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Can My Shower Arm Support the Weight of the Shower Head Filter?

We understand that you may be concerned about the weight of your new HammerHead Showers Filter. Our heavy-duty filter, weighing in at 2 lbs, is designed to be robust and effective, but rest assured—it’s completely safe for your shower arm. Most stand

Are Replacement Filters Universal?

No, replacement filters are not universal. The compatibility of a filter depends on both the filter cartridge and the filter housing you're using. Our HammerHead Showers filters are specifically designed to be compatible with HammerHead Showers filte

Do Shower Head Filters Affect Water Flow?

When you add any attachment between your shower arm and shower head, there's a possibility that it might slightly reduce water flow. However, thanks to the high-quality materials and the size of our HammerHead Showers filter cartridge, water pressure

Will the Shower Head Filter help filter out copper?

Yes, our shower filter uses KDF55 media, which is effective at reducing heavy metals, including copper, from your water.

Does this Showerhead filter remove iron oxide?

Yes, the KDF55 media targets and reduces iron oxide (rust) along with other heavy metals like iron.

What percentage of chlorine is removed by your filter?

Our filter can reduce up to 99% of chlorine, ensuring a safer and more pleasant shower experience.

How long does your filter remain effective?

The filter lasts approximately 6 months or 10,000 gallons, depending on water quality and usage.

Will the filter go bad if stored for a couple of years?

No, as long as the filter is stored in a cool, dry place, it will remain effective for a couple of years.

What percentage of the filter is made up of KDF55?

Our filter contains a proprietary blend of high-quality KDF55 and Calcium sulfite, with KDF55 making up the majority of the filtration media.

What other contaminants does the filter remove?

In addition to chlorine, the filter reduces heavy metals like lead, iron, and copper, as well as other impurities.

Can your filters work with well water to filter out calcium?

While our filters can be used with well water, they are primarily designed to remove chlorine and heavy metals, not calcium. For calcium filtration, consider a specialized water softener.

Do your shower head filters reduce heavy metals down to 1 micron?

Our filter is designed to reduce heavy metals using KDF55, but it does not filter down to 1 micron. For filtration at that level, you would need a different type of filter designed for more precise filtration.