- Popularity Trends of Chlorine-Removing Showerheads
Chlorine-removing showerheads are quite prevalent in Europe and America, but their adoption among the Chinese population is relatively limited. Currently, they are still in the developmental stage, with growing awareness among Chinese consumers about their health benefits.
- Why Chlorine-Removing Showerheads are Necessary During Bathing
The cleanliness of drinking water can affect the body internally, and similarly, improper use of bathing water can impact the skin. Why is this so? Water treatment plants add a certain amount of sodium hypochlorite to tap water during its distribution to prevent the spread of bacteria and viruses. When sodium hypochlorite combines with tap water, it produces chlorine gas.
Based on common sense judgment, chlorine can disinfect and eliminate viruses, but it also harms our skin and bodies, albeit to a lesser degree that may not immediately manifest.
During showers, in poorly ventilated or enclosed bathrooms, chlorine from the steam continues to circulate indoors. We inhale this steam and a significant amount of chlorine. Taking hot showers opens our skin pores, allowing chlorine and other chemical substances in the water to be absorbed in large quantities by the skin.
Over time, this can accelerate skin ageing and roughening, and may even lead to skin disorders.
- How to Choose the Right Chlorine Removing Shower Head
Since shower water is so important for the skin and body, how do we choose the right chlorine removing shower head?
(1) Choose Where to Install First
When selecting a chlorine removing shower head, first determine where it will be used.
SF-123 Chlorine Removing Shower Filter can be used with:
① Suitable for hot and cold water shower taps
② Toilet seat bidets
③ Three-stage shower faucet sets
④ American style wall-mounted showers
The handle-type dechlorinating shower head pictured below is most widely used in Taiwanese bathrooms. The model is available for DIY installation. Remove the old shower head, and install the new one by turning clockwise.
(2)Determining Hot Water Heater Type
It is crucial to establish whether the hot water in your bathroom comes from an electric or gas hot water heater, including solar models.
If it is a gas hot water heater, you should opt for a dechlorinating shower filter with a high water flow rate. The video below shows a standard shower head on the right. This type of head is not intended for water conservation but rather to supply water efficiently from gas hot water heaters in the home, preventing contamination due to low water pressure.
If you use an electric water heater (including solar water heaters) at home, it is recommended to purchase a dechlorinating showerhead with water-saving features, specifically the “DROP” showerhead shown on the left in the video.
(3) Water-saving
Conserving water resources is a global concern. If your home uses an electric water heater or solar water heater, it is advisable to choose a dechlorinating showerhead with water-saving features. The best water-saving effect is over 30%. How should you choose?
- You can choose a dechlorinating showerhead that has been awarded the Ministry of Economic Affairs’ water-saving mark.
- Choose a stainless steel metal water panel with special design specifications, approximately “400 holes, 0.3mm hole diameter, 20mm panel width,” the golden ratio. This not only saves water but also ensures a sufficient and dense flow. Smaller water holes can increase water pressure more easily, allowing for a spa-like massage experience during showers.
(4)Effective dechlorination
Since dechlorinating showerheads are designed to remove chlorine, their primary function is chlorine removal. In the limited space of a small showerhead, it is challenging to accommodate a large amount of filtering material. Therefore, the choice of filtering material is crucial. Typically, a highly effective calcium sulfite filtering material is used in this small space. Currently, Japan leads in the manufacturing process of calcium sulfite, offering the best effectiveness.
(5)Strong water pressure
With the dimensions and hole specifications designed to be approximately “400 holes, 0.3mm hole diameter, 20mm panel width” in the golden ratio of stainless steel metal water panels, the dechlorinating showerhead can provide strong water pressure output. Enjoy a satisfying shower experience and achieve a water-saving effect of 30%
4. Chlorine-Removing Showerhead/Bath Suggestions Table
We have specially created a simple and clear recommendation table for your convenience when considering purchasing a chlorine-removing showerhead/bath.
