Imagine my surprise when I learned from Newsweek that drinking sink water could make you sick! According to the Ralph Nader Institute, U.
S.
drinking water contains more than 2100 toxic chemicals that can cause cancer.
This finding is why I believe a sink water filter is indispensable in this current age.
Here is a quick introduction on why sink water filters are needed currently.
In the early 1900s' before chlorine' pesticides' herbicides and the tens of thousands of other chemicals we are exposed to every day were in existence' the average American possessed a 1 in 50 chance of getting cancer; today 1 in 3 Americans can expect to get cancer during their lifetime' including 1 in every 2 males.
Now here is where a sink water filter will come in handy.
An under-sink water filter will be able to filter 500 gallons of tap water before a cartridge needs replacing.
The filter housing is installed out-of-sight under the counter.
The water is connected to the filter from an existing pipe under the sink.
The filtered water is then delivered to the top through its own faucet.
These filters are easy to install.
A reputable water filter company will deliver all the necessary parts, together with a comprehensive installation guide.
Now the two things you want to look for in choosing a sink water filter is that it is actually effective.
First, Check the Performance Data Sheet that is required to be given with the product to see that it effectively removes eliminate heavy metals like lead, as well as other contaminants like chlorine, volatile organic compounds, pesticides, bacteria and many other pollutants.
This performance data sheet tells you exactly what substances are filtered out by the system and to what extent.
The Performance Data Sheet will give you an overview of the filter's capabilities.
It is also important to choose a reputed filter manufacturer who has been in business for years and understands the technologies well.
Most reputed manufacturers offer a performance guarantee or satisfaction guarantee.
Makes sure that the filter you buy does offer a guarantee.
That way, if there are issues with the way the filter is working, you can ask to replace it or even get a refund.
For a short checklist on features of a sink water filter, make sure to check:

• for a multi-stage filtration system to remove chlorine, lead, organic chemicals and micro-organisms;
• for a certification by an independent authority;
• for the filter performance data sheet to know exactly what toxins are removed;

After comparing the products of many water filter companies myself, I found a few sink water filter that deliver as expected.
All of these products also come with a 100% satisfaction guarantee.