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Halloween is the time of year when things get scary. From ghosts to zombies and goblins, there are plenty of reasons to be frightened. However, there is one thing scarier than anything else: a good buy! It gets increasingly difficult to find a good buy in today’s world, but we have low, affordable prices for you and your family to enjoy. In honor of the Halloween celebration, here are a few great, low-cost holiday inspired products.

An orange flip-top lid, electronic filter change indicator and a soft grip handle makes the Brita Grand Water Pitcher Filter one of the most convenient water pitchers available. Unlike many water bottles on the market, this pitcher is BPA free and is reasonably priced at $62.

For fall allergy season and the approaching winter months, a humidifier can be the most important product to have in your home. The Orange Crane Cool Mist Humidifier is not only stylish, but will help relieve dry cough, sinus irritation, allergy congestion and dry skin. This ultrasonic humidifier will also ease symptoms of colds, coughs and the flu. This Crane cool mist humidifier boasts a 10 hour running time and is now available for a cost-effective price of under $50.

Wouldn’t it be cool to have a portable and reusable water bottle that can be rolled, folded and flattened? Wouldn’t it also be nice if this bottle featured an 18 oz. capacity made of BPA free material? The Vapur Reflex Orange Water Bottle features all of that and more. The best part? It’s available for the lowest price you’ll find on the market of under $6.

While you’re trick or treating this year, don’t forget to pick up the best treats of all: stylish water bottles, pitchers and humidifiers aimed at keeping you and your family in good health. At low, affordable prices, these buys are scary good!

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FiltersFast.com is proud to offer you another way to safely and effectively purify your water. SteriPEN offers the power of ultraviolet (UV) light to make water safe to drink. Extensive testing has proven this portable water purifier to be effective and safe, eliminating more than 99% of bacteria, viruses and protozoa that cause water-borne illness.  The method of Ultraviolet (UV) Light to purify water has been in use for hundreds of years and is currently used to purify drinking water in cities around the world.

In addition to being effective and safe, UV light does not alter the taste, pH or other properties of your drinking water. You can use SteriPEN products in a variety of situations, including but not limited to:

Travel: Water systems in many countries do not adequately purify drinking water to ensure safety. Contamination of water pipes and leaks are also common. SteriPEN utilizes ultraviolet light to eliminate the microbes that can harm you.

Hiking and Camping: Drawing water from nature when hiking and camping oftentimes is the only choice you have. However, even if a stream looks clean, it can still be contaminated with bacteria that can make you ill. This makes having a portable water purifier, such as SteriPEN, all the more important whenever you go outdoors.

Emergency Preparedness: When natural disasters strike, many people stockpile large quantities of bottled water. SteriPEN destroys bacteria, viruses and other contaminants in your drinking water with its UV light, by quickly and effectively, eliminating the need for bottled water.  Keeping SteriPEN portable products on hand will give you confidence and security that your family has access to safe drinking water.

All SteriPEN products have received the Water Quality Association’s Gold Seal for purifying water safely and effectively. See the complete listing of SteriPEN products we offer. Make sure your water is purified whether you’re on-the-go or dealing with an emergency. It is time to see water in a whole new light.

For many people the color pink is not just a color. For centuries, the color pink has been used to draw out subtle emotions such as kindness, unselfish love and consideration. It is the color typically used during Valentine’s Day and the “pink ribbon” has become a symbol for October’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month campaign. To celebrate this color, here are some of our own products that are pretty in pink.

The Crane Pink Drop Humidifier will keep your family feeling great during the fall and winter months. This humidifier features a smooth drop shape design with a flow rate of 2.3 gallon output per day. The Crane Ultrasonic Humidifier aids in the prevention of cold, cough, flu symptoms, sinus infection and more. This pink humidifier is whisper quiet and can run for 24 hours on the medium setting.

The Klean Kanteen Purple Prevention Prayer Flag is a 27 ounce special edition stainless steel water bottle. This Klean Kanteen bottles features a unique “prevention purple” prayer flag designed to raise awareness for preventing and finding a cure for breast cancer. The semi-wide mouth accommodates standard ice cubes and this water bottle will not retain any flavors or odors.

The Austin Air Baby Pink Allergy Machine is designed for newborns to help them breathe easier. This junior allergy machine helps reduce coughing, snoring, wheezing and sneezing. The reduction of particles in the air, such as pollen and dust help to improve the quality of the air in your nursery.

The KOR Delta Orchid Pink Water Bottle has a 16.9 ounce capacity and is easy to hold. This reusable water bottle features the KOR Perfect Spout, which has an unique design that is large enough to insert cubes, but small enough to minimize splashing. The spout is also sanitary, as it is unexposed and protected when not in use.

