Berkey Water Filter Blog

Easiest Way To Can Green Beans
Some of the links in this post may contain affiliate links for your convenience. As an Amazon associate I earn from qualifying purchases. Pressure canning is the best way for you to can green beans. It's super easy and it's a foolproof way for you to make almost any kind...

Canning 101- The Ultimate Guide to Canning and Pickling Everything from Beets to Brisket
Home canning is an art form. Sure, it sounds simple but there are a few steps that you need to take in order to ensure that your canning experience is the best that it can be. If you want a crash course in how to can like a pro, then...

Emergency Water Filters Explained
When disaster strikes, you need to be prepared. We have all seen the awful news stories of people caught up in fires, tornadoes, earthquakes and floods. Fortunately, these things rarely happen, but when they do, it is a good idea to be ready for them. In this article we are...

Gravity Water Filter: Pros and Cons
If you are looking for a gravity water filter system this article is for you. In this post we look at the pros and cons of each sort of home water filtration system. We are specifically going to look at the pros and cons of buying and using a gravity...

Berkey Fluoride Filter – For Pure Drinking Water
Everyone knows how important it is to drink water, but the truth is tap water is filled with elements that pose health risks, in particular fluoride.The Berkey Fluoride Filter was designed to do just that, remove fluoride, but is it successful? This review takes a look at how well the...

Four Reasons to Buy a Countertop Water Filter
If you want an efficient and affordable way to provide you and your family with pure clean water, a countertop water filter is the perfect solution. In the past, these water filters were not a good option. They were expensive, there was not a lot of choice and they were...

Questions to Ask When Researching Water Filters
If you're in the market for a water filter, but you're not sure which one is the best, there are several questions to get you started on your search. First, you want to know how well the filters actually work. No one wants to throw money away on a filtration...

Do Berkey PF-2 Filters Leach Aluminum in Your Water?
Every now and then I get a question related to Berkey's PF-2 filters and Aluminum. These filters, which greatly reduce fluoride and arsenic, use Activated Alumina, or Aluminum Oxide, to get the job done. We all know that pure Aluminum can be harmful to the human body. So is Aluminum...

The Importance of Buying Authentic Berkey® Products
Make sure you're buying Authentic Berkey® systems and accessories. There's no alternative for Berkey® quality! Here are the vital things you need to be aware of to make sure you're getting the real authentic thing. Berkeys are high quality, top-notch products, but just like any product, there are some scammers...

Which Berkey Base Do I Need To Get?
There are several Berkey water filter accessories for their systems, and one of the most popular is the Berkey Base. These high-quality bases elevate Berkey systems by 5 inches, making it easier to set a glass beneath the spigot. Many people find that this product offers convenience and ease to...

Berkey Spigot Assembly and Options
When you buy a Berkey® system, it comes with a standard spigot. The stainless steel systems include a black BPA-free spigot and the Berkey Light spigot is blue. Once you've received your system, it's important to properly install the spigot so it will work correctly. Berkey® Spigot Assembly Instructions First,...

Can Berkey Filter Pool Water?
In recent years, more and more resident swimming pool owners have turned to salt-water pools verses chlorinated pools. The main reason is health purposes, as chlorine has been linked to cancer and other harmful side effects. But for those who still own chlorinated pools, the question comes up about whether...