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If you've ever noticed rusty orange or blue/green stains in your sinks, tubs or toilets, or an unpleasant smell in your water, you are among the many afflicted with problem water. Find out what causes problem water and how to fix it.There are many other elements and characteristics which can cause water problems. If you have a question about a specific topic, browse the categories in our FAQ or e-mail inquiry@h2odoctors.com.
FAQ 
Problem Water Hydrogen Sulfide
Problem Water Hydrogen Sulfide
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Hydrogen sulfide (also commonly referred to as Sulfur), although not a cause of staining, gives water an obnoxious, "rotten egg" odor that can make it unbearable to drink, cook with or even bathe in. Because it is a weak acid, hydrogen sulfide can also promote corrosion. And its presence in the air causes silver to tarnish in seconds. High concentrations are flammable and can be poisonous. Traditionally, hydrogen sulfide was removed by first converting it into elemental sulfur, a yellowish powder that could be removed with filters. The process works similarly to that which was used to filter iron from water. First, aeration or chlorination oxidized the contaminant. The oxygen or chlorine reacted with the hydrogen sulfide to produce sulfur, which was then removed with an automatic backwashing filter. Newer technologies utilize specialized sulfur removal media in a single, complete system to eliminate hydrogen sulfide in one step. Kinetico’s Sulfur Guard systems, for example, use proprietary technology to take care of hydrogen sulfide problems without requiring multiple stages of expensive, cumbersome, high-maintenance equipment. |
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