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    Zuvo Water Purator Review (& Giveaway Ends 8/8)

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    ABOUT:

    Zuvo Water Filtration System uses a 5-Step Process to produce clean, healthy, and great tasting water.

    STEP 1:  OZONATION – The Zuvo Purator mixes ozone with incoming tap water to treat taste and odor contaminants and improve taste.  Ozone leaves no chemical residue.

    STEP 2:  ULTRAVIOLET LIGHT – The ozone saturated water is flooded with high-intensity UV light (the same way solar energy cleans water in the upper atmosphere.)

    STEP 3:  PHOTO-OXIDATION – The Zuvo Water Purator combines UV and ozone in a patented process, which releases powerful oxidizers to further treat the water.

    STEP 4:  FILTRATION WITH LEAD REMOVAL – Zuvo uses the same principle as spring water passing through fine particles in the earth to reduce chlorine taste and odor, lead, and tiny particulates.  It uses a Class 1 Particulate Reduction Filter.

    STEP 5:  POST-FILTRATION UV – The filtered water is again exposed to high-intensity UV light as it leaves the Zuvo Water Purator.

    MY THOUGHTS:

    The Zuvo Water Filtration System can either be installed to sit on your countertop or under the sink.  The countertop installation easily and quickly connects to most standard faucets, while the under-counter installation connects to a Zuvo Butler Faucet (sold separately).  I choose the Under-Counter installation as I wanted it out of sight and I already had a hole in my sink to install the Zuvo Butler Faucet.  I also couldn’t install in on my counter-top because my sink has the sprayer attached so there wouldn’t be a way to install the Zuvo onto it.

    Now in my house we do buy bottled water but it is mainly for guests or to take with us places.  We also keep a pitcher in our fridge with filtered water.  Now I am not a picky water drinker, but I will say our water is not the greatest and any help is better than none.  I also worry about all the contaminants in water and my kids drinking it.  I will admit though I can’t remember the last time I replaced my filter cartridge in my pitcher as I have been waiting for them to go on sale.  In the short run, I will say filters for a pitcher do seem cheaper than a Zuvo filter ($30 each and need to be replaced every 6 months) but after a year’s use you will only pay $0.06 per gallon while a pitcher filter goes up to $0.27 a gallon.

    When I first showed my husband the Zuvo Water Filtration System and Butler Faucet, he looked at me like I was crazy.  You see my husband is a computer programmer, not handyman although he can do basic stuff around the house.  In about an hour he had the Zuvo Water Filtration System installed and ready to go, I was amazed!  I looked at the instructions and they seemed pretty clear and easy, and apparently they were because my husband did it!  The part that took the longest was probably drilling thru our cabinets, as he had to get to an outlet to plug in the Zuvo.  Yes that is one thing to consider also is that you need an outlet nearby.  We were originally going to install this in our upstairs sink but we would have needed an electrician to run an outlet for us, so I had my husband put this on our basement sink since the install wouldn’t be so complicated.  I also want to add that the Zuvo Water Filtration System only uses electricity when it’s on, which is about 27 watts of power a day, which shouldn’t impact your electric bill.

    Okay so with a Zuvo Water Filtration System the initial cost is $299.  The filters cost $30 each and need to be replaced twice a year and the UV lamp lasts 7-10 years and then costs $80 to replace. You also don’t have to use filtered Zuvo water if you don’t water to, for example if you are just filling up a pot to boil water or cooking something.  I love that the Zuvo is going to save me money and still produce fresh tasting healthy water for my family!

    BUY IT: You can buy a Zuvo Water Filtration System at the Zuvo website or check the “Where to Buy” section.  You can even find Zuvo on Amazon.

    GIVEAWAY: (1) winner will receive a Zuvo Water Filtration System

    WIN IT:  Check out the Zuvo website and comment on anything you learned or liked!


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    12. Donna K says

      I learned that “The ozone saturated water is flooded with high-intensity UV light – the same as the solar energy that cleans water in the upper atmosphere.”

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    16. brian e. says

      Thanks for the giveaway…currently the Zuvo Water Purator is not rated for reduction of arsenic in drinking water.

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    18. redkathy says

      Zuvo water filtration is a 5 step process. Our water is so chlorinated you can smell it when you open the faucet. I hope I win this!

      Reply

    24. Henry Lum says

      I learned that Zuvo takes on the “becoming green” and saving the planet’s water resources “program.” I’m quickly entering this contest.

      Reply

    35. Angela Winesburg says

      I learned that it takes 47 million gallons of oil to make the water bottles, thanks for the chance!

      Reply

    39. Sarah L says

      How do I dispose of a burned out Zuvo UV lamp?
      As part of our company’s “green” practices, Zuvo sends a pre-paid shipping label with each replacement UV lamp sold. Simply send the old lamp back to us in the same box that the new one came in. Zuvo then disposes spent lamps according to state and federal statutes.

