{"product_id":"waimana-waiora-essence-i-whole-house-mains-filter","title":"Waimana Waiora Essence I Whole House Mains Filter - Single Stage, 10 Inch Jumbo, Chlorine 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 I filters it out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a single-stage whole house system built for New Zealand homes on town water. A 5 micron carbon block removes chlorine taste and odour from every tap in the house — drinking water, cooking, coffee, ice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 10 inch jumbo housing arrives 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\u003e1-stage filtration\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFilter: 5 micron carbon block\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHousing: 10 inch × 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 Waiora Essence I\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRemoves chlorine taste and smell from town water at every tap\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSimple single-stage setup — one housing, one cartridge, one job to do\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\u003cp\u003eThe 5 micron carbon block reduces chlorine, chemical tastes, and odours from your mains supply. Most customers notice the difference in their drinking water, tea, and coffee straight away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're also dealing with sediment, rust flakes, or grit from older supply lines, the Waiora Essence II adds a sediment pre-filter upstream of the carbon block and protects the carbon stage from loading up prematurely. Get in touch if you're unsure which system suits your supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStages\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHousing size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 inch × 4.5 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCartridge size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 inch × 4.5 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFilter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 micron carbon block\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25mm BSP\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCartridge life\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6–12 months\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBracket\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePowder-coated steel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\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\u003e10 inch jumbo housing (pre-mounted)\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\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Waiora Essence I right for my home?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's designed for New Zealand homes on town (mains) water where chlorine taste and odour is the main concern. If you're also dealing with sediment or rust from older pipes, the Waiora Essence II — which adds a sediment pre-filter — is the better choice. For rainwater or bore water, get in touch and we'll point you in the right direction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's the difference between the Essence I and Essence II?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Essence II adds a 1 micron polyspun sediment filter as a first stage, upstream of the carbon block. If your mains supply has visible sediment, rust flakes, or grit, the two-stage system protects the carbon block and extends its service life. If your water is clean and your only concern is taste and odour, the Essence I is sufficient.\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 I arrives fully assembled, uses standard 25mm BSP fittings, and mounts with the included hardware. If you're confident with household plumbing, the installation 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 cartridge?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery 6–12 months, depending on your water quality and usage. A return of chlorine taste or odour is the clearest signal it's time to replace — even if flow rate is still good.\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\u003eWill it affect my water pressure?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 10 inch jumbo housing is designed to maintain good flow. Keep the cartridge 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":"Default Title","offer_id":45564839591980,"sku":"Essence I","price":135.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/5966\/6732\/files\/2_WaioraIandcarbonblack.png?v=1779403700","url":"https:\/\/www.filtrationstation.co.nz\/products\/waimana-waiora-essence-i-whole-house-mains-filter","provider":"Filtration Station NZ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}