{"product_id":"water-softening-and-filtration-system","title":"Home Water Softening and Filtration System","description":"\u003cp\u003eWater quality directly impacts espresso machine longevity and shot quality. This complete under-sink water softening and filtration system protects your equipment from limescale buildup while removing chlorine, sediment, and off-flavors that interfere with extraction. Designed for hard water environments, it connects directly from your cold water line to your espresso machine's braided inlet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHomeland HCWS 10-micron granular activated carbon cartridge (Holiday House Distributing\/Omnipure co-op)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1,700-grain capacity or approximately 1,000 gallons service life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFilters taste, odor, chlorine, limescale, and particulates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in scale inhibitor and softener for hard water protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 GPM flow rate supports espresso machine demand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes all necessary fittings for under-sink installation to machine braided line\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater composition varies significantly by region. We recommend consulting local water testing or plumbing expertise before installation to ensure this system matches your specific hardness levels and pressure conditions. Every espresso machine requires some level of filtration to prevent particulate damage—this system addresses both filtration and the limescale issues common in hard water areas. Learn more through Clive's \u003cem\u003eWater 101\u003c\/em\u003e course at Coffee School or read our guide on how water affects extraction and machine health.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Holiday House Distributing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42041195888728,"sku":"SI7996","price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2425\/8607\/files\/Water-Softening-Filtration-System-KO-by-Clive-Coffee-1-2.jpg?v=1749179489","url":"https:\/\/clivecoffee.mom\/products\/water-softening-and-filtration-system","provider":"Clive Coffee","version":"1.0","type":"link"}