The Vapur Reflex Pink Water Bottle features a unique construction that allows it to stand upright when full and can be folded, rolled and flattened when empty. With a capacity of 18 ounces, this bottle is easier to carry than standard water bottles and is dishwasher safe.

During the month of October, let us take time to remember what Breast Cancer Awareness Month is all about. Show your support for this cause in any way you can.

They come in all colors, shapes and sizes. I’m not talking about people; I’m talking about man’s best friend: dogs. These friendly canines have managed to become a critical part of our society from helping guide the blind, helping police fight crime and simply being a pleasure to be around. It is because of this that there is a whole week dedicated to our four-legged friends. National Dog Week is an 84-year old tradition that is still going strong and uniting many dog lovers from around the country. In honor of this special occasion, let’s look at some dog-related products for your best friend.

Any dog owner will tell you that owning a dog can come with one potential hassle: ticks. These small arachnids carry infectious disease through saliva that causes detrimental health effects for you and your dog. The Sawyer Tick Removal Pliers with Magnifier helps you inspect your dog for ticks and remove them without squeezing the saliva from the tick into the skin. These pliers make it safe, fast and easy to remove ticks not only from your dog, but from humans as well.

The Dogit Design Fresh and Clear Pet Drinking Fountain has been a favorite for our customers for many years.  Not only does this pet drinking fountain provide filtered water for your dog, but also features a re-circulating water flow that provides a constant supply of fresh water. This fountain has a large, elevated surface area making it useful for dogs that are larger, older or suffering physical ailments. This fountain accepts the Dogit Design Fountain Filter Cartridges that are economically priced for under $10.

The WaterQuik Pet Water Fountain with Valve is another useful product for your dog. Attach this water filter to your garden hose or spigot and get filtered, clean drinking water for your pet. This pet water filter is effective in reducing chlorine, chemicals and pesticides. When purchasing this filter, don’t forget to pick up the correct filter replacement which will provide filtered water for your pet for up to six months.

Show your dog some love, after all they are family too. Give them the love and care they deserve.

September is Baby Safety Month, a time where we take a look at protecting our pride and joy. Now is also a good time to be aware of the dangers that could affect your newborn such as Blue Baby Syndrome. But what is Blue Baby Syndrome and how do you know if your child is at risk? Blue Baby Syndrome is a condition in which a baby is diagnosed with Cyanosis, which is characterized by having blue skin instead of the normal reddish color of the body. This is due to a lack of oxygen being received by the baby’s tissues, organs and cells. Typically, babies below six months are most likely to have this syndrome. Treatments vary from case to case so always seek medical advice before going with one solution over another. Another issue is drinking nitrite contaminated water. Infants below the age of 6 months who drink water contaminated with nitrite can become seriously ill, showing symptoms such as shortness of breath and blue baby syndrome. Test for Nitrite in your water with the Nitrite Test Strips which contain 50 test strips and gives a safe and precise water test measurement.

Raising a child takes knowledge and care to ensure the first years are healthy and happy. With that in mind, here are a few items that will help protect your bundle of joy.

To help your baby breathe easier, strongly consider this top of the line allergy machine. The Austin Air Baby’s Breath Allergy Machine helps to reduce wheezing, coughing, sneezing and snoring. To improve the air in your nursery, this allergy machine will reduce airborne particles such as pollen and dust. This junior allergy machine is available in blue and pink.

The Sprite Baby Shower filters 99% of free chlorine–which causes cracked and dry skin–leaving your child with soft, smooth skin. The Baby Shower features a small, easy-to-hold handle, enabling you to rinse shampoo and soap away from your baby’s eyes. Most importantly, it filters out the chemicals in your water that could be damaging to your child’s skin, eyes and hair. The Baby Shower uses an adapter to attach to your kitchen sink faucet, making it a perfect shower for your infant. The filter life for this product is 3 years or every 3,000 gallons.  After the filter has run its course, replace it with the Sprite HHC2 Hand-Held Replacement Cartridge.

The Vicks Starry Night Cool Moisture Humidifier produces cool and invisible moisture for medium-sized rooms. With this Vicks humidifier your newborn will experience easier breathing, which will result in a good night’s sleep. A distinctive feature of the Vicks humidifier is its independently controlled Starry Night Projector, which transforms an ordinary room into a starry night sky that will delight and mesmerize your infant.

The above products are all great recommendations for your children when it comes to keeping them safe. Take steps today to ensure a healthy and happy life for your baby.

