Methods to Remove Fluoride from Drinking Water
Activated alumina cartridges and reverse osmosis membrane filtration systems are the only two methods for removing fluoride from drinking water. Some companies claim that carbon filters will remove fluoride, but this is not correct. Also, all our fluoride systems use dual stage filters with activated alumina in the first stage and KDF/GAC in the second. We use the KDF/GAC cartridge to remove any activated alumina that may get into your water. Our Doulton ceramic cartridge will also reduce aluminum in your water and should be installed after the fluoride cartridge. This would call for using the triple filter system, UCT-C-F or CTT-C-F listed below. Beware of companies selling a single stage filter with just activated alumina. This setup doesn't protect against activated alumina in your water.
In a recent lab test dated 10-06-2008 at the Michigan Department of Environmental Services in Lansing, the results show no aluminum present in the sample water. The water sample was from our UCD-F filter, running at 0.5 gallons per minute. The cartridge had been broken in by running water through it for 20 minutes, and the sample was taken after one month of use. The water passes through the fluoriide removal cartridge made up of activated alumina (aluminum oxide) and then through the KDF/GAC media. We are happy to say that no aluminum was present. Click to view the test report 48k gif).
Compare our Fluoride Filters
 Model CTD-F: Double Countertop Water Filter with KDF/GAC and Fluoride Pre-filter--sale $174.95 with free shipping--compare to similar filters at $197. ORDER NOW! VIEW CART/CHECKOUT
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 Model UCD-F: Double Under-counter Water Filter with KDF/GAC and Fluoride Pre-filter-Suggested Retail $305 - Sale price $199.95 now $189.95 ORDER NOW! VIEW CART/CHECKOUT
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Model UCT-CH-F: Triple Under-counter Chloramines, KDF/GAC & Fluoride-$299.95 (compare at $399.95) ORDER NOW! VIEW CART/CHECKOUT
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Model CTD-F: Double Countertop Water Filter with Fluoride Pre-filter. Sale Price: now $174.95 [Suggested Retail Price: $255]
Model CTD-F. This dual-cartridge countertop filter uses a fluoride removal cartridge with activated alumina (one of the best ways to remove the contaminant) as a pre-filter to effectively remove fluoride, good for approximately one year. The second cartridge is our 12,000 gallon capacity KDF/GAC filter. Must run the filter at 0.5 gpm or less to effectively remove the fluoride. It removes chlorine, heavy metals, pesticides and more (see What's KDF). A diverter valve replaces the aerator on your faucet (now a new more durable, long lasting, valve) - water is sent through the filter and out its own spout; a long reach lead free spout allowing for placement flexibility on your countertop. Includes chlorine test strips to verify when it's time to replace cartridge. 12" high, 5" diameter. 3 year prorated warranty on KDF/GAC cartridge, 5 year on housings. Suggested Retail - $259, competition's price $197 our sale price $174.95 with our 3 year KDF/GAC cartridge plus free shipping (continental US only). ORDER NOW! VIEW CART/CHECKOUT. Click for Installation Instructions.
Model UCD-F: Double Under-counter Water Filter with Fluoride Pre-filter
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Sale Price: $199.95 now $189.95 [Suggested Retail Price: $305]
Model UCD-F. This dual-cartridge under-counter filter uses a fluoride removal cartridge with activated alumina as a pre-filter to effectively remove fluoride, good for approximately one year. The second cartridge is our 12,000 gallon capacity KDF/GAC filter. It removes chlorine, heavy metals, pesticides and more (see What's KDF). Must run the filter at 0.5 gpm or less to effectively remove the fluoride. Includes chlorine test strips to verify when it's time to replace cartridge. 12" tall, 10" wide, 5" deep. 3 year prorated warranty on KDF/GAC cartridge, 5 year on housings. [NSF-53 Standard Test Results] Suggested Retail - $305.00, Sale Price -$199.95 now $189.95 plus free shipping (continental US only). ORDER NOW! VIEW CART/CHECKOUT. Click for Installation Instructions. Click to upgrade to any of our Designer Faucets for only $34.95 (Euro upgrade is $54.95).
Model UCT-C-F: Triple Under-counter Water Filter with Ceramic Pre-filter and Fluoride Filter. Sale Price: $299.95 [Suggested Retail Price: $451.95]
UCT-C-F. Triple Under-counter Filter with a Doulton Sterasyl ceramic pre-filter, a KDF/GAC Filter and a Fluoride Removal Filter with standard faucet. 14" tall x 15" wide x 5" deep. Suggested Retail - $451.95, Sale Price - $299.95 plus free shipping (continental US only). ORDER NOW! VIEW CART/CHECKOUT. Click to upgrade to any of our Designer Faucets for only $34.95 (Euro upgrade is $54.95).
