There are many different types of water purifiers that remove contaminants and the Berkey water filter system is one of the best. It is such a powerful water filter system that it is classed as a water purifier and it is available in a range of sizes from the huge Imperial Berkey down to the more portable water filters that can be moved as needed.

Pictured below is a Berkey Light water filter with two Black Berkey filters fitted.

The Berkey water filter may be used to filter a normal household water supply or it can also be set up to filter a more contaminated water supply such as water from a lake, river or well. It doesn’t cost a lot to run and the Black Berkey replacement cartridge is cleanable and long lasting to ensure that you have clean drinking water for long periods of time before replacements are required.

As mentioned, the filtration unit used in the Berkey water filter systems is known as the Black Berkey. This is a filtration system that is extremely comprehensive and has gone through extensive testing by independent EPA approved laboratories where it has been shown to be effective in removing an amazingly long list of water contaminants. For peace of mind it appears that if you are using a Black Berkey water filter you will be removing as close to one hundred per cent of the pathogens in the water as it is possible to get.

The Berkey water filter units are available as large stainless steel units that would look perfectly suited sitting in the modern kitchen. They are available in 5 sizes with the stainless steel finish and there is also a light weight clear plastic unit available too.

Here is a quick rundown of the 5 Berkey stainless steel water filter systems.

Travel Berkey – this has a 1.5 gallon water storage capacity and is designed to cater for small families when they need water while travelling or at an outdoor event. The unit is 7.5 inches in diameter and stands 18” tall. When it is empty it only weight 6lbs. It is capable of producing 2.75 gallons of drinking water per hour.

Big Berkey – this has a 2.1 gallon water storage capacity and is designed for home use for larger families of up to 8 or more. The unit is 8.5 inches in diameter and stands 20” tall, although that can be reduced to 15.5” tall when it is being transported. When it is empty it weight 7lbs and it is capable of producing 3.5 gallons of filtered drinking water per hour with 2 filter or 7 gallons per hour with 4 filters.

Royal Berkey – this has a 3 gallon water storage capacity and is designed for home use for larger families of up to 13 or more. The unit is 9.5 inches in diameter and stands 23” tall, although that can be reduced to 15.5” tall when it is being transported. When it is empty it weight 8lbs and it is capable of producing 4 gallons of filtered drinking water per hour with 2 filters or 8 gallons per hour with 4 filters.

Imperial Berkey – this has a 4.5 gallon water storage capacity and is designed for use when large groups get together such as offices, hospitals, churches etc, catering for 25 – 75 people. The unit is 10 inches in diameter and stands 26” tall, although that can be reduced to 17” tall when it is being transported. When it is empty it weight 10lbs and it is capable of producing 5.5 gallons of filtered drinking water per hour with 2 filters or 11 gallons per hour with 4 filters.

Imperial Berkey – this is the largest purifier in the range and has a 6 gallon water storage capacity. It is designed for use for very large groups such as in offices, hospitals, churches, fetes, etc catering for crowds of 40 – 150 people. The unit is 11 inches in diameter and stands 30” tall, although that can be reduced to 20” tall when it is being transported. When it is empty it weight 12lbs and it is capable of producing 6.5 gallons of filtered drinking water per hour with 2 filters, 13 gallons per hour with 4 filters, 19.5 gallons per hour with 6 filters and 26 gallons of water with 8 filters.

Berkey Light – this is a light weight and portable water filter system that is perfect for large families or small get-togethers. It will cater for up to around 9 people and can be taken with you when you go on a family or group outing. It has a 2.5 gallon storage capacity and is 9 inches in diameter, standing 28” tall. It weighs 7lbs when it is empty and is capable of producing up to 3.75 gallons of purified drinking water per hour.

Find out more about Berkey water filter systems by visiting the Berkey Filter website.

The Frigidaire Refrigerator water filters are a must if you want to keep the water tasting fresh and looking clean and clear. Filtering the impurities from the water is an important step in maintaining the highest quality in taste and health within the home. Just as important as having the water filter is replacing it regularly and you can buy replacement water filters here.

