Tap water is one of our most heavily regulated foodstuffs. Clean, great-tasting water is something we often take for granted when we have access to it at home via the tap. But what do we do if tap water smells off, or how do we store water safely at home in a water tank or PET bottle?

There are many different factors that can affect the quality of drinking water. It’s widely known that a film forms on the inside of containers holding stagnant water. This film is made up partly of microorganisms present in the drinking water, and partly of matter that can have entered the water when we filled up the tank. Over time, water quality will deteriorate depending on factors like hygiene, the quality of the drinking water, water movement, temperature, and sunlight. There are simply so many factors that can impact water quality. Using Biocool’s safe drinking water method, you can securely store drinking water for up to three months with two simple steps: 

1. Clean your water tank with the product Biocool Clean my water tank. Buildup slowly forms inside containers, even if you regularly change and top up with clean water. You might notice it as a smooth surface on the inside of the tank. When the product comes into contact with the buildup inside the container, a deep cleaning starts. After 12 hours, the cleaning is complete, and both dirt and microorganisms are flushed out of the system. You can now be sure you have a clean container to store your drinking water in, with no off-flavors or odors left inside the container.

 

2. Maintain the quality of your drinking water using this product Biocool Purify my drinking water. When the product comes into contact with water, it creates large amounts of oxygen, which maintains water quality. The oxygen in the water also makes the water taste fresh, just like the tap water we’re used to at home! When you add the product to your container, you can also be confident that you have clean water for three months that can be used for drinking, brushing your teeth, and cooking. 

Tip! Once the above process is complete, it’s time to store your drinking water. Place your water tanks in a spot that’s as cool and dark as possible, such as a basement, balcony, or closet. It also works well to fill PET bottles and put them in the freezer, but remember not to fill the bottles all the way to the top—there’s a risk they’ll crack when ice forms. 

What do I do with my water after three months? Water tastes best when it’s cold and oxygen-rich. For the best flavor, keep your water in the fridge before drinking it. But what should you do with your water after storing it for three months?

If you have access to clean tap drinking water, we recommend emptying the water tank, cleaning it, and refilling it with fresh tap water, then dosing it according to the instructions. If you don’t have access to fresh tap water to replace it, dose the water again according to the product packaging. This will keep the water safe to use.

If you don’t have access to water you know for sure is intended for drinking, always boil the water for at least 3 minutes. This will remove most microorganisms, but any heavy metals or radon will not be eliminated. Therefore, avoid drinking water that hasn’t been tested and verified as safe drinking water.