3-4 Person Family Filter System

Please recommend which model number is the best to fit a family of 3-4 people for cooking and drinking water. What is the Ph value for the normal people to use. What is your lead time to ship out the product after you receive an order? Is the filer easy to install?

 I'll recommend one of our most versatile and sought after undersink filters. It is the dual cartridge system located here: ;http://doultonusa.com/HTML%20pages/ip200UC_plus.htm. Our filters will not adjust or effect the pH of your water. Typical city water is around 7.5 pH and our filters will not mess with that.
 Lead-time is 2-5 business days after order is placed and will depend on your location. The filters come with a DIY installation kit for any handy person to install. http://doultonusa.com/doulton_water_filters/Undersink-installation-instructions.pdf.

Enhanced Filter Systems

Thanks for your prompt reply. Great service! I'm wondering if there is any upscale models you'll recommend than IP200UC?

I'm not sure what you mean by "upscale" but we do have the same version in a stainless steel model. Please see: http://doultonusa.com/HTML%20pages/is200uc_plus.htm. We also have a triple canister system with added filtration capability http://doultonusa.com/HTML%20pages/ip300sca5-a3.htm, and a High-Flow/High Capacity system, here: http://doultonusa.com/doulton_water_filters/Imperial-high-flowrate-RegentII.htm.
 Any of these items would be a great choice for you and your family.

Salt free water softeners

I live in the small mountain town in CA. I am on a water meter, but our town of 1500 is on a series of wells. I am billed through the Municipal Water Company, so I believe our water is treated in some stage or another. I am in a 7 year old house that I built myself, and have a Life Source whole house water filter system with a small pre-filter. I believe it is a carbon system, as it does a flush once a week into the yard through a 1/2" drain pipe. I know one thing I would like to see is water
that is not so hard. ( spots and calcium build-up ). I found your DoultonUSA.com site very interesting and would like your opinion on some products.
The first thing I would like to do is put in a under-sink drinking water filter with a counter-top faucet. How can I test my water to see which secondary filter i need ? What are your thoughts about leaving or removing my existing Life Source system in, or adding to it, or ??????. Please help me out with my concerns, without breaking my bank account.

For your hardness, we carry Salt-free water conditioners (softeners) to remove and prevent lime-scale depositing. Please see our NoScale systems located here along with the informative FAQ link:
http://doultonusa.com/whole_house_water_filters/salt-free-softener.php.
Your municipal system should have an annual water report in which they have available to present you or published online. Please contact your local officials regarding that matter.

As far as undersink water filtration system is concerned, our IP200UC+ system is versatile and
far efficient enough to treat any municipally supplied water system.
Most people choose the fluoride filter if the area is known to fluoridate the water or if there may be a large heavy-metal content within the water. Please see the filter here:
http://doultonusa.com/HTML%20pages/ip200UC_plus.htm.

As far as your existing whole-house carbon filter, it all depends on how long it's been installed (7 yrs?). What eventually happens is that the carbon within the unit will exhaust itself and reach it's total adsorptive capacity. When this happens, you can replace it with a new unit, or replace the activated carbon within it after dumping it out. My recommendation would be to purchase an inexpensive chlorine test-strip kit and determine if it is still removing the chlorine efficiently after all this time. Please let us know how else we may assist you. We would certainly love to work with you on this.

Help me to decide which type/style water filter I may need

I am interested in purchasing a water filter, but there are so many on the

market, I am confused. Can you help me decide which type/style I may need

I would like to have it for the kitchen and on my refrigerator, is this

possible and what would the cost be, who would have to install it, how often

Would the filter need to be changed? Thank you for your time and help

Are you on city water or well water?

From under-sink water filter Model IP100UC (Ultracarb) $249.00 USD filtered water can be brought to your fridge from the sink base cabinet using 25 or 35 ft Kit for ice maker or refrigerator ($19.95 or $21.55).

Yes the replacement Ultracarb cartridge ($59) have to be changed. The change frequency is every 6 months based on typical household of 4 using the filtered water for drinking and cooking.

Installation is DIY or hire a handy person that knows how to use players and screwdriver.

Inline undersink water filter

I am interested in having one of your Doulton ceramic systems installed in my kitchen undersink. I'd like it to be an in-line system so I don't have to have an additional tap on my countertop. Is this possible?

We receive same request as yours every now and then which we recommend our Regent I which have high capacity and flow rate with Imperial Ultracarb Cartridge It is only available from us and the cost is $249.00 without the faucet and install hardware. For more details visit the following link: http://www.doultonusa.com/doulton_water_filters/Imperial-high-flowrate-RegentI.htm

What install hardware do I need with this setup? also, does this system provide maximum filtration?

