{"product_id":"10-mains-water-filter-system","title":"Waiora Essence II Whole House Mains Filter - 2 Stage, 10 Inch Jumbo, Chlorine \u0026 Taste Removal NZ","description":"\u003cp\u003eCity mains water is treated before it reaches your home — but the chlorine used in that process can leave your water tasting and smelling flat. The Waiora Essence II filters it out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a 2-stage whole house system built for New Zealand homes on town water. Stage one catches sediment — rust flakes, fine particles, and grit from older supply lines. Stage two uses a carbon block to remove chlorine taste and odour. Better-tasting water from every tap in the house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe twin 10 inch jumbo housings arrive pre-mounted on a powder-coated bracket, ready to go on the wall. Connection is standard 25mm BSP. Filter changes are DIY-friendly with the included housing spanner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey specs at a glance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2-stage filtration\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStage 1: 1 micron polyspun sediment filter\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStage 2: 5 micron carbon block filter\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHousing: 10 inch x 4.5 inch jumbo\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eConnection: 25mm BSP\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCartridge life: 6–12 months\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBracket: Powder-coated steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWarranty: 3 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Kiwi homeowners choose the Essence II\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRemoves the chlorine taste and smell from town water\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCatches rust and grit before they reach your dishwasher and washing machine\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompact footprint — fits in tight spaces under the house or in a utility cupboard\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSimple DIY filter changes — no special tools needed beyond the included spanner\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePre-mounted and ready to install\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow it works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eStage 1 — Sediment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1 micron polyspun filter traps fine particles, rust flakes, and grit coming through your mains supply line. This protects Stage 2 and your appliances from build-up over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eStage 2 — Carbon Block\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 5 micron carbon block reduces chlorine, chemical tastes, and odours. It's what makes the biggest difference to how your water tastes and smells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStages\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHousing size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 inch x 4.5 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCartridge size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 inch x 4.5 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStage 1 filter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 micron polyspun sediment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStage 2 filter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 micron carbon block\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25mm BSP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCartridge life\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6–12 months\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBracket\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePowder-coated steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTwin 10 inch jumbo housings (pre-mounted)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1 micron polyspun sediment filter\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e5 micron carbon block filter\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHousing spanner\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMounting hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Essence II right for my home?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's designed for New Zealand homes on town (mains) water. If your main concern is chlorine taste, odour, or sediment from older pipes, it's a strong fit. For rainwater or bore water, a different system would suit better — get in touch and we'll point you in the right direction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need a plumber to install it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor most customers, yes — a licensed plumber is the safest path and protects your warranty on the plumbing side. That said, the Essence II arrives fully assembled, uses standard 25mm BSP fittings, and mounts with the included hardware. If you're confident with household plumbing, the installation itself is straightforward. If you're not sure, get in touch and we'll help you decide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow often do I replace the cartridges?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery 6–12 months, depending on your water quality and how much you use. Higher sediment loads will shorten cartridge life. The system comes with a housing spanner to keep changes quick and clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need bypass valves?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey're not included, but they're worth adding. Bypass valves let you isolate the filter during cartridge changes without shutting off water to the rest of the house. Ask us about adding a set when you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does Stage 1 do?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe polyspun filter catches fine sediment — rust flakes, grit, and particles from mains supply lines. It also protects Stage 2 from loading up too fast, which helps both stages last longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does Stage 2 do?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe carbon block reduces chlorine, chemical tastes, and odours. Most customers notice the difference in their drinking water, tea, and coffee straight away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it affect my water pressure?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 10 inch jumbo housings are designed to maintain good pressure. Keep cartridges replaced on schedule — a clogged cartridge is the most common cause of pressure drop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat warranty does it come with?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3 years.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Waimana Water","offers":[{"title":"Standard","offer_id":45380033413164,"sku":"Wairora Essence II","price":270.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/5966\/6732\/files\/5_Essence_II_black.png?v=1777239130","url":"https:\/\/www.filtrationstation.co.nz\/products\/10-mains-water-filter-system","provider":"Filtration Station NZ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}