{"product_id":"waimana-waiora-essence-plus-i-whole-house-mains-filter","title":"Waimana Waiora Essence Plus I Whole House Mains Filter - Single Stage, 20 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 Plus I filters it out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a single-stage whole house system built for larger 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. The 20 inch jumbo housing delivers higher flow capacity and longer cartridge life than the 10 inch equivalent, making it the right choice for larger homes and higher-demand supplies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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: 20 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 Plus 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\u003e20 inch jumbo housing delivers higher flow and longer cartridge life than a 10 inch system\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSimple single-stage setup — one housing, one cartridge, one job to do\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. The 20 inch format provides more carbon contact time and greater dirt-holding capacity, extending cartridge life compared to a 10 inch system under the same conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're also dealing with sediment, rust flakes, or grit from older supply lines, the Waiora Essence Plus 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\u003e20 inch × 4.5 inch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCartridge size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 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\u003e20 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 Plus I right for my home?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's designed for larger New Zealand homes on town (mains) water where chlorine taste and odour is the main concern. If you have a smaller home or lighter usage, the Waiora Essence I with a 10 inch housing covers the same job in a more compact format. 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 Plus I and Essence Plus II?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Essence Plus II adds a 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 Plus I is sufficient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's the difference between the Essence I and Essence Plus I?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth are single-stage carbon block systems. The Essence Plus I uses a 20 inch jumbo housing — higher flow capacity and longer cartridge life between changes. It's the better choice for larger households with higher water demand.\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 Plus 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. The 20 inch format typically extends cartridge life compared to a 10 inch system under the same conditions.\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 20 inch jumbo housing is specifically designed for higher-flow applications. 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":45564841951276,"sku":"Essence Plus I","price":250.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/5966\/6732\/files\/9_WaioraPlusIcarbonblack_1.png?v=1779404001","url":"https:\/\/www.filtrationstation.co.nz\/products\/waimana-waiora-essence-plus-i-whole-house-mains-filter","provider":"Filtration Station NZ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}