Materials
Both of our water filters feature a glass carafe with a stainless-steel hopper and refillable filter cartridge in stainless steel.
While the Purifier comes with a sleek glass handle, the Purifier Large features a sturdy handle made from certified, recycled Ocean Bound Plastic and is attached to the glass pitcher with stainless steel strapping. The ergonomic design comfortably supports the weight of the larger water volume.
At Aarke, we always consider the sustainability, quality and engineering aspects when we source a material. For ergonomic reasons, plastic was the best choice for the handle. We decided to use certified Ocean Bound Plastic, made from recycled plastic, which was at risk of ending up in the ocean – collected close to coastlines, rivers and waterways, or from used fishing gear.
Compared to majority of other water filter pitcher brands - both Aarke Purifiers are perfectly dishwasher safe at 140°F (60°C).
Please note: the refillable filter cartridge should be emptied of filter granules before putting it in the dishwasher.
What sets Aarke water filter pitchers apart from other brands?
Similar to the biggest players on the market, our filter technology uses filter granules – a combination of activated carbon and ion exchange resin to reduce heavy metals, chlorine and limescale.
But we offer this technology using a non-plastic refillable water filter cartridge in stainless steel, instead of the single-use plastic filter cartridges of other brands (which are disposed of after each use). With the Aarke ReFilter System, you only need to change the filter granules, which are refilled into the reusable stainless-steel cartridge every 8 weeks.
This reduces waste, making our solution more sustainable. It is also more hygienic. Thanks to the stainless-steel housing, you can even boil our refillable water filter cartridge with the granules inside, effectively preventing bacteria buildup.
When it comes to other materials – we opt for a healthier and more durable alternative to the plastic carafes used by most other brands. Our water filter pitchers are made of glass and stainless steel, designed to make your water cleaner and better tasting for years to come, and they are 100% dishwasher safe.