      Thanks for the contest.

      Reply

    40. Marc says

      I learned that bottled water is typically no safer or healthier than tap water. [That was somewhat surprising.]

      Reply

    41. kimbly says

      I learned that Zuvo treats non-pathogenic organisms, taste and odor contaminants, reduces aesthetic chlorine, lead, and tiny particulates.

      Reply

    42. Angela Cash says

      I learned that the Zuvo Water Purator replicates nature’s water-cleansing process, reducing contaminants while preserving your water’s natural and healthy mineral content.

      Reply

    55. Kristin says

      I like the information they provide…like this: It takes 47 million gallons of oil each year to produce all those plastic water bottles. The result? Over 1.5 million tons of plastic waste.

      Holy moly. That’s awful.

      Reply

    59. Betty C says

      The Zuvo Water Purator mixes ozone with incoming tap water to treat taste and odor contaminants and improve taste.

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    61. Jaque says

      I really like the fact that it reduces contaminants while preserving your water’s natural and healthy mineral content. 🙂 Thank you.

      Reply

    74. barbara wright says

      I learned that Zuvo is donating all profits from the sale of its line of stainless steel water bottles to Hippo Roller.

      Reply

    78. Tanya says

      I am following you on Twitter (but not in a stalker way or anything 😉

      Tanya Clapshaw
      spiderdevo8 AT hotmail DOT com

      Reply

    82. Tanya says

      I learned that installation is easy enough the homeowner can do it themselves, and that the Zuvo uses UV light to kill germs. (LOVE the fact they support clean water in Africa, too!)

      We are on well water, and it tastes odd to me. Even after having it checked for contaminants and getting the ‘all clear’, I am cautious about drinking it straight. I’d like to move my family from bottled water to clean tap water, so am very interested in this product.

      Thank you,
      Tanya Clapshaw
      spiderdevo8 AT hotmail DOT com

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    101. Bev says

      I learned the Zuvo Water Purator uses only two filters each year-and the company even helps to recycle them.

      Reply

    106. Sonya says

      I love that they donate all profits from the sale of their water bottles to Hippo Roller to help bring good water to rural villages!

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    113. Amanda Davis says

      This looks fantastic! I learned that while it can be used on hard water is it NOT recommended for well water. Good to know! Thanks for the chance to win!

      Reply

    118. Debra F says

      I learned that Zuvo uses filters that are recyclable, so it is much greener than using bottled water….and it only uses 2 filters a year.

      Reply

    128. Aisling says

      I learned that the Zuvo Water Purator is a water filter and not a water purifier which must be able to treat water of unknown microbiological quality to a very specific standard. (But the Zuvo sounds great to me!)

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    134. Hoa L. says

      Mandatory Entry:
      I learned and love that Zuvo’s patented Puration process uses nature’s own cleansing process right in your kitchen. It treats non-pathogenic organisms, taste and odor contaminants, reduces aesthetic chlorine, lead, and tiny particulates. Clean water!

      Reply

    154. Jill Myrick says

      One of my favorite features of the Zuvo Water Purator is that each filter last 500 gallons or six months. Whichever comes first.That to me is so much better than having to replace a filter monthly.
      Thank you so much for the giveaway.

      jweezie43[at]gmail[dot]com

      Reply

    169. John S. says

      I learned that ozonation is the also the process that the bottled water companies use on the water we buy in the market. Thanks for the chance.

      Reply

    176. lovelyritaann says

      I learned that it is better for your health, your wallet and the planet. This would save us so much money from refilling our current water filter system.

      Reply

    179. DANIELLE waldo says

      I learned that this is better than bottled water and better for the enviroment. I also learned that yes i can put this under the sink
      waitressdani (at) hotmail (dot) com

      Reply

    189. Rebeca says

      Wow… I have a faucet mount which I know does a lot for the environment but the impact of this is even greater… half as many filters (or a third- I’m bad at math lol) in landfills! Amazing!

      Reply

    213. trishden says

      I learned that Zuvo does NOT filter out flouride, which I find dismaying. It’s not a concern of mine as we have well water, but I think of the people with city water. I think they should rethink about filtering that out as more and more people are rejecting flouridation. Thanks for a great giveaway!

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    227. Eileen says

      I found one of the questions that I myself asked…does it add to your electric bill…answer: There should be little, if any, noticeable change in your electricity bill as a result of using the Zuvo Water Purator. The system uses electricity only when it is on.

      thanks much!

