Month: September 2018

For many homeowners, a water softener is nothing short of a blessing. Soft water is beneficial to both people and the home’s plumbing system, and is a fantastic investment for the homeowner who cares about their water quality.

At Kinetico, however, we’re here to tell you that residential needs are far from the only ones filled by water softeners. We have water softener systems for commercial buildings as well. Let’s look at some of the ways a water softening system can benefit a hotel, from the guests to the owners.

Owner Investment and Costs

Hotel owners and managers invest in water softeners for multiple reasons: Because they increase guest comfort, of course, but also because they help with the bottom line. Hard water creates issues in plumbing systems, particularly in large industrial systems like hotels that see lots of strain on a daily basis – water filled with minerals leads to fixture failures and issues with water heaters. Showers and faucets also require a lot more cleaning to keep them looking nice.

From a cost perspective, soft water is extremely beneficial for big plumbing operations like these. It reduces operating costs in numerous ways, from requiring less soap in laundry to keeping towels and linens soft and usable for longer periods of time.

Guest Laundry

Guests often pay a premium for hotel services, and they expect everything they receive to reflect this. This includes areas like laundry – guests don’t want towels that are stiff or dingy looking, but rather soft and fresh towels that feel like new. They also want fresh sheets to sleep on, and hotels need to be able to provide these services without breaking the bank. Soft water can save hotels nearly 50 percent on their detergent costs and get the same, or better, results than when using hard water.

Guest Comfort

Laundry isn’t the only guest-related area where water treatment makes a big improvement. Guests also bath or shower and shave using the water in their rooms and are really turned off when they notice hard water stains on plumbing fixtures or in shower stalls.

To learn more about how water softeners benefit hotels and other commercial buildings, or for information on any of our water filtration systems, speak to the staff at Kinetico today.

For those who struggle with staying properly hydrated, using powdered drinks mixed with water can be a viable alternative. By infusing a little bit of additional taste into water, some people are able to increase their water consumption and hydrate more effectively – but is this healthy?

At Kinetico, we’re here to help with all these water-related questions. We have high-quality drinking water purifiers available to provide you with all the clean, purified water you and your family could need. Let’s go over how powdered drinks like Crystal Light and others work, how they help with hydration, and whether they’re safe.

Powdered Drink Basics

For starters, in most cases the basic answer to the question above is yes – powdered drink add-ins are generally safe. They come in a variety of styles and flavors, from protein powders to drinks using herbs, vegetables or many other ingredients. They may contain beneficial vitamins and minerals as well, including vitamins C, B-2, B-5 and B-6.

Hydration Effects

In most cases, these powders will dissolve into water quickly. This means they’re mostly made up of water – so if you enjoy the flavor, you might be able to up your water intake fairly easily.

The World Health Organization states that the average man needs 3.7 liters of water per day, while the average woman needs 2.7 liters, but you’ll need more if you play sports or live an active lifestyle. For some, these powdered drinks can help you get the water necessary to be properly hydrated.

Preventing Other Intake

Another possible benefit of these powdered drink add-ons is the way they can limit your cravings for other drinks that might not be so beneficial. Rather than sodas or dairy-heavy lattes and coffee drinks, you can fill your craving for flavor with a powdered addition that helps you stay hydrated without adding those other negatives into your system.

Staying Safe

If you’re unsure of a given powdered drink or some of its ingredients, take some basic care. Speak to your doctor about your hydration concerns, and find out whether you’re close enough to proper levels that a few powdered drinks could help push you over the edge. There may be certain powders you should limit to one serving per day, especially if they contain sugar or caffeine in higher amounts.

To learn about any of our water purification systems and how they can help with hydration for you and your family, contact the pros at Kinetico today.