British Berkefeld 7" Ultra Sterasyl Ceramic Gravity Filter Cartridge |4 Pack| Reduces Contaminants | Suitable for All Gravity Cans | Improves Taste & Odour | NSF Certified Candle Element

I purchased a British Berkefeld water filter system late last year and recently needed to replace the water filters. I chose the British Berkefeld Doulton Ultra Sterasyl filters as direct replacements as those were the ones the system came with originally. The new filters arrived beautifully packaged and well-protected, showcasing the care taken to ensure the ceramic filters remained intact during transit. Each filter comes in its own box, cushioned with bubble wrap, and includes a silicone washer and screw cap for easy installation. The quality of these filters is exceptional. They are heavy, well-made, and effectively filter out 99.99% of common contaminants, including PFAS, bacteria, chlorine, cysts, microplastics, heavy metals, pesticides, and pharmaceuticals. Although Doulton offers filters designed to remove fluoride, Essex and Suffolk Water do not add fluoride to the water in my area, so I haven't needed those yet. The truth is, you can't trust the quality of our water anymore. With reports of contaminants entering the water system and the poor state of our pipes and water treatment facilities, it's crucial to take matters into your own hands. As someone who drinks about 3-5 litres of water daily, I want to ensure my family's health is not compromised. The taste and quality of the filtered water are incomparable. Our tap water previously had a sweet taste and was sometimes murky. Now, we enjoy crystal clear water without any unpleasant aftertaste. At this price for 2 filters, it's excellent value for money, especially since they only need changing every six months. Plus, you can clean them with a brush or scotch pad to extend their lifespan. Installation is a breeze – just unscrew the old filters from the top container and replace them with the new ones. I have an 8.5L system, and I recommend passing at least 3 containers' worth of water through the filters before drinking, as the initial white powder from the ceramic can make the water slightly milky. I'm very happy with my purchase. Doulton is a reputable and trusted brand, and their British Berkefeld filter systems are exceptional. It's clear why they've been around for 200 years. Thank you for taking the time to read my review. I hope that you found it helpful and that it assists you in your decision-making. I try to be as honest and fair as possible, as those have always been the reviews that helped me the most.

After having completed the painfully slow running in period, just a few run throughs really, these now appear to actually be superior to the Berkey units which they were bought to replace. After some initial reservations I would now confidently recommend these filters to anyone considering swapping over.

I dont drink bottled water as I worry about plastic seeping into the water so use a berkefeld. These filters clear micro plastics as well as other unwanted things to give me water I feel safe to drink. The water filters through slowly so i have to keep an eye that the bottom tank doesn't get too low.The water tastes nice and I clean the filters after 3 months to recharge. Price wise, they dont work out more expensive than plastic jug filters ( plastic again).

Water tastes nice

If you have a Berkey water filter they fit perfectly in there and easy to use. It certainly takes out the chlorine in the water. A good purchase

Speedy delivery

Excellent as always

Brilliant product. Says it all!

I installed four of these filters in my Big Berkey 2.25 gallon unit and they work well. I have not tested tested the claims made of removal of contaminants but, I was pleased to see they were NSF certified. The taste of the water (subjective) is clean but flat. According to several forum posts: "taste and mouthfeel in water come largely from total dissolved solids (TDS), especially minerals like calcium, magnesium, sodium, and bicarbonate. When TDS is very low, and both chlorine and minerals are reduced, the remaining water can seem extremely clean but also characterless or flat." In short: I may reach out to the company and explain my situation and see what they recommend. Most say to add food‑grade mineral drops or a pinch of a balanced mineral salt to make it more palatable. Despite the flat taste, I am happy with the product and functionality and would highly recommended these as an alternative to the Berkey charcoal filters. Update: The British Berkfeld website FAQ states the following "Your water's mineral content will depend on where you live." It's likely that my local water provider is the root cause of my situation. We have frequent boil water advisories so I am not surprised to learn this.

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These are the handmade ones from the UK, ceramic with a carbon core. They fit perfectly in my Berkey gravity filter. Our rural water smells like bleach most of the time, but when it's filtered through these candles, it doesn't smell at all, and tastes so much better. Flow through time is good, especially since our water is low on particulates. The filters can be cleaned too, with a green abrasive kitchen pad ( no soap, use a new pad), if particulates slow down the flow. They're simple to install, just a rubber washer and a plastic wing nut. Each candle is rated for 13,000 gallons, so they last a LONG time! They are a great value for the money.

It’s disheartening to see that even well-regarded companies from reputable countries, like England, sometimes engage in misleading advertising by not clearly disclosing product size changes. I recently purchased filters advertised as "Made in England" that were initially double the size of the current version. Unfortunately, the size reduction isn’t mentioned anywhere, leaving customers unaware of the difference. It’s also concerning that there seems to be limited oversight on platforms like Amazon to ensure transparency. This has been quite disappointing. Look at the picture!

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