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Water may seem as simple as 2 hydrogen atoms and 1 oxygen atom but depending on where it’s come from, water can contain all sorts of things, both good and bad. There are also a number of ways water can be treated with different processes reducing, removing or sometimes adding elements to tailor water to an exact specification.

Our range of articles below examine various subjects including what’s in our water, how various filtration technologies work and anything else to do with water.

How Do Water Filters Work?

How Do Water Filters Work?

Drinking water usually comes from a municipal supply, which is safe to drink but will often feature unwanted characteristics such as sediment, unpleasant tastes and odours or a high mineral content that causes limescale build-up.

For these reasons many people utilise a water filter but how do they actually work?

The Health Benefits of Staying Hydrated

The Health Benefits of Staying Hydrated

Water in our bodies performs a number of extremely vital short and long-term functions – from maintaining concentration levels to reducing the risk of cancer.

View our infographic and guide, which outlines some of the key health benefits of drinking water, along with some tips on staying hydrated.

How To Clean An Espresso Machine

How To Clean An Espresso Machine

Espresso machines are complicated bits of kit and cleaning them properly can be a bit of an involved process. So, to help out, we’ve created the following infographic to help you clean the group heads and steam wand properly. Follow these simple steps and your…

The Truth About What’s Really in the UK’s Water Supply

The Truth About What’s Really in the UK’s Water Supply

The UK’s municipal water supply is among the best in the world, yet drinking water quality varies greatly by region and impurities can enter your supply even from the individual pipes leading to your home.

We examine what’s really in the tap water we drink every day.

The Anatomy of The Perfect Coffee

The Anatomy of The Perfect Coffee

Coffee making is often described as an art form but to make the perfect cuppa you also need to understand some of the science involved.

View our infographic and guide, which outline some of the most important scientific explanations behind coffee making.

What is the Best Water for Brewing Coffee or Espresso?

What is the Best Water for Brewing Coffee or Espresso?

Besides the coffee beans you choose to brew with, water is the most important element that goes into any cup of coffee – but what makes a truly beautiful tasting coffee?

Read our in depth article to find out.