How to Clean Water Filter Cartridge Safely

To clean a water filter cartridge, first confirm that the cartridge is designed for reuse, shut off and depressurize the system, then rinse or abrade it according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Cleanable ceramic and some pleated sediment cartridges can regain flow, but carbon blocks, spun-polypropylene depth filters, and reverse-osmosis membranes normally require replacement. Key facts […]