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How To Extract Water From an Aquifer

How To Extract Water From an Aquifer

General
Aquifers are essential to our survival. They store ground water and enable life to flourish in regions that would be otherwise virtually uninhabitable. Humans have become very good at exploiting natural resources such as aquifers, but this very fact makes them vulnerable. Our ever-increasing water demands mean that some aquifers are being depleted more rapidly than they can be replenished, which means the water supply is coming under threat. For exploitation of an aquifer to be sustainable it is necessary for its water content to be replenished at least as quickly as it is extracted. Water is normally drawn from aquifers using wells, although if an aquifer outcrops at the Earth’s surface then drilling a well may not be necessary as groundwater can seep from it naturally. Where this ...
Low-cost Water Filtering System – Faucet Water Filters

Low-cost Water Filtering System – Faucet Water Filters

Health
Faucet water filters can really improve the quality of drinking water by removing unpleasant odors and tastes. Although often overlooked in favor of the higher end sink water filters and whole house water filters, faucet water filters are a great choice for some households. What are Faucet Water Filters Faucet water filters are attached to the water faucet in place of the aerator. They consist of a cylinder that contains the filter as well as a knob that turns the filter on and off. Some faucet water filters do not have a knob, but rather the cartridge tank itself moves up and down to the filter on and off. The purpose of being able to turn off faucet water filters is so that filtered water can be used for drinking, but non-filtered water is used for other tasks, such as washing ...
When Do You Need a Thermostatic Valve

When Do You Need a Thermostatic Valve

General
Not many people know a lot about a thermostatic valve, except that it is one of those things other people say a house should never be without. If you have just recently moved into your new home for the first time, you are probably wondering when you should get a thermostatic valve. The answer is right away! Basically, a thermostatic valve is an apparatus which helps to regulate the level of temperature of the water in your home. It keeps water from getting too hot or too cold in many ways. You can assign the desired temperature of water in the thermostatic valve so every time you open the faucet or other water outputs you enjoy the water in the temperature that you like. There are a few examples of daily and highly important occasions when you will find that owning a thermostatic valve is ...
Water sports Holidays in Jersey and Guernsey, Channel Islands

Water sports Holidays in Jersey and Guernsey, Channel Islands

Sports
The Channel Islands of Jersey, Guernsey, Alderney, Sark and Herm, are conveniently located close to both the UK and mainland France. A wide variety of both on-land and water sports are popular with holiday-makers and locals alike. Guernsey, in particular, has produced several outstanding sportsmen and women, including tennis star Heather Watson, triple FIA World Touring Car Champion, Andy Priaulx and Bowls stars, Alison and Ian Merrien. Travel To Jersey and Guernsey The larger Channel Islands of Jersey and Guernsey are easily accessible, by air or by sea, with multiple links to both UK and Europe. For those wishing to bring their own car, ferry routes into the islands are available from Grainville, Dilette and St. Malo in France, as well as, from Portsmouth, Weymouth and Poole...
How to choose your first fishing rod

How to choose your first fishing rod

General
If you’ve recently taken up angling and you have little to no idea when it comes to choosing the right equipment for your endeavors, this post is for you. We made a list of some types of fishing rods you may have to consider. Do keep in mind that the reel has to match the rod you’re using and that the whole ensemble needs to match the water conditions and the species of fish you are interested in catching. Without further ado, we invite you to check out our tips on selecting the perfect pole. Reading more about these rods can help you make an informed decision. One-piece or more? One of the main aspects that you will have to take into account when you’re in the market for a new rod is portability. Think of it this way. Just as there are literally thousands of fishing rod models availa...
Why You Need A Water Filter At Home

Why You Need A Water Filter At Home

Home & Garden, Lifestyle
The question may sound contradictory to many as still there are people who believe tap water is good enough. Well, not exactly. Studies have shown there are many additives in water that comes through the main water system. Some like chlorine or fluorine are added by water companies with the best of intentions. Studies say such additives have downside too like chlorine is linked to some health problems and the same is revealed for fluorine. Even chlorine makes an unpleasant taste in water. Apart from such deliberately added substances there are many chemicals, effluent materials and heavy metals including uranium in the water which find their way into the domestic water supply. Some of these are only present in small quantities, but sometimes a small quantity of them is more than ...