Including filter system and high-performance Tungsten filter.
Tungsten is a naturally occurring metal that can enter drinking water at low concentrations. In some locations it becomes more likely when groundwater contacts certain rock and soil types or when nearby activities affect water sources. Because tungsten is usually colorless and odorless, the only reliable way to know if it’s present is through testing. Garnier homeowners who want peace of mind often begin by checking for metals like tungsten when assessing their water quality.
Research into tungsten in drinking water is ongoing, so many homeowners take a practical, precautionary stance if tests show elevated levels. Clear, normal-tasting water can still contain dissolved metals, so regular testing is a good idea—especially for private wells where seasonal shifts can change water chemistry. If you receive municipal water in Garnier, reviewing your utility’s water quality report and sampling at the tap are useful steps to confirm what’s entering your home.
To reduce tungsten at the point where water enters your home, a whole-house reverse osmosis system is generally the most effective single-filter solution. Reverse osmosis relies on a semipermeable membrane that rejects many dissolved metals and inorganic contaminants, lowering tungsten before it reaches faucets, showers, and appliances. Because tungsten is present as dissolved species, it can pass through simpler treatments aimed at taste or odor, so a properly designed whole-house RO with prefiltration is recommended to protect the membrane from sediment and chlorine where those are concerns.
A whole-house reverse osmosis system can be set up with storage and delivery to provide consistent treated water throughout a Garnier home. Long-term performance depends on correct sizing, sufficient water pressure, and routine maintenance of filters and the membrane, since fouling will reduce removal efficiency. Homes on wells may need extra pretreatment for hardness, iron, or particulates that can shorten membrane life. Mr. Pure Water can review your Garnier water test results and recommend a whole-house RO system tailored to reduce tungsten reliably.