Getting a drink of water in rural Kenya might mean a six-mile walk to a well. But a new kit for a DIY water filter makes it possible to cheaply purify polluted water from nearby sources instead. Most ...

Tap water isn’t safe to drink in certain areas of the US. But bad water quality is a problem that transcends nations. For example, a recent audit discovered that the Australian water supply is tainted ...

How to make a diy faucet filter for your sink Learn how to create an effective water filter for your sink using simple materials. We used activated charcoal, fine sand, and gravel layers in a pvc pipe ...

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

Pitcher filters aren’t the best way to clean your tap water. But they’re a good start. They can strip out unappetizing flavors and funk, and filter common contaminants from your drinking water.

This story was originally featured on Outdoor Life. One of the top survival priorities in an emergency is to find and disinfect enough drinking water to supply your needs. Whether your crisis ...