How to choose filter size ?
Choosing the Right Filter Size for Your Home
At Melbourne Water Filters, we believe every home deserves clean, safe, and pure water. Selecting the right whole-house filtration system ensures that your water is free from contaminants while maintaining optimal flow. Here’s how to choose the best fit for your home:
Step 1: Select the Ideal Filter Size
Our filtration systems come in two sizes, designed to match different household needs:
20" x 4.5" Filter – Best suited for medium to larger homes with higher water usage. Provides greater capacity and extended filtration lifespan.
10" x 4.5" Filter – Perfect for smaller households or moderate water consumption. Compact, efficient, and powerful.
✔ Tip: Larger homes with 1or more bathrooms benefit from the 20" x 4.5" size to maintain strong water pressure. Smaller households like units or flats can opt for 10" x 4.5" for balanced filtration without excess capacity.
Step 2: Consider Water Flow Requirements
Homes with higher water demand (multiple showers, appliances running simultaneously) need a higher flow rate system.
General recommendations:
10+ GPM (gallons per minute) – Ideal for larger homes with multiple bathrooms.
5–7 GPM – Great for smaller households with lower daily water consumption.
✔ Tip: A larger filter supports steady water flow and minimizes pressure drops, ensuring uninterrupted access to filtered water.
Step 3: Match Your Plumbing Setup
Check your pipe diameter to ensure compatibility with our filtration system.
Our filters integrate seamlessly with standard plumbing for effortless installation.
✔ Tip: If unsure about your plumbing specs, consult with a licensed installer or Melbourne Water Filters support team for guidance.
Step 4: Address Specific Contaminant Concerns
If your water contains high levels of sediment, chlorine, or heavy metals, our European-grade filters provide advanced purification.
Larger filters hold more filtration media, improving contaminant removal while reducing replacement frequency.
✔ Tip: For households near high-chlorine water sources, a 20" x 4.5" filter offers extended protection.
Step 5: Think About Maintenance & Longevity
Larger filters typically require less frequent replacements, lowering long-term maintenance costs.
Our durable stainless steel housing and pressure gauges ensure long-lasting efficiency.
✔ Tip: Regular filter checkups keep your system running at peak performance—PMelbourne Water Filters designs make maintenance easy and hassle-free.
Still Unsure? Let’s Help You Decide!
Every home has unique needs. If you’re unsure which filter size is best for your setup, our Melbourne Water Filters specialists can help guide you to the perfect choice.
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