Your cold water shut-off valve is most likely located in the center back of the sink base cabinet, You want to install the filter closer to the cabinet door as you may need to clean the ceramic cartridge every now and then as well periodic change out.
We can give you 3-4 feet of 3/8" PE tubing for the filter supply. On the shut-off valve end you'll need a 3/8" plastic compression tube ring (delrin) and a 3/8" compression nut (use the existing if you can) to attache the filter supply and the other end of the supply simply push in into the filter inlet (build in push-fit inlet/outlet).
For the filter outlet to the faucet you'll need standard 3/8" faucet riser of appropriate length (gray plastic riser). All the items you need are commonly found at local "big box" or hardware stores. Should you need any elbows to avoid sharp bends (kinks) we can supply you with push-fit elbow (s) at no charge. Push-fit connection instructions are supplied withe the filter. The Imperial Ultracarb filter efficiency is same as with our slimline Ultracarb element.
Push-fit instructions can be found on the following link: http://www.doultonusa.com/Instructions.htm

Can you recommend a system for filtering residential municipal water?

Okay. I'm sorry. You have so many filters, I get very confused. I'm hoping you can help me. I am looking for a stainless filtration system. I presently have a Cousen's (I think) under the counter system constructed of plastic. I recently read that the plastic could possibly leach and that the BEST filters are stainless. Would you agree??? Our family of five consumes mass quantities of water...far more than just a few gallons daily when considering the tea pot, cooking, etc. Can you recommend a system for filtering residential municipal water? Though I would love a "whole house" system, I am presently only able to purchase a "drinking" filter. I was looking at the stainless IS100UC and then the IP100UC and couldn't quite grasp the difference. And then of course, there's The Sovereign...which sounds like what I'd love but can't quite afford. Which would best set my mind at ease for filtering all the yuck that the city adds (chemicals etc.) plus everything that leaches in, as well as all the natural metals and bacterias??? Yikes. Again, reiterating: I want the best you have to offer. And could you compare any of them that you'd recommend with The Sovereign??? I hope you can help.

I disagree that best filter is of stainless steel construction. It is true that some plastic filters may leach out contaminants under right conditions (acidic water) but those are usually low quality filters (mostly imports) not being able to pass leach test. All of Doulton filters comply to be in contact with potable water source.
IS100UC and IP100UC contain the same Doulton Ultracarb ceramic filtration element.

Compare with the Sovereign? Yes! Regent I found on the following link: http://www.doultonusa.com/doulton_water_filters/Imperial-high-flowrate-RegentI.htm
Both use Doulton Imperial Ultracarb ceramic cartridge.

I want to purchase a filter that will take out ALL the horrors now found in the water

I have been using an excellent-quality bottled water for 30 years and now want to eliminate the bottled water and purchase a water filter. I have been researching water filters and am interested in possibly buying a Doulton.

In researching the public water where I live, I reviewed their 2005 annual drinking water quality report. The following may be found

in this water:

- arsenic

- pesticides and herbicides from chemicals used on laws by residents

- nitrates from fertilizer

- VOCs (Volatile Organic Contaminants)

- chlorine added by the water company to kill bacteria

- Polyphosphates added by the water company to take out iron

- Hydrated lime and soda ash added by the water company

I am interested in knowing if the Doulton Water Filter can take out any and all of the above substances.

What I particularly want is to purchase a filter that will take out ALL the horrors now found in the water (or as many of them as

possible while leaving in tact all the minerals naturally found in hard water.

In other words, I do NOT want to drink soft water. I DO want to drink hard water WITHOUT the garbage.

The polyphosphates and lime and soda ash are harmless natural minerals that are used in water treatment industry.

The polyphosphates coat the calcium and magnesium ions preventing them from adhering to plumbing fixtures and water using appliances reducing the scale build up. This does not mean that the minerals are removed. they can only be removed by ion exchange treatment such as softener.

Lime and soda ash is used to lower the alkalinity in the water making it to taste less bitter.

Our triple housing filters can address the rest of the contaminants that may be in your water by using selected elements. If your nitrates are less than 10 mg/L then dual housing filter with arsenic and Ultracarb candle will be more than adequate.

Deluxe version- Doulton undersink ceramic water filter

I was referred by Dr. William Campbell Douglass, author of "Real Health Breakthroughs", a newsletter that I am a subscriber to. I misplaced his letter that gave a price of $170 for the filter, but I'm not sure if that included the Candle or not...

The filter model that Dr. Douglas refer ($179) to is same as you ordered (IP100UC) except it's a standard dealer kit that includes inexpensive faucet and very basic installation hardware. Your model is a deluxe version that is sold through us and very few dealers that want to carry. On the following link you can see the difference in faucets only in addition, the deluxe model installation components are more comprehensive and professional plus carry a lifetime warranty.

The immediate improvement in taste and odor on well water especially with good taste is not as obvious at once as with chlorinated city water. Visual evidence is often seen on well waters after period of use in form of candle surface discoloration caused by trapped invisible particles in water. Most visual evidence is slippery, slimy build-up caused by heterotrophic (HPC) bacteria on the surface of the ceramic candle reducing the filter flow rate. This is often found in well waters as well many surface waters. The beauty is that the ceramic candle will trap these invisible particles on it's surface which can be removed by scrubbing off with plastic brush or scouring pad.

