Including filter system and high-performance Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) filter.
Total dissolved solids, commonly called TDS, refers to the mix of minerals, salts and metals dissolved into your household water. These dissolved solids can come from natural sources — like rock and soil — or from treatment and distribution systems before water reaches Holland properties. When TDS levels get high, you might detect a salty, metallic, or bitter taste and notice spotting on glassware and fixtures. Because TDS is a measure of many different dissolved components rather than a single contaminant, the right approach depends on which dissolved salts and ions are present.
High TDS often reflects dissolved salts such as sodium, calcium, magnesium, chloride and sulfate along with other small ions. While many of these are naturally occurring minerals, elevated dissolved solids can make drinking water less appealing and increase wear on water-using appliances. You may also see accelerated scale buildup, cloudy film on shower doors, and soap that lathers poorly. A water test will show total TDS and help determine if dissolved salts are driving the issues in your Holland home.
To actually remove dissolved salts and lower total dissolved solids, the most effective single filter technology is reverse osmosis (RO). Unlike standard carbon filters — which mainly help taste and reduce many organic contaminants — RO forces water through a semi-permeable membrane that rejects the dissolved ions responsible for high TDS. That membrane-based approach is well suited to tackling dissolved solids from a variety of sources, and when homeowners want a filter that specifically targets TDS, RO is the recommended choice.
A correctly sized whole-house reverse osmosis system treats water at the main entry so reduced TDS reaches every tap, shower and appliance in your Holland residence. Because RO membranes are sensitive to sediment and chlorine, systems are normally installed with prefiltration to protect performance and lengthen membrane life. The end result is water that tastes cleaner, leaves less residue as it dries, and feels consistent around the house — and Mr. Pure Water can help determine if high TDS is present and whether whole-house RO fits your plumbing and household needs.