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Chlorine and Chloramine disinfection in drinking water

Quick Guide: Chlorine and Chloramine in Drinking Water

Chlorine and chloramine are two ways city water systems disinfect the water we drink and bathe in each day. Learn more about chlorine and chloramine disinfection

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unbiased guide to shower filters

Is A Shower Filter Necessary?

Learn about the water quality risks and concerns that exist in shower water and what type of shower filters, if any, are effective.

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The Ultimate Tap Water Odor Guide

The Ultimate Tap Water Odor Guide

Whether smelly water is coming from your drain, your pipes, or your water supply, this guide has all the stinks—and their sources—covered.

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ultimate tap water taste guide

The Ultimate Tap Water Taste Guide

Why does my water taste weird? The new and improved ultimate tap water taste guide has all your bases—bitter, metallic, sweet, salty, plastic—covered.

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How to read chlorine test strip results - Guide

How to Read Chlorine Test Strips

Confused by chlorine test strip results? Learn how to interpret chlorine test strip results and ensure the safety of your water with our comprehensive guide.

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Tap Water Effects on Hair and Skin

Ultimate Guide: Tap Water Effects on Hair and Skin

Is chlorine or hard water bad for your hair and skin? From dry skin and itchy scalp to eczema, dandruff, and hair loss, the ultimate guide has insights into how...

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Haloacetic Acids (HAA5/HAA9) in Drinking Water

Quick Guide: Haloacetic Acids in Drinking Water Explained

Should you be worried about HAA5/HAA9? Learn about haloacetic acids (HAA5/HAA9) and what they are doing in your drinking water. Everything from potential health risks to how to filter them...

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How does water quality impact baking?

Why Is Water Quality Important in Baking?

Water is behind all the natural chemical reactions that happen during baking and helps control dough’s temperature and consistency. Read more about how and why tap water impacts the quality,...

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