You should use the PureSource2 water filter if you have a Frigidaire refrigerator with nay one of the following filter model numbers: WF2CB, SWF2CB, FC-100, FC100, NGFC 2000.

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Note that this water filter also fits Kenmore refrigerators manufactured by Frigidaire, those with part numbers 46-9911, 9911, 9916.

The Frigidaire PureSource 2 Water Filter is one of the leading filtration units in the market and is capable of virtually eliminating any trace of such things as cysts, particulates, lead, mercury, herbicides, Alachlor and other impurities.

This unit is simple to slide in and out of position making the process of replacement an easy task.

A refrigerator water filter is even more effective if it is replaced on a regular basis with the recommended interval being around every six months. The reason for this is because as the water filter does its job it collects the contaminants eventually saturate the unit. As the build up continues the filter becomes less effective and the contaminants can begin to leak into the processed water. This means your water filter is not capable of doing its job any longer and you may have noticed that the taste of the water was beginning to deteriorate or that the water pressure had dropped.

This product fits all Frigidaire & Kenmore refrigerators with a slide out filter cartridge.

It probably should be pointed out that if you were in Italy this would be known as a Moka machine which is what we know as an espresso.

The Bialetti espresso maker is made out of aluminum and is octagonal in shape, a distinctive design that is quite well known in the espresso making world. Also very distinctive is the “Little Man” logo on the side of the pot which is also a very recognisable symbol throughout Europe.

Features of the Bialetti Moka Stovetop Espresso Maker

This espresso maker comes in a range of sizes so it is possible to buy the one that best suits your lifestyle. If you live alone or only one person in the household drinks coffee then you will only need to buy the 1 espresso cup model. For larger gatherings you can get the larger capacity makers right up to the 12 cup model.

Coffee Maker sizes available

 Each of these coffee makers are available for sale from various online and bricks and mortar stores. More details on how you can buy one are available below.

Cautionary Notes About the Bialetti Moka Stovetop Espresso Maker

This coffee maker does not make espresso coffee, at least, not what espresso drinkers would call espresso. Instead it makes a dark concentrated coffee that is similar in style but certainly not the same.

Do not wash the machine with detergent, instead just rinse it under the tap.

The more often the machine is used the better the coffee will taste. If you haven’t made coffee with the machine for a while you should make a weak coffee and throw it out.

How To Use the Bialetti Moka Stovetop Espresso Maker

Open the coffee maker by unscrewing the top and bottom chambers. Take out the coffee basket and then fill the lower chamber with cool water. You should then fill the coffee basket with your coffee, any type of coffee will do but make sure it is medium to coarse grind or else the pot will not operate as expected.

Make sure the coffee maker has been put back together again properly with both halves joined together securely. No you can place the coffee maker on the stove over a medium flame. If the flame is too high the handle on the coffee maker will be in danger of melting.

When the upper chamber of the coffee maker is filled, usually after around 4 – 5 minutes, the coffee maker should be taken off the flame immediately. You should never boil the coffee inside the coffee maker because it will not only adversely affect the taste of the coffee but it will also damage the coffee maker.

First, you need to decide whether you need a full sized dishwasher or a small, tabletop unit.  The large ones will be able to handle almost anything you can toss into them, but a compact tabletop dishwasher will only be able to hold 4 place settings.  If you are just looking for a cheap dishwasher that is simple to hook up, I would definitely go with a portable tabletop unit.  There is no plumbing to be done, since they just get hooked up directly to the faucet on the kitchen sink.  The downside to them is that they are a bulky appliance about the size of a microwave, and will take up space in your kitchen.  Many people solve this problem by putting them on a rolling cart, which can be simply pushed next to the sink for use.

If you don’t like the thought of having a bulky appliance hooked up to your sink, or have a lot of dishes to wash everyday, you will most likely need a large dishwasher.  If this is the case, an option is to remove one of the lower kitchen cabinets and install a slimline dishwasher.  These units are designed to fit into smaller spaces than normal dishwashers. You will need to hook up the water intake and drain tubes to the plumbing, but any good plumber should be able to tackle a job like this easily.  You can even do it yourself if you have the inclination.