Whether you are hiking in the bush or just tired of the quality of your drinking water at home, you may have considered making use of water purification tablets to make your drinking water potable.
Water purification tablets have been used by those in emergency situations, joggers, campers and hikers on outward bound tours and hikes for many years, as they are capable of removing many of the contaminants, pollutants and impurities in the water.
Tips to Purify Your Drinking Water
1. Filter the Dirty Water before Dissolving – Use a piece of cheesecloth or a pantyhose to extract some of the pollutants before dissolving the tablet in the water.
2. 1 Tablet per 10 Litres of Water – Most brands recommend using one tablet per 10 litres of water, while others recommend using two tablets per half litre of water. Make sure that you read the instructions on the packaging of the pills you use.
3. Shake the Container to Mix – After dropping the tablet in, shake the container for around 2 minutes to mix the water and the purification tablet.
4. Wait Several Minutes to Consume the Water – Wait a couple of minutes before you start to drink the water.
5. Use a Water Purification System in Your Home – Install a water purification system in your home to ensure that your drinking water is pure.
6. Always Have Tablets in Your Emergency Kit – It is important that one always has an emergency kit in your home in case of natural disasters such as an earthquake, flood or tornado or even if the water is turned off for a period of time, and make sure that it contains water purification tablets.
7. Invest in a Water Cooler – Investing in a mains water cooler that is plumbed directly into your water mains and is fitted with a good water filter will ensure that your water is purified of all toxins and crisp and chilled.
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