Endless possibilities abound with 3M Command Products. With hooks, mounting strips, picture hangers and cord clips, these products can be used in a variety of different ways.

3M Command Products are a common organizational and decorating staple for many uses. Need to organize clutter? Buy 3M command Strips! Need help with holiday decorations? No problem. 3M Command Hooks are perfect! You can also use these products to hang clothes, keys and organize cords lying around the home. The uses for these nifty and inexpensive items are limitless. You can use these products in closets, offices, kitchens, kids’ rooms, dorm rooms and baths. Each package of command hooks also contains extra strips, so the hooks can easily be repositioned or reused.

According to Sharon Johnson, Sales Representative for 3M Construction and Home Improvement Marketing:

“Command is the perfect solution when traditional hooks cannot be used.  They leave no damage so there is no repair needed and have the strength to hold what is needed!”

The easy to remove adhesive strips eliminates the damage that nails and screws can do to your walls. They are used to hold inline water filters, as well as brooms, towels, rags and more on your walls without a scratch. These products stick to painted surfaces, varnished or stained wood, tile, glass, painted cinder block, metal, plaster and wallboard. 3M Command products are intended for mostly smooth services and should not be used in cars, on wallpaper or brick.

The curing period to use this product is one hour to allow time for the adhesive on the back to build strong enough adhesion to the surface before using the Command Hooks and the Command Strips. Paint should be completely cured before using these products. This will generally be a 1 week wait before use on freshly painted surfaces. Please refer to your paint can for manufacturers’ cure time. Applying adhesive products to freshly painted surfaces, before the recommended time allowance can cause damage to your wall or surface.  This should not be used in temperatures below 50 degrees.

Whether you are looking for large, medium or mini command hooks, we’ve got you covered. Be sure to check out the video below for more information on these adhesive hooks:

This time of year sees an increase in swimming pool usage, as many find ways to beat the summer heat. The increased use of pool and spas means paying closer attention to the quality of water that you are using. Pool and spa water is often vulnerable to environmental conditions and can require regular maintenance. During the month of August, Filtersfast.com is offering customers an additional 10% off of our already low price on any Filbur Pool and Spa filter. Filbur Manufacturing produces pool and spa filters that are number one in construction and quality. According to Joe Marcotte, National Sales Manager for Filbur:

 “Our filters are produced to exact OEM specifications because we are the industry’s leading OEM cartridge supplier. We maintain strict specifications on all replacement cartridges and grids. We use industry proven Reemay Media with the proven Microban Antimicrobial technology. This prevents harmful bacteria from growing on the cartridge. Less bacteria results in a reduction of foul odors, algae, black mold and other harmful contaminants which foul a cartridge.”

Filbur filters are easier to clean than any other filter in the marketplace. They also feature Filbur Freedom™ Antimicrobial Pool and Spa Filter Cartridges that prevents harmful bacteria from growing on the cartridge. The Antimicrobial Protection lasts as long as the cartridge filters.

For a complete list of Filbur products available on Filtersfast.com, visit our Filbur category page. Take advantage of this exciting offer today. Filbur pool and spa filters ensure better water quality in your pool and spa.

Why is this time of year typically called the Dog Days of Summer? This is a time between the months of July and August where the temperature is usually hotter than any other time of year. This year has certainly been no exception, so in an effort to help you beat the heat, here are 5 ways to stay cool.

1.)    Stay hydrated- This may be a no brainer for many, but the number of people who don’t stay properly hydrated is alarming. It is always best to drink water to stay hydrated, instead of sodas or any other drink. This heat makes it extremely important to have access to water wherever you are. This is why a reusable water bottle such as the Brita Bottle Water Purifier will be great to use. This Brita bottle gives you filtered water perfect for on-the-go use. You can also recycle the Brita filter that is inside this bottle.

2.)    Adjust your AC- During these hot summer months the air conditioner may be your best friend. Typically, you will want your air conditioning unit adjusted to a temperature of 72 degrees during the summer. You may also want a programmable thermostat. This will allow you to set home temperatures according to different factors and will save you money in the long run. We suggest the Honeywell FocusPro 6000 which is easy to use and features precise comfort control. This will also be a good time to conduct routine maintenance for your air conditioner so it doesn’t break down at an inopportune time.

3.)    Limit outdoor activity as much as possible- Sometimes one of the simplest ways to beat the heat is to limit any outdoor activity to early morning and evening hours when the temperatures are not at their peak.

