Including filter system and high-performance Carbon Tetrachloride filter.
Carbon tetrachloride is a volatile organic compound (VOC) that can enter drinking water when industrial chemicals or stored solvents reach groundwater. You may also see it listed as tetrachloromethane on lab reports. As a VOC it can travel with water and sometimes become noticeable when water is aerated at the tap, though taste or smell aren’t always reliable indicators. If you live in Garnier and have concerns about your water, the surest way to know what’s present is to have your water tested.
Even crystal-clear water can contain dissolved VOCs, which is why many Garnier homeowners choose treatment where water enters the house. A whole-house system protects every use — drinking, cooking, showering, laundry and cleaning — and helps limit volatile compounds that can off-gas during showers or dishwashing. If testing shows carbon tetrachloride or tetrachloromethane in your supply, look for a system made for VOC removal rather than relying on a basic sediment filter.
For whole-home reduction of carbon tetrachloride, a catalytic carbon filter is typically the most effective single-filter option. Carbon media adsorbs many VOCs as water passes through instead of merely filtering out particulates. Catalytic carbon delivers improved performance against a range of organic chemicals compared with standard activated carbon, making it a solid choice to reduce VOCs throughout your Garnier home when installed at the main water line.
Because carbon tetrachloride — also called tetrachloromethane — is dissolved in water, a catalytic carbon filter needs adequate contact time and properly sized media to perform well. A whole-house catalytic carbon system is sized to handle everyday flow so you maintain water pressure while treating all outlets, and it can also reduce other organics that cause off-odors and tastes. Mr. Pure Water can help Garnier homeowners select the right catalytic carbon setup based on your water test and household needs.