Instead of Brita you can get a Pur water filter or Pur water filter pitcher as Pur removes more contaminants and heavy metals from the water than Brita does.
Pur is slightly better than Brita pur removes more chlorine and heavy metals than Brita does but both Brita and Pur are good water filters.
However Brita does surpass Pur in water taste, filter lifespan and filter replacement cost and pitcher options.
The Pur filters do reduce and remove more chemicals from the water than Brita pitches remove.
It is okay to leave Brita on the counter although the water in the Brita pitcher will taste better when it's kept cold and refrigerated.
Brita does actually filter water and removes most contaminants including chlorine in tap water and makes the water taste better.
However Brita cannot remove all toxins or all contaminants from water.
Brita does not remove all toxins and cannot remove forever chemicals.
Brita water filters are designed to reduce certain contaminants in water, such as chlorine, lead, and copper.
However, Brita water filters are not capable of removing all contaminants, and in some cases, they may even be ineffective at reducing some harmful substances.
Brita filters do not go bad if not used as long as they are kept sealed and the package is intact and sealed.
Although older unused Brita filters should be soaked in water for 15 minutes before using them for the first time.
Brita filters last around 2 months or after 40 gallons of water have passed through them.
You should replace your Brita water filter every 2 months which is around the time when 40 gallons are usually used.
However the Brita Longlast Filter (blue) filter lasts around 6 months or up to 120 gallons of water.
And the Brita Stream Filter which is the gray Brita filter lasts for 2 months or 40 gallons of water.
The shelf life of an unused Brita® filter is indefinite as long as its pouch is intact and sealed.
However, Brita does recommend pre-soaking older Standard Brita filters in water for 15 minutes before using them.
Store your BRITA filtered water in a cool place, such as the fridge.
Also, protect your BRITA product from direct sunlight to avoid algae and consume the filtered water within one day.
Brita filters do work, and they can effectively remove impurities from your tap water.
According to Brita, all of their filters cut chlorine taste and odor and reduce other contaminants like mercury and lead.
Brita Standard Filters (white) are compatible with all standard Brita pitchers except Brita Stream.
Brita Elite Filters (blue) will fit with all Brita Systems except Brita Stream.
Brita Stream Filters (gray) are exclusively for the Filter-As-You-Pour Brita Stream pitchers.
The Brita filter also reduces the amount of zinc, lead and asbestos that may be present in tap water.
Additionally, the Brita filter reduces the amount of sediment, dirt and rust that can affect the taste and appearance of your water.
However the Brita filter does not remove contaminants like pesticides, trace pharmaceuticals, fluoride, bacteria and viruses.
Brita water filters are designed to reduce certain contaminants in water, such as chlorine, lead, and copper.
However, they are not capable of removing all contaminants, and in some cases, they may even be ineffective at reducing some harmful substances.
Brita filter water may be black or have black sediment due to carbon dust or carbon particles coming from the filter.
Inadequate pre-soaking and flushing of your Brita filter, or air bubbles trapped in the filter, can cause your Brita filter water to turn black.