If you are pleased with Doulton filter and want to refer it to your patient/friend please have them mention your name as a referrer. The reason for this is that we want to thank you for each referral with modest $20.00 check.

Doulton referred by doctors.

I was referred by Dr. William Campbell Douglass, author of "Real Health Breakthroughs", a newsletter that I am a subscriber to.
I am a Pediatrician and will certainly make referrals to my patients (many of whom are increasingly aware of the impact of environmental toxins on the everyday health of themselves & their children).

For information on drinking water of health importance visit the following web sites:
"Miracles of water" by Dr. Cayer: http://www.drcayer.com/Water.htm

Dr. Fereydoon Batmanghelidj articles on health benefits of drinking water: http://www.nafhim.org/articles.htm


Global Health Solutions' website www.watercure.com.
"It is chronic dehydration that causes the pains and degenerative diseases of the human body." Miracles in Ordinary Water! On WaterCure site you can order F. Batmanghelidj, M.D. books "Your Body's Many Cries for Water", "Water Cures: Drugs Kill" ,"Water: For Health, For Healing, For Life", "Water: Rx for A Healthier Pain-Free Life".

Doulton filters are featured in Ann Louise Gittleman’s books "Fat Flush Cookbook" and "Why Am I Always So Tired?" which is about copper zinc nutritional imbalance.

Water filters for use on the cold water supply of a kitchen sink.

Would you recommend any of your under-counter filters for use on the cold water supply of a kitchen sink?

I assume you want to use your existing faucet, right? If so what quality of filtered water do you want? For premium quality drinking water you'll have to compromise the low flow rate (maximum 1.5 GPM). For general purpose filtering rust and sediments we have 1 and 5 microns sediment filters that will give you same flow rate as without filter.

Differences were between the Doulton IP100UC & the Regent I

I was wondering what the differences were between the Doulton IP100UC & the Regent I water filters?

IP100UC uses Doulton slimline candle with a flow rate up to 1/2 GPM whilst the Regent I uses Imperial Ultracarb cartridge with a flow rate better than 1 GPM.

Do you have a dealer or local area rep near Some City, (State)?

You can find the water chiller and residential Doulton under-sink filter model IP100UC in Home Expo Centers under brand name Mountain Pure however Regent I commercial capacity filter can only be purchased from us.

Residential system for refrigerator with indoor water and ice

Very interested in residential system for refrigerator with indoor water and ice, the IF100UC. Also would like pricing for extra JG-tee for package.

I am in process of reading the entire site as it relates to home water and undersink unit but please give me more information for the ceramic candle capacity, for example, if I purchase the Model IS100SC do I clean and replace or discard and replace after the 1000 gallons limit is reached?

The IF100UC is not available yet however if you purchase the IS100SC a fridge/ice maker kit is available in 25' and 35' length providing that you can bring the tubing to the back of fridge from the filter. The 3/8"x3/8"x1/4" push-fit tee is included in the kit and the cost is $3.60.
The ceramic candle need cleaning when the flow rate decreases. The recommended change out is typically 9-12 months base on four users using the filtered water for drinking and cooking as well rinsing vegetables.

Doulton under-sink water filtration system and softener.

I am interested in purchasing a doulton under-sink water filtration system but my plumber who will be installing the system questioned whether I need a water softener also.
Doulton under-sink (or countertop) water filters have nothing to do with water softeners meaning they work with softener and without softener.

Filter to provide clean water to my refrigerator drinking water and ice dispenser.

I would like to install a filter to provide clean water to my refrigerator drinking water and ice dispenser. The filter would be located in the basement, connected directly to the refrigerator supply line in a closet. I would like it to be large enough so it would not require service more than about once a year. The water is from a private well, softened before it gets to the refrigerator. I am mainly concerned about nitrates, which recently tested at 11 ppm. Which of your products should I be considering?
If nitrates is your primary concern we carry A-3I nitrate Imperial cartridge which can be found on the following page. The 10" filter housing can also be found on the same link: http://www.doultonusa.com/HTML%20pages/ceramic_cartridges.htm

OMNI-Doulton combination

I now have an OMNI 2 micron sediment filter and would like to use it as a prefilter to the Doulton IS100SC. We live in the rain forest of Costa Rica and our well has high sediment content. I know that Doulton sells a dual filter, (the IP200UC+) but I would like to save the $$ if the flow rate will not be compromised by the OMNI-Doulton combination.
The flow rate will not be compromised unless the Omni filter have 1/4 inch tubing. Doulton ceramics are very tight therefore our supply lines are 3/8 inch to increase the pressure. However you may not even need a pre-filter, she just have to clean the cartridge more frequently, perhaps every 2 months. Clean candle have flow rate of about 1/2 gallon per minute. Since she lives in the rain forest (environmentally relatively clean water) all she'll need is IP100SC.