4.)    Learn your body’s cooling spots- Did you know there are certain spots on your body that allow you to cool off quickly? Neck, wrists, top of your feet and inside of your ankles are great cooling spots for your body. Just put your ice pack (or whatever you use to cool off) on these areas and you will cool off in no time. Why does this work? Two words-pulse points. These are areas where you can feel your pulse because your blood vessels are close to the surface of your skin. Because they are close, you can also cool off your blood and body temperature by getting the area in contact with cool water.

5.)    Eat cool- There’s a reason why ice cream sales are higher in July than any other month. So what better and more delicious way is there to beat the heat than eating a frozen treat? Cool yourself from the inside out by eating ice cream, popsicles or any other frozen delight. You will feel a lot cooler afterwards.

What tips do you have to beat the heat this summer? Share your suggestions below.

We all need food to survive. According to NPR.org, Americans eat 1,996 pounds of food per year. That is equivalent to the weight of an elephant. July is National Culinary Arts Month, a month long celebration to promote awareness of cooks and their contributions to new culinary trends. Any cook will tell you that having great food quality is critical to any dish that you are preparing. Did you know that air and water has a big impact on the food we eat. How? For starters, water is used throughout the production of food. From the farm to processing to the kitchen table, water is a direct ingredient in many of our favorite dishes.

Hard water in particular can have a negative impact on food quality. How? Fruits and vegetables become extremely tough if cooked in hard water. This is due to the amount of calcium ions in the water influencing its textural properties. The taste of pasta can also be negatively affected by this. The Everpure Water Softening Cartridge softens your water by reducing minerals like calcium and magnesium, which are the culprits of hard water. This cartridge will also help improve the taste of your beverages, such as tea or coffee as well.

Sometimes, half the battle in food quality is keeping the food fresh. To do this, many of us resort to our refrigerator to keep meals safe to consume. But often, the refrigerator could be doing the opposite of what we want it to do. If your refrigerator air filter has not been replaced or is not working properly, your food will not stay fresh and will create unpleasant food odors in your fridge. How do you overcome this problem? The Frigidaire PureAir Ultra Refrigerator Air Filter eliminates foul odors from your refrigerator and freezer. This Frigidaire filter uses a combination of activated carbon, baking soda and zeolites, that will last up to 6 months and help food stay fresh.

Even if you are not a culinary artist, you still want to prepare meals that are pleasing to the palate for you and your family. The next time you notice a drop in your food quality, do not automatically blame your cooking. It could be a result of the water quality or even your refrigerator’s air filter.

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If you’re like many people, chances are your washer and dryer gets used frequently. You can make a case that these are among the most important appliances in your home. This is why maintenance is extremely important. Below are four easy ways to maintain your washing machine and dryer.

1.)    Don’t forget the water filter. How often do you stop to think about the filter that is inside your washing machine? A problem area for all washing machines is the need to clean the inlet valve screen for sediment buildup. As this screen gets contaminated, the cold water flow slows which adds extended time to the wash cycle and distorts the water temperature. In order to combat this problem, you will need a Washing Machine Sediment Filter for the sole intent of removing solid sediment prior to reaching the screen destination. The Inline Water Filters Washing Machine Water Filter can be used for all washing machines and traps 98% of solids. It is also composed of a 5 stage filtration process which ensures that sediment buildup will not be a problem for your washing machine. This filter can be used for both hot and cold water lines and works with temperatures up to 320 degrees Fahrenheit.

2.)    Clean the inside of your washing machine. Did you know that each time you run your washing machine, residue and other minerals will build up? Over time, this can cause damage and unpleasant odors. To prevent this, use the Summit Washer Magic Washing Machine Cleaner. This cleaner effectively cleans washing machines to reduce residue, detergent, mineral and odor build-up that bleach cannot. This comes in an easy to use 12 ounce formula that is compatible with both traditional top load and High Efficiency (HE) washing machines.

3.)    Change the lint filter. One of the most important things you can do to maintain your dryer is to change the lint filter before each load. Lint filters such as the Whirlpool/Kenmore Dryer Lint Filter Screen will trap the lint from your clothes and keep your dryer running efficiently and smoothly. Failure to change your lint filter can result in a longer time to dry your clothes and a higher energy bill. For a complete list of lint filters we carry, go to Filtersfast.com and type in Lint Filters in the search box.

4.)    Check all hoses and their connections to the machine and the faucet. If you see that a hose has a rip in it, change it immediately. This is a sign that the hose is about to burst. You should check these hoses monthly and tighten any loose fittings.

As with many household appliances, be sure to keep a regular maintenance schedule for your washing machine and dryer. Regular maintenance will keep this important commodity running smoothly and efficiently.