Paragon Water Shower Water Filter Review

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Paragon Water Shower Filter Report
	Number One Winner in the Category of Shower Filters The Aquasana AQ-4100 Shower Filter has a unique two-stage filter process that takes out chlorine and balances the pH in Stage 1 and filters out harmful VOCs and THMs in stage 2. Official Merchant Website Paragon Water Shower Filter Review Available in White, or Chrome (other finishes available for large orders Hand-held design Reduces over 99% Chlorine for 10,000 gallons! Reduces Hydrogen Sulfide Restores Natural Softness to Hair, Scalp and Skin by removing harsh, drying chemicals from the water May help reduce Acne and Eczema Eliminates Odors Reduces Soap film build-up Leaves shower stall with no calcium or soap scum build up on glass doors or tiles Installs in Seconds No Tools Required Easy to replace filter cartridge (SFRC1) lasts up to 10,000 gallons or 1 year Made in U.S.A.
Feedback & Overview
	Actual Customer Feedback: "Yes, I would recommend this to a friend" Product is easy to change however, does not endure the advertised time however, it could be our water quality. Portion of Actual User Comment on buzzillions.com website "This filter works great. Like having soft water." Portion of Actual User Comment on buzzillions.com website "This filter cleans the chlorine smell, and sediment we sometimes get even from our municipal water, from our shower. It also lasts about a year, as it claims, and is easy to replace." Portion of Actual User Comment on buzzillions.com website This unit performs well below the Aquasana AQ-4000 in the areas of key performance such as reduciton of VOCs, THMs, Lead and Copper. As well, the unit filter performance also makes it a more expensive unit to own. The Aquasana AQ-4100 gets our vote.
Product Details
Company Info:	Paragon Water Systems 14001 63rd Way Clearwater, FL 33760 Phone 1-800-288-9708 In Florida: 727-538-4704 Paragon Water Systems, Inc is an original equipment manufacturer. It was established in 1988 in Clearwater, Florida. Its mission is to discover and develop new technologies to help improve the quality of our water. It is a member of the NSF advisory board and we manufacture a complete line of NSF certified water filtration products. Paragon Water market them under their brand names at retail as well as to other companies and private labels as an OEM. Paragon expanded into China during the year 2000, opening manufacturing facilities in Xiamen and sales offices in Shanghai. In 2002 Paragon established a joint venture in China to add the capacity required to grow our filtration manufacturing for large OEM customers. In 2003 it expanded with the opening of a sales office in India for distribution throughout the country.
Product Specifications:	Paragon Shower Filter • Retail Cost - $69.99 • Replacement cartridge cost - $24.95 & Life - 3 months • Cost of Use - $8.32/month • Reduces Chlorine - YES >50% • Reduces VOC's -NO • Reduces THM's - NO • Reduces Lead - NO • Copper Flow Rate - 2 GPM • Consumers Digest Rated - NO • Reduces Shower Head Height - YES • Performance Rating - B Specifications Compared to Water Filter Reviews Number One Choice The Aquasana AQ-4100 • Retail Cost - $84.99 • Replacement cartridge cost $42.00 & Life - 6 months • Cost of Use - $7.00/month • Reduces Chlorine - YES >90% • Reduces VOC's - YES >90% • Reduces THM's - YES >90% • Reduces Lead - YES>70% • Copper Flow Rate - 2.5 GPM • Consumers Digest Rated - YES • Reduces Shower Head Height - NO • Performance Rating - A Studies have shown that we take in the same amount of harmful chemicals from showering as we do from drinking water." (Rutgers Univ.) Glossary of contaminants Chlorine - Added to our our supply by government agencies. It is a necessary service as it kills harmful, even deadly living matter in our water supply. However, it is advisable to eliminate it right before use. Chlorine has been linked to several health problems (cardiovascular illness and cancer) and cosmetic effects (dry skin and hair). Lead - Enters through plumbing. Well-documented risks to health especially children include brain damage. Cysts - Living organisms in water. Can cause different illnesses and diseases of varying severity. THMs (trihalomethanes) - form when chlorine combines with living matter. Linked to cancer. VOCs (volatile organic compounds) - Carbon-containing chemicals that can vaporize quickly. Often breathed in, they cause skin irritation, drowsiness and respiratory problems. Lindane - Comes from insecticides. May contribute to cancer, heart disease and toxicity of many organs. Alachlor - Odorless herbicide to control grasses and weeds. May irritate skin and eyes. May also damage the liver, kidney and spleen. Has been linked to cancer formation. Atrazine - Organic herbicide used to control broadleaf and weeds. May cause congestion of heart, lungs and kidney, low blood pressure and damage to adrenal glands. Benzene - A clear, colorless chemical that is very aromatic and highly flammable. Linked to nervous system disorders, depressed immune system, anemia, chromosome damage and cancer. TCE (trichloroethylene) - Chemical that smells like chloroform. Used to remove grease from certain products like metal. Long-term consumption may lead to liver disease and cancer. MTBE - used to improve the performance of fuels. Linked to cancer.
Price:	$69.99
Return Policy:	6 months
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