Aquasana AQ-4100 Deluxe Shower Water Filter System with Adjustable Showerhead
by Sun Water Systems, Inc.
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Tools and Hardware Reviews of Aquasana AQ-4100 Deluxe Shower Water Filter System with Adjustable Showerhead
Customer Review: The best shower filtering system out there
Summary: 5 Stars
Why is this the best in my opinion? Simple, the filter media is large and separately housed from the shower head. Let me explain, there are filter systems out there where the filter is a small, circular cartridge that fits in your palm. It screws into the shower head. I think this system is terrible because it weighs down the shower head and the plastic components around the shower head degrade after about 2 years of steady use. I was frustrated until I found this system.
This filter media is great. Not only does it remove chlorine but it removes VOCs (volitile organic compounds) so that even the steam released by your shower is healthy and fresh smelling. The media itself is large so you know that more water is being filtered, thus your shower is cleaner. The water feels soft and you will notice this from the first time you use it. It reminds me of rainwater actually.
But don't buy this because the filter media is fantastic or because the design is great and it's easy to change filters. Buy it because of the difference it makes for your skin and hair. No kidding, this thing softened my hair immediately after the first shower. I don't need to use as much conditioner for my hair. Plus, I don't need to use as much hand and body lotion either. This is especially great during the dry winter months.
Buy it for your health and because honestly, showering with this shower filter system seriously is a pleasant experience for all your senses (and no, I have no affiliation whatsover with Aquasana - I just LOVE their product).
Customer Review: Best shower water filter
Summary: 5 Stars
My husband and I have been using these shower water filters for several years now. I had more trouble getting the old shower head off initially than installing the new system. (I'm 5'4" so I needed a step stool to do this) Wrap the pipe fittings with Teflon tape. (be sure to wrap in a clockwise fashion). This will make it easier when it's time to change out the filter. I don't use the shower head that came with the unit. I use a hand held unit that I already had. The difference in our skin and hair is very noticeable. Hair is softer and our skin is not near so dry. An added bonus is that the shower walls and door do not get the film on them from all the minerals in the water (we have very hard water here). Sign up for emails on Aquasana's website and you can almost always get 20% and free shipping. I didn't sign us up for the water for life because we actually get more than 6 mos. out of our filter since it's just the two of us. Tip- after you've got the water filter installed but before you put the shower head on, turn the water on, you will want to take a bucket to catch the water as it will be black from the carbon inside the filter. If you have plants, use it to water your plants. After about 2 gallons or so, the water should run clear. Now put the shower head on and run it for just a minute or so. I am really happy with this filter. [...] Aquasana AQ-4100 Deluxe Shower Water Filter System with Adjustable ShowerheadCustomer Review: Finally, a SERIOUS water filter!
Summary: 5 Stars
My husband is allergic to chlorine, so a shower filter is an absolute necessity. We've probably tried every filter that the home supply stores carry -- and this one makes all of those look like toy equipment.
It's not that the filters you get at Home Depot don't work. They do; they're certainly an improvement over the hard water we have, not to mention clearing out the chlorine. The thing is, they don't last long. The filters don't last three months, and we've never had the gizmo itself survive for more than a year. Usually, they broke in a dramatic manner, spraying the entire bathroom as they cracked with a loud bang. Depending on the design, they were also awkward to install, especially if you have a non-mundane shower head.
We've had the Aquasana for six months, and I've just bought the first replacement filter for it. This is definitely a significant improvement over those "basic" filters, and it's worth the extra money. The filtering is MUCH better -- I can tell the difference in that "I just feel cleaner" way -- and the filter lasts twice as long. It wasn't a bad installation, either. If you go to the company's Web site, you can also sign up for the filters to be auto-shipped to you, which is a distinct time savings.
Yes, this one costs a little more than the "basic" units you'll find at Lowe's or Home Depot. And it's definitely worth the expense.
Customer Review: The ONLY thing that works!!
Summary: 5 Stars
Since I moved to the West coast a year ago I've been suffering from a skin irritation on my face around my nose and above my eyebrows. Usually after showers my skin gets really red and raw looking, dries out and flakes heavily and is often taut and burning. This has obviously been a big issue for me and I've often felt too embarrassed to leave the house. Over the months I tried several remedies including various facial creams, soaps, even homeopathic ointments all to no avail.
Then recently I realized that every time I left on holiday for a few days my skin would clear up and regain its moisture. I decided to try a water filter that I saw on TV, which turned out to be totally useless. Finally in desperation I searched the Internet and came across this filter. Not knowing whether it would help i decided to purchase it anyway.
It's been 3 weeks now since I'm using it and i have to say it's like MAGIC!!! I cannot believe what a tremendous impact it's had on my skin. It is no longer itchy, red and scaly. It doesn't dry out and retains its moisture even after a shower. I've stopped applying any cream to my face now because this filter has finally done the job!!
I decided to wait a few weeks to post this review just to make sure i wasn't dreaming! Trust me, if this sounds familiar to you, GET THIS FILTER today!
Customer Review: One of the best purchases I've ever made
Summary: 5 Stars
I recently moved to the San Francisco Bay Area from Southern California, from a house to an apartment. After moving, my acne started to break out after years of being "in remission." I tried to figure out the cause of my newly developed skin problems, and after numerous changes to my lifestyle, I was about to give up when I noticed that I could smell the strong scent of chlorine after showers. I was told the SF area has great water quality, but out of desperation, I researched shower filters. I found the Aquasana filter to be the best reviewed, so I thought, what the heck, I'm scraping the bottom of the barrel, suck it up and by the thing.
BEST MOVE I'VE EVER MADE. My house in SoCal had a water purification system (softened water); turns out my apartment building chlorinates the water before distributing it throughout the building. After just ONE shower, my skin was showing signs of calming down. I couldn't even catch a whiff of chlorine. The bumpiness went down, and all I have to do is wait for the scarring to go away to return my skin to its former glory. I only wish Aqausana made a filter for the tap, because I have to gather water filtered from the shower just to wash my face.
I TOTALLY RECOMMEND THIS FOR ANYONE WITH SENSITIVE SKIN OR ECZEMA.