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In-depth analysis of critical water quality issues
Over 70% of English water companies are foreign-owned. Fact-checked investigation into who owns Thames Water, Southern Water, and every major UK water company.
5,000 years of water filtration history ā from Egyptian sand filters to Roman aqueducts to modern reverse osmosis. What ancient civilisations knew about clean water.
Emergency water purification methods, portable filters, and what every UK household should have ready. From power cuts to natural disasters.
From the cholera epidemics of the 1800s to the Thames Water sewage scandal of 2024. A comprehensive history of UK water crises and why millions now filter their tap water.
Filter replacement schedules for every type. Warning signs your filter needs changing and what happens if you do not.
Quick answer: Yes, but there is a catch. How long to boil, what it does not remove, and better alternatives.
Top water filter options for UK renters. No drilling, no landlord permission needed. Budget-friendly solutions that actually work.
Quick fixes and long-term solutions for chlorine taste in UK tap water. From free methods to filter recommendations.
Borough-by-borough breakdown of London water quality. What is in your tap water and how to improve it.
Honest comparison of RO systems and carbon filters. What each removes, costs, and which is right for your UK home.
Analysis of the 33% water bill increase and where your money is actually going. Are water companies delivering on their promises?
Everything you need to know about PFAS forever chemicals in UK tap water. Health risks, regulations, and how to protect your family.
A comprehensive guide to UK tap water safety, covering chlorine, lead, PFAS, microplastics, and what you can do to protect your family.
Step-by-step guide to checking for lead pipes in your UK home. 40% of properties may still have lead - here is how to find out.
Comprehensive guide to choosing the right hard water filter for UK homes. Covers jug filters, undersink systems, and whole-house softeners with honest pros, cons, and 10-year cost comparisons.
Evidence-based guide explaining which water filters can remove PFAS (forever chemicals) from UK drinking water. Covers carbon filters, reverse osmosis, and what doesn't work.
Balanced, practical guide to safer cookware alternatives in the UK. Covers stainless steel, cast iron, ceramic options, and cooking techniques that reduce chemical exposure.
Practical, budget-conscious guide to removing microplastics from your food and water. Start with free kitchen inspections, learn affordable swaps, and discover which water filters actually work.
Complete guide to water filter certifications in the UK. Learn what NSF 42, 53, 401, P473 (PFAS), and WRAS approval actually mean. Includes product examples and how to verify certifications.
A groundbreaking 2023 study found microplastics in the heart tissue of 60% of cardiac surgery patients. Here's what this means for your drinking water and how to protect yourself.
PFAS "forever chemicals" are making headlines worldwide, but the UK doesn't currently test for them. Here's what you need to know and whether you should filter your water.
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Don't bin your used water filters! Learn which brands offer free recycling, how to recycle Brita filters at Argos, and eco-friendly disposal options for RO membranes.
100,000 Northern Ireland homes may be receiving lead-contaminated water. Here's everything Belfast residents need to know about water quality, lead pipes in pre-1970 homes, and what you can do to protect your family.
Comprehensive buyer's guide to the best water filters in the UK for 2025. Expert reviews of budget, mid-range, and premium filters.
Comprehensive guide to private well water problems in rural Northern Ireland. Bacteria, nitrates, iron, sulfur, testing requirements.