Thinking of alternative water systems


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graysoc Member	# Posted: 4 Feb 2010 00:07 Reply I'm thinking of building a small cabin downstream of my uncle's pond on an adjacent property. There is already a pipe I can attach to that will bring the pond water to the cabin site with some measure of pressure, but I don't know how much. First, I'm wondering if there is some sort of inline filtration or UV filter I can use that would make the water potable. If not, that isn't a big deal, as I can have a well dug and use hand pumps for drinking water. Second, how difficult would it be to run that water line into the cabin bathroom to give water to a shower and toilet? I have an image in my mind of how it could work, but who knows if it is realistic. I would like to heat the water for the shower using an outdoor woodstove, or maybe have two woodstoves, one indoor, one out and a valve directing the water between the two. That way in the winter I could both heat the water for the shower and heat the cabin, and in the summer I can just heat the water. Anyway, it is all in my head at this point. Maybe someday soon I can start making serious plans. I'm new to the site, but I love it. Thanks, Grayson
Cheebsco	# Posted: 24 May 2010 16:43 Reply If you're having an issue with potable water, i've been exploring the idea of using a Air-water purifier. These units produce clean pure water from air. I've been looking at the Atmos H2O. A small generator should be able to power it, so it may save time and money in the long run. Search it online to get more info on it. If you are interested in purifying your water, you could take some water samples to find out whats in your water. Alot of water treatment companies offer free analysis and solution options. (I work at one in Alberta, and if you live in western canada I may be able to help). You can turn the water from a Lagoon and make it potable, the only thing to keep in mind is the more junk there is in your water, the more expensive it is to treat. As some general information to your dilema a fellow may be able to get away with the use of some prefilters (25micron bag filters, or 20mic and 5 mic prefilter) storage tank, and chlorine (or ozone, or UV). This set up would be ideal for water to remove sediment, and kill bacteria. Remember, It is important to know what is in your water. Hope this helps Grayson