What’s the Difference Between Filtered, Purified & Reverse Osmosis Water? 

If you’re trying to improve the water in your Tampa Bay home, you’ve probably seen terms like filtered, purified, and reverse osmosis water. While these terms are often used interchangeably, they don’t necessarily mean the same thing.  Understanding the difference can help you choose a water treatment system that makes sense for your home, your […]

Cleaner Water for More Than Drinking: A Whole-Home Approach 

When you think about water filtration, your mind likely goes to the water you drink. But your home uses water in far more ways than filling a glass or cooking dinner. You shower in it, wash your hands with it, clean with it, do laundry with it, and use it throughout your daily routine. Water […]

Water Softener vs. Water Filter: What’s the Difference? 

When homeowners start looking for ways to improve their water quality, one question comes up again and again: Do I need a water softener or a water filter?  The answer depends on what is actually in your water. While both systems can improve the water throughout your home, they serve very different purposes. For many […]

Protecting Our Water: Why Conservation Starts at Home

We believe our water is worth protecting. Our approach to water is rooted in the idea that low-tox living and environmental responsibility can go hand in hand.

What Toxins Does a Whole Home Water Filtration System Remove? 

When you turn on the tap, you expect clean, safe water. While municipal water in the Tampa Bay area is treated to meet federal drinking water standards, it can still contain contaminants that affect your family’s health, the taste of your water, and the lifespan of your plumbing and appliances.  A whole home water filtration system provides […]

What Are Forever Chemicals? PFAS Explained 

You’ve probably heard the term “forever chemicals” in the news or scrolling through social media, but what are they, really? Why are experts talking about them, and should you be concerned?   In this guide, our water filtration experts at One Green Filter explain what PFAS are, where they’re found, and what they could mean for you and your family.  What Are Forever Chemicals?   Also […]

What Are Microplastics?

    You can’t see them. You can’t taste them. You probably don’t even think about them. Yet microplastics may be making their way into your drinking water every single day. These tiny plastic particles have become one of the most talked about water quality concerns in recent years, and Tampa Bay is no exception. While they’re often invisible to the naked eye, growing research has […]