The most effective way to treat well water contaminated with iron is by using a water filtration system. There are several types of water filtration systems available, such as iron filters, water softeners, and reverse osmosis systems, that can effectivel

Causes of Yellowing in Well Water

Yellowing in well water is a common issue. The main cause is heavy metal contamination, especially iron, in the well water.

In well water, iron ions exist in the form of Iron 2+ (Fe2+) or Iron II oxide and usually do not precipitate but remain suspended in the water. When exposed to air, the well water will turn yellow and have an unpleasant metallic odor.

Simple Ways to Treat Yellowing Well Water

Using Alum

Alum is one of the methods used to treat yellowing well water. Alum has the ability to clean and remove metal rust in water. It also helps settle and clarify the water.

The application method is as follows:

• The dosage of alum is calculated by the formula: Every 1g of alum treats 20 liters of water.
• Measure 1 scoop of water and dissolve the appropriate amount of alum equivalent to the volume of water to be treated.
• After the alum has dissolved, pour this solution into the container holding the water to be treated. Stir well and let it settle for 30 minutes.
• At this point, the metal sediment has settled at the bottom. You just need to apply mechanical filtration methods to remove the sediment, and then collect the water from the top.
• The well water source after treatment with alum can be used for household purposes. It is not recommended for cooking or direct consumption.

Building a Water Filtration Tank with a Rain Shower

Well water, after being pumped up from underground, needs to pass through a filtration tank to remove impurities and contaminants in the water. If the water source contains high levels of iron, an additional rain shower system should be installed.

The rain shower system's main function is to diffuse oxygen from the air into the water. As a result, metal ions such as iron, alum, and manganese will be oxidized and precipitated. These precipitates will then be retained on the surface of the filter material, especially sand.

Using Activated Carbon

Activated carbon is a water filtration material that can remove odors, absorb heavy metals, and harmful substances. Therefore, it can be used as a method to treat yellowing well water.

Using activated carbon to filter water is quite simple. You just need to use activated carbon combined with other filter materials like quartz sand, gravel, etc., to create a water filtration system.

Activated carbon helps keep the water clean and safe. This significantly contributes to ensuring the health and quality of the water source.

Using Iodine

Iodine is a disinfectant that effectively removes metal ions. Therefore, if well water is yellowing, you can consider using this method. The procedure is as follows:

• For every liter of water, add 10 drops of iodine.
• Then, stir well and wait for about 30 minutes for the iodine to take effect.
• After that, you can use this water source for household purposes.

Using Wood Ash

Wood ash is readily available, especially in rural and mountainous areas. Therefore, you can use this material to treat yellowing well water.

Add wood ash to the water and wait for about 20 minutes for the iron compounds to settle down at the bottom. Then, collect the water from the top for household use.

Advanced Technology for Treating Yellowing Well Water

Yellowing well water not only affects aesthetics but also has a negative impact on the lives and health of users. The simple methods shared above may only treat a portion of the contamination. The treated water may still contain some harmful components, thus not meeting safety standards. Therefore, advanced treatment methods using modern technology can be applied.

Using RO Water Purifiers

RO water purifiers are advanced, modern devices used to treat yellowing well water that are popular and widely used today.

These water purifiers have the ability to treat dirt, impurities, metal ions, bacteria in water optimally. Through the mechanism of reverse osmosis filtration with ultra-small filter membranes, the output water can achieve high purity.

However, for the water purifier to work effectively, the well water needs to be treated through a pre-filtration tank system before being introduced into the purifier. Otherwise, it can easily lead to blockages and system damage.

Water Treatment Systems

Applying a family well water treatment system is currently considered the optimal choice among the methods for treating yellowing well water.

This iron filtration system is installed based on careful research on the characteristics of the water source, usage capacity, etc. Therefore, it provides high and long-lasting efficiency.

The implementation steps are as follows:

• Check and maintain the well water system. If any issues are found, they should be repaired to ensure stable operation and improve water quality.
• Take samples, analyze the water to accurately determine the cause of water yellowing and other existing pollutants.
• Design and install a water treatment system with appropriate treatment methods, capacity, and suitable processes.
• Regularly maintain and service the system to ensure efficiency and water quality.

Above are the methods for treating yellowing well water. Hopefully, this has helped you understand more about this issue and choose the most suitable solution. If you have any further questions, feel free to contact us for advice from our experts.