Home Water Coolers
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Modern home water dispensers have an attractive streamlined appearance that will complement the décor of any home, no matter how traditional or how modern.
You can choose from a wide variety of styles and colors, including natural wood and stainless steel.
Instead of being an awkward eyesore, your home water cooler can be an attractive and functional fixture suitable for any room of the house.
Water is necessary for life and good health, and sugary drinks are not a suitable substitute for this essential element. The responsible thing to do is provide your family with a fresh supply of water at all times, and a home water dispenser is the perfect solution.
Bottled Home Water Cooler
Some water coolers dispense bottled water. Most people are familiar with bottled water coolers that consist of a large bottle made of clear plastic, placed upside down on a dispensing base that either heats and cools water or just cools it.Many people would be pleasantly surprised to learn that most of today's bottled water coolers look nothing like the old familiar style. They come in sleek, esthetically pleasing shapes and colors.
Some of them completely conceal the water bottle, so from a distance casual observers may not even realize that they are looking at a water cooler.
Freestanding units are slim enough to easily fit in any corner or small area, but if available floor space is limited, some people opt for a countertop water cooler instead. Like freestanding units, countertop models can also dispense both hot and cold water.
In homes with small children, it can be dangerous for hot water to be within the reach of the children, but most modern water dispensers feature a locking hot water tap that prevents children from accessing the hot water while still allowing them access to the cold.
Bottled home water coolers do have some drawbacks, however. They require a constant supply of fresh water, which is an extra expense on top of the cost of buying or leasing the unit.
The bulky bottles (both full and empty) require some storage space, which may prove to be inconvenient for people who live in apartments or small houses. Some people find the bottles heavy and awkward to change, so a bottled water cooler can be difficult to manage at times.
Following the recent trend toward bottled water, concerns about the quality of the water have surfaced. How pure is "pure"? Water companies claim that the water that they provide is filtered and purified, but testing of many major brands of bottled water revealed high levels of impurities, including e-coli.
Some brands of bottled water were found to have equal or higher levels of impurities than ordinary tap water, leading to the conclusion that some unethical water companies have simply been selling bottled tap water.
To combat these alarming findings, some water companies now allow customers to order random testing of their water at any time to prove that their claims of purity are true. In regions where the tap water quality is particularly poor, a bottled water cooler may still be the best option.
Pros:
- Conveniently fits in any location - floor or countertop
- Complements any décor
- Does not require close proximity to plumbing
- Encourages family members to drink more water instead of sugary drinks
- Ongoing cost of replacing bottles
- Bulky bottles take up storage space
- Full bottles can be heavy and awkward to change
- The quality of bottled water is a concern
Bottleless Home Water Cooler
With the recent concern about the possible poor quality of bottled water, many homes and offices are opting for water coolers that do not require bottled water. As a home water cooler, a bottleless unit can be a worthwhile investment, especially in homes with large families.A bottleless water cooler does not require a constant supply of bulky bottles. Instead, it plumbs directly into an existing water source, filtering the water to remove all of the impurities typically found in tap water.
Filters need to be changed on a regular basis to ensure that the water quality remains at its best, but these are considerably less awkward to manage than a large bottle full of water. Bottleless water cooler units have the advantage of being considerably more compact than a bottled water cooler because of the absence of the bottle.
Like bottled water dispensers, bottleless dispensers are now available in a wide variety of stylish designs and colors, so your home water cooler need not be an eyesore. Both hot and cold dispensing options are available, and most units with hot water also have a locking hot water tap to prevent injury to small children.
The primary disadvantage of a bottleless home water cooler is its permanence and its somewhat higher installation cost. Because it is connected directly to a water source, it is limited to certain areas of the house and lacks the mobility of the bottled water cooler.
In homes with wells or tap water with extremely high mineral content, there is the possibility that mineral deposits may accumulate and clog this type of unit, so be sure to consult a water cooler expert before installing one.
Pros:
- No constant purchasing of bottled water
- Peace of mind of knowing where the water is from
- No storing and changing bulky bottles
- Minimal maintenance - just regular changing of filters
- Constant free water supply
- Slightly higher installation cost
- Limited to areas that have a water source
- A relatively permanent fixture - can't move it once installed
- Regular purchase and changing of filters
By browsing the sites of several online water companies such as Aquaverve, you will be able to view all of the colourful possibilities.
Summary
The trend toward home water coolers reflects society's increased awareness about health and about the vital components necessary for the maintenance of good health. Instead of buying cases of soda to stock the refrigerator, consider a home water cooler for the benefit of your family's health.
Home Water Coolers Related Articles
Countertop Water Cooler - Best Uses Of Countertop DispensersConsidering that a countertop water cooler will cost you less than perpetually buying bottled water, buying one is a wise choice.
Plumbed in Water Coolers - High Quality Water Supply For Your Home
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PUR Water Dispenser - A Water Cooler With A Space Saving Design
The PUR water cooler and dispenser is designed to fit on a shelf in your refrigerator and not take up a lot of space.
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