Including filter system and high-performance Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) filter.
Total dissolved solids, or TDS, is the collective term for minerals, salts and dissolved metals floating in your water. These dissolved solids can originate from natural contact with rock and soil, or from treatment and distribution processes. When TDS climbs higher, homeowners in Lotus may notice a salty, metallic or bitter taste and increased spotting on glass and fixtures. Because TDS is a measurement of many components rather than one single contaminant, the best approach depends on which dissolved substances are present.
High TDS often reflects dissolved salts such as sodium, calcium, magnesium, chloride and sulfate along with other small ions. While some of these are naturally occurring minerals, elevated dissolved solids can make drinking water less appealing and accelerate wear on appliances that heat or evaporate water. In Lotus’s humid subtropical climate, you may also see quicker scale buildup, soap scum and film on shower doors, and soap that won’t lather as well. A proper test will measure total TDS and help determine whether dissolved salts are the main contributor.
To actually reduce dissolved salts and lower total dissolved solids, the single most effective filter technology is reverse osmosis (RO). Unlike standard carbon filters that mainly improve taste and reduce many organic chemicals, RO relies on a semi-permeable membrane to reject the dissolved ions responsible for high TDS. That membrane approach makes RO especially useful when dissolved solids come from a variety of sources common in Florida, and homeowners who want a system aimed specifically at TDS typically choose RO.
A correctly sized whole-house reverse osmosis system treats water at the point it enters your Lotus home so every tap, shower and appliance benefits. Because RO membranes can be sensitive to sediment and chlorine, these systems are usually installed with prefiltration to protect performance and extend membrane life—especially helpful when moderate hardness and seasonal water changes are a factor. The outcome is water that tastes cleaner, leaves less residue, and feels more consistent; Mr. Pure Water can test your water and advise whether whole-house RO fits your plumbing and household needs.