Contents
Can I put Brita filters in recycling?
Water filters cannot be recycled as part of your recycling collection scheme nor at household waste recycling centres. However, if you use a BRITA branded water filter you can recycle the used filters at most Argos, Robert Dyas and Homebase stores where boxes are provided for the collection of used cartridges.
What do you do with expired Brita filters?
If your local tap water has been deemed as heavily contaminated, then you might want to steer clear from continuing to rely on an expired Brita filter. However, it is not a very dangerous thing. Most of the time, if your filter just expired, you can still drink from it with little consequence.
What can I do with used water filter cartridges?
The very simplest answer as to what to do with a water filter is to throw it away with the rest of the garbage. There are some manufacturers, like Samsung, who currently recommend you do just that. They maintain that the water filters are not harmful to the environment and can be safely disposed of this way.
How long do Brita filters last?
six months
Blue Brita Longlast+® Filters last up to six months (120 gallons) on average, three times longer than our Standard Filters.
How long can you leave water in a Brita filter?
The shelf life of an unused Brita® filter is indefinite as long as its pouch is intact and sealed. However, we do recommend pre-soaking older filters in water for 15 minutes before using.
How long does a Brita filter really last?
Blue Brita Longlast+® Filters last up to six months (120 gallons) on average, three times longer than our Standard Filters. If you purchased your Brita® pitcher or dispenser before 2019, your filter change indicator may not track Longlast+ Filter life.
Does water go bad in Brita?
While it’s true that properly stored water should never expire, even filtered water tastes bad after sitting long enough. The United States Department of Homeland Security recommends refreshing your emergency water supply every six months. After that, the water will remain safe to drink but may not taste as good.
How do you recycle a Brita water filter?
Allow your Brita products to dry out for three days. Collect at least 5 lbs to recycle. Place everything in a garbage liner or trash bag and pack it in a box. Print out your shipping label and mail the box. Are you a Canadian resident?
Where do Brita cartridges go to be recycled?
Today, a refined process ensures all parts of BRITA cartridges are properly reused or recycled. At the heart of our recycling scheme is our own regeneration system with an integrated wastewater facility at our headquarters in Taunusstein, Germany. Join our efforts to be kind to the planet: recycle your used cartridges!
How to recycle water bottles and filter cartridges?
Allow them to dry out for 3 days, toss them into a garbage bag and box it all up. To request a prepaid shipping label, sign into or join our My Brita® rewards program. It’s free! We’ll email your label. Print it, affix it to your box and drop it off at any UPS location.
What’s the best way to recycle water filters?
Most municipalities do allow water filter cartridges for household recycling. Brita has a comprehensive recycling scheme in place. Manually dry the used filters and remove any excess water, then let them dry for at least three days. Brita recommends that you collect at least five pounds of recyclable products before shipment.