Shower filter without ProOne: what now?

Why is the ProOne ProMax line sold out?

The ProOne ProMax line has not been in stock for quite some time. Production and distribution of these specific shower filters have been discontinued, which means Alternatievemiddelen.nl can no longer receive new stock. This is because the ProOne brand has been taken over, and the new owner has stopped producing shower filters and has also stopped selling through European dealers. If you have bought or used a ProOne shower filter in the past, you run into the same challenges as with the ProOne water filters for drinking water.

What does a shower filter actually do?

A shower filter sits between the water pipe and your shower head (possibly with the hose in between, of course). The water flows through a filter cartridge that holds back impurities before it touches your skin and hair. Independent test reports generally show a chlorine reduction of 90 to 99 per cent, depending on the flow rate and the specific filter technology. Limescale (calcium and magnesium) is also partly bound, which lowers the water hardness locally. This does not mean the filter softens your tap water, but it can help to reduce limescale deposits on your shower head and pipes.

A shower filter does not solve bacteriological problems and is not a substitute for a drinking water filter. It is purely an aid to improve the water quality in the shower. Read more about how it works in general and where it is used in what does a shower filter do and when does it make sense?.

Switching to BOROUX

For some time now, Alternatievemiddelen.nl has supplied the BOROUX shower filter as the direct successor to the ProOne ProMax line. BOROUX uses the same filtration technology and builds on the knowledge gained with its gravity filter systems. Alternatievemiddelen.nl is the only BOROUX dealer in Europe, which ensures immediate availability and full warranty. The shower filter is easy to replace and fits the standard shower connections found in most households.

Technically, the switch is smooth. You can connect the BOROUX shower filter effortlessly to the mixer tap in the shower (followed by the hose) or directly between a connection from the wall or ceiling and the shower head (for example with a rain shower). The shower filter lasts three to six months on average, depending on your water hardness and shower use. Replacing it is simple: unscrew the shower filter and screw on the new one.

What should you look out for when buying?

Not every shower filter delivers the same results. Pay attention to the following points before you choose:

• Check the connection size. Most Dutch shower hoses have a standard size of 1/2 inch. Make sure the shower filter and the couplings fit this.
• Ask for the test reports. Honest suppliers share public measurement results from independent laboratories. Look for specific reduction figures for chlorine, lead and other contaminants.
• Take the flow rate into account. A filter that is too strong can noticeably lower the water pressure in the shower. Choose a cartridge that is matched to standard household showers.
• Plan the maintenance. Shower filters become saturated. Replacing a shower filter prevents impurities from being released into the water again.

In short. The ProOne ProMax line is sold out because production has been discontinued. The BOROUX shower filter is the direct successor with the same filtration technology and is supplied exclusively by Alternatievemiddelen.nl in Europe. A shower filter lowers chlorine and binds limescale, but does not solve bacterial problems. Choose based on public test reports, standard connection sizes and a clear maintenance schedule.

Are you also looking for a water filter for your drinking water and want to know which water filter best suits your situation? Then take a look at which water filter should you buy?.