Talking about Water Filters & Softeners

Gail talks to us about a few of the different filters and softeners available for espresso machines, as well as discussing how a softener differs from a filter.

Category:

Howto & Style

Tags:

• jura
• saeco
• water filter
• water softener
• water hardness
• coffee brew tips

[simonmccenright1]

Hi, I bought the resin filter and I have a Rancillio Silvia. Is My machine suppose to struggle when the filter is attach to the intake hose ??? Thank you very much for your time

[SeattleCoffeeGear]

@simonmccenright1 No, it shouldn't; did you ensure that the bottom of the filter is floating free? As long as you saturated it to begin with and the bottom has free access, it should work fine - Kat

[christiandrumr80]

Hi Gail and Kat, we have a Saeco Incanto Deluxe and have a question about descaling and the water filter. It came with the Aqua Prima water filter. The machine has a setting for water filter (yes / no). If the Aqua Prima does not take the place of descaling, should I set this option to NO water filter? Thanks!

[SeattleCoffeeGear]

@christiandrumr80 You should still set it to a filter, but it will prompt you to replace the filter and to descale, I believe. - Kat

[Myrandomreviews1]

HI Kat

I have one of the Softeners that has the Chaocoal filters in it, My question is because the bottom of my espresso mashine tank isn't flat and the suction cup won't stick, will it hurt the filter if placed on its side or will it affect the function.

[SeattleCoffeeGear]

@Myrandomreviews1 I don't believe so, but can't confirm 100% - Kat

[SeattleCoffeeGear]

@alphaatube We did do a similar test using the Cirqua and two different tap waters -- you could definitely taste a difference in the coffee flavor. We did them as a press pot, however. You should check out that video! - Kat

[alphaatube]

Hey Gail & Cat, have you two fought about doing a blind tasting of two identical shots but one with tap water and one with filter water?

[SeattleCoffeeGear]

@deekboutique Not sure -- we haven't tested anything like this...I'll look around to see if there is anything on the market that we could test, etc. - Kat

[deekboutique]

is there a recommended filter (not softener) specifically that will work for the silvia? i know there's that water softener accessory but is there a filter system that'll fit inside the silvia tank?