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    236. Dave says

      I learned that the Zuvo Purator uses a “broad spectrum” UV lamp. In addition to visible light, the Zuvo Purator UV lamp emits shortwave UV energy across a band of wavelengths from 160 nanometers to 260 nanometers (hence the term “broad spectrum”). These two key UV wavelengths are fundamental to the Zuvo performance. Now that’s a hi-tech water filter! Thank you for the amazing give-away.

      Reply

    249. Green Blogger says

      I visited the ZUVO site and was very impressed that it removes taste and odor contaminants. Our water sometimes tastes kinda funny straight from the faucet so this would be perfect for us 😉

      Reply

    262. Michele P. says

      I am building a home in Central America, and filtered water there is very important. This is an awesome water filter, I was amazed when I learned that it went through 5 steps in order to filter the water coming from the faucet. Plus, even with expensive start up costs and some maintenance (2x yearly filter replacement) and UV light replaced in several years, it still is cheaper than a water pitcher filter.

      Reply

    269. Jeanine Ertl says

      I didn’t know that the Zuvo could be installed on top or below the counter top. That’s great to have that kind of flexibility. Thanks!

      Reply

    281. Elena says

      I learned that the tubing used in the diverter assembly both BPA and Pthalate free and the device does not impart any known harmful chemicals into the water.

      Reply

    289. kelly wakefield says

      I learned that the smartly-designed Zuvo Water Purator™ fits in any kitchen… either above the counter or under the counter.

      Reply

    302. Carol G says

      I learned that I am a little confused about the hook-up–in one place it says it can be hooked up to any threaded faucet, in another only via a faucet that can be purchased through them.

      Reply

    331. Judith says

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    348. Donna B. says

      I learned

      Will the Zuvo Water Purator affect my electricity bill?
      No. There should be little, if any, noticeable change in your electricity bill as a result of using the Zuvo Water Purator. The system uses electricity only when it is on. For the few minutes a day that the Zuvo Purator is used, it draws just 27 watts of power. By way of comparison, most light bulbs in your home are 60 watts or higher and they are typically turned on for long periods of time when in use.

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    365. Terra Heck says

      I learned that the company does not recommend using the Zuvo Purator with any other water treatment systems.
      Thanks.
      partymix25(at)hotmail(dot)com

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    367. Janice Wright says

      I like the fact that you’re saving so much money by not buying water in individual bottles. It saves money & also is better for the earth by not having all those plastic bottles in a landfill.

      Reply

    381. tamatha says

      I love the idea of not contributing any more plastic bottles to our landfills not to mention saving money.

      Reply

    403. R Hicks says

      I learned that the uv is not harmful to your skin or eyes because it is absorbed by the water and materials

      ardy22 at earthlink dot net

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    412. valancia says

      I learned that the Zuvo water purator is not currently rated for reduction of arsenic.
      skyxsky27(at)gmail.com

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    421. Dluxe Dana says

      Our water taste awful! I love that the Zuvo is as healthy and as clean as you can get plus money saving and so safe! AND it’s coming soon to Brookstone which is our fav store so we’ll be on the look out for it!
      THX!

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    432. brittany says

      i love the fact that this can sit on the counter or go under it! It would be great for us. Right now i have to use the one on the fridge for everything and it take FOREVER to fill anything up!

      Reply

    438. sara says

      I’ve seen these in a few friends homes and they are so cool! the water tastes great and it doesn’t look like some huge purification thing. I really like that you can put it under the counter because i hate having “stuff” on my counters!

      Reply

    449. Mellissa C says

      I learned that Zuvo reduces contaminants while preserving your water’s natural and healthy mineral content.

      Reply

    450. Mike says

      I learned that ozone is converted to oxygen in the purification process making it safe to drink. Thanks! We could really use this.

      Reply

    475. Kim says

      I learned that the UV Light in the Zuvo Purator is rated for 10,000 cycles. Zuvo believes this represents a 7-10 year life-cycle.

      Reply

    485. Carol says

      I learned this: Will the UV lamp hurt my eyes or skin?
      No. Under normal use, the UV energy from the lamp is absorbed by water in the Zuvo Purator and by the materials of the treatment chamber. Always follow manufacturer’s instructions when replacing the UV lamp.

      Reply

    488. Sunshyn Vanderheiden says

      I really like that Zuvo Water Purator uses two filters each year and even helps recycle them. It takes 47 million gallons of oil each year to produce plastic water bottles.

      Reply

    496. Richard T. says

      I learned that the filters need to be changed at approximately the 500 gallon point, or 6 months,

      Reply

    501. Steph says

      I learned that the Zuvo Water Purator combines UV and ozone in a patented process known as photo-oxidation which releases powerful oxidizers to further treat the water.

      Reply

    513. Owen's Mom says

      I learned that Filters should be changed at approximately the 500 gallon point, or 6 months, whichever comes first.

      not too bad!

      Reply

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