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I switched to a home water still, and the distilled water it produces is amazing. It tastes so silky, nothing like the gross distilled water from the store (pro
by JackMorgan 3y ago
I switched to a home water still, and the distilled water it produces is amazing. It tastes so silky, nothing like the gross distilled water from the store (probably because I store it in glass bottles only).
I highly recommend it.
After each batch, all the residue that remains in the boiling chamber is revolting. It smells absolutely vile. I can't believe I used to drink that.
I went with this instead of a filter after finding out most filters use plastic mesh screens, that actually increase the amount of plastic in the output water.
- navi0 3y agoI’ve concluded that this is likely the only solution despite the energy required. Are you able to share any information about your setup for those who might be interested in replicating?
- JackMorgan 2y agoThis is the device I'm using. https://www.h2olabs.com/p-54-white-baked-enamel-model-300-water-distiller-with-glass-carafe.aspx https://www.h2olabs.com/p-54-white-baked-enamel-model-300-wa... I don't do anything but drink the water as it comes out.
- poidos 3y agoDo you have to remineralize it or add salts to it? If so, what do you add?
- JackMorgan 2y agoNo I don't, the studies I've seen indicate the missing magnesium, calcium, and sodium are pretty trace and I'm eating tons of vegetables, so I'm not worried about missing those.
- voisin 2y agoWhat brand?
- nrml_amnt 2y agoWhat does it smell like?
- chung8123 2y agoHow does this compare to reverse osmosis?
- rr808 2y agoThanks I was waiting for someone to bring up distillers. I really dont want to keep buying expensive filters. I guess they use power but hoping it costs less?
- nayuki 2y ago> residue ... smells absolutely vile. I use a timer to stop the distiller before the water boils dry. I recommend you do the same. > I went with [distillation] instead of a filter after finding out most filters use plastic mesh screens, that actually increase the amount of plastic in the output water. Same here. Brita and RO use plastic cartridges and housings. My distiller is nothing but stainless steel and glass. You can't beat that level of reassurance about the complete lack of microplastic contamination.