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Y Strainers Compared: DZR Brass vs Bronze vs 316 Stainless — and Which Ones Are WaterMarked

Buying GuideBen Norman

Y strainers protect PRVs, meters and pumps from scale and debris — but not every body material is WaterMarked for drinking water. Here's how to pick the right one.

Kohler floor standing tankless intelligent bidet toilet 42573A-W3

Kohler Tankless Bidet Toilet (42573A-W3): Set-Out, Power, Water Pressure and Backflow Before You Buy

Bidet ToiletBen Norman

Installing a tankless intelligent bidet toilet? The Kohler 42573A-W3 needs 80–500kPa mains pressure, a dedicated RCD-protected power point, a 95–110mm S-trap or 180mm P-trap set-out and a backflow check with your water authority. Here's the full pre-install checklist and how it compares with an in-tank smart suite.

Bluegum Whole House Water Filter: The Complete Guide

BluegumBen Norman

How the Bluegum Triple Stage Whole House Water Filter & Softener works, what it removes, how it's installed and maintained, plus answers to the questions we get asked most.