CTT-CH-F: Triple Countertop Water Filter, KDF/GAC, Specialized Carbon GAC (high chloramines), Fluoride Filter--$299.95 (free shipping) ORDER NOW! VIEW CART/CHECKOUT.
Model UCT-CH-F: Triple Under-counter Water Filter, KDF/GAC, Specialized Carbon GAC (high chloramines), Fluoride Filter--$299.95 (free shipping). ORDER NOW! VIEW CART/CHECKOUT. Click to upgrade to any of our Designer Faucets for only $34.95 (Euro upgrade is $54.95).
Compare Water Filters - Dual Countertop & Under-counter KDF Filter/Fluoride Reduction & Triple KDF/GAC, Fluoride + Chloramines
Compare Water Filters - Dual Countertop & Under-counter KDF Filter/Fluoride Reduction
| Double Counter KFG/GAC +Fluoride | Double Under-counter KDF/GAC + Fluoride | KDF/GAC Replacement | Fluoride Cartridge Replace-ment | Replace- |
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| Water Exchange | $174.95 free shipping | $189.95 free shipping | $39.95 (12,000 gallons, 3 year) | $44.95 (3,000 gallons, 1 year) | $0.017 |
| Comp-etitor # 1 | $197 free shipping | Not available | $57 (I year) | $52 (1 year) | $0.06 |
| Comp-etitor # 2 | $275 free shiping | $289 free shipping | $49.95 (10,000 gallons, 1 year) | $69.95 (1 year) | $0.07 plus |
Fluoride Pre-Filters
Fluoride Pre-Filter Kit for your Countertop and Under-counter KDF/GAC filter system (note: housing may be solid white or clear as pictured)
CT-FL KIT--This kit will allow you to add a fluoride pre-filter to your existing countertop filter system. Requires a KDF/GAC cartridge as a second filter (will not work with a carbon filter system). It includes a standard countertop housing with a fluoride cartridge already installed, two 1/4" quick connect fittings (one already installed in the pre-filter housing) and 1/4" tubing to connect the pre-filter to your countertop KDF/GAC filter. 12" high, 5" diameter, 5 year warranty on housing. Suggested Retail - $159, Sale Price - $109.95 plus free shipping (continental US only). ORDER NOW! VIEW CART/CHECKOUT.
UC-FL-KIT. This kit will allow you to add a fluoride removal filter to any under-counter filter system. It uses a free-standing countertop housing you can place under your sink next to your existing under-counter filter system. The pre-filter includes the fluoride removal cartridge already installed, two 1/4" quick connect fittings and 1/4" tubing to connect the new housing to your under-counter system. 12" high, 5" diameter, 5 year warranty on housing. Suggested Retail - $159, Sale Price - $109.95 plus free shipping (continental US only). ORDER NOW! VIEW CART/CHECKOUT.
(Reverse osmosis filters will also remove fluoride)
Methods to Remove Fluoride from Drinking Water
Activated alumina cartridges and reverse osmosis water filters are two methods for removing up to 90 percent of the fluoride from drinking water. The aluminum oxide absorbs the fluoride ion, however water flow rate must be at 0.5 gallons per minute for this method to be effective. All our fluoride filters use dual stage systems with activated alumina in the first stage and KDF/GAC in the second. KDF/GAC will remove heavy metals, and is used to remove any aluminum that may get into your water. Fluoride is also naturally occuring and found in well water, and low levels in many foods (fish, meat, fruits and vegetables). It is also a waste product of the aluminum industry.
Fluoride is added in the form of sodium fluoride, fluorosilicic acid, or sodium fluorosilicate to most municipal water systems in the US (levels up to 1 ppm) to prevent tooth decay. Over 4 ppm is considered unsafe. In recent years, some health professionals and scientists have questioned its safety in drinking water, however the majority find it safe and effective. For those who are chemical sensitive, or want to remove fluoride, we offer several countertop & under-counter filtering systems for fluoride as well as other contaminants including lead, arsenic, THMs, VOCs, bacteria, nitrate, sodium, chloramines, sediment and cysts (cryptosporidium). Our Doulton ceramic cartridge will also reduce aluminum and can be installed after the fluoride cartridge.
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