Difficulty
Moderate
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3
Time Required
45 minutes
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1
- replace Brita water filters with a better solution
- 3 steps
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Step 1
find cold water supply to faucet
- Cold water is the supply line is on the right. Turn it off before starting.
Cold water is the supply line is on the right. Turn it off before starting.
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Step 2
Parts needed less than $100
- Pentek 10" filter and slimline housing
- 3/8 compression supply line and 3/8 faucet supply line
- Filter wrench
- 3/8" compression to 3/8" pipe thread fittings (two), 3/8"close nipple, and 3/8" female elbow (if needed). Total less than
Pentek 10" filter and slimline housing
3/8 compression supply line and 3/8 faucet supply line
Filter wrench
3/8" compression to 3/8" pipe thread fittings (two), 3/8"close nipple, and 3/8" female elbow (if needed). Total less than
Step 3
Assemble and install
- use teflon tape on male threads when assembling. do not overtighten.
- Enjoy filtered water for less than a penny a gallon.
use teflon tape on male threads when assembling. do not overtighten.
Enjoy filtered water for less than a penny a gallon.
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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