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The Doulton Christmas Water Filter Gift Guide

The Doulton Christmas Water Filter Gift Guide

by Terri Lowe in News

It may not initially sound like the most glamorous Christmas gift idea, but trust us when we say that the gift of filtered water can be one of the most thoughtful ways to share the love this festive season.

At Doulton, we have a range of different solutions to help bring the joy of filtered water to all walks of life. From your Grandad who refuses to drink anything but tea, through to your social media loving niece who prioritises perfectly preened hair – there’s something for everyone in our expert range, to suit any budget.

Filtered water for the fitness fanatic.

We all know that one person who loves working out. Whether they’re on a tight training schedule at the gym with a personal trainer, or they’re part of a local running club; prioritising your fitness is more than just a trend, it’s a way of life for many people. As people become more aware of their fitness goals and ways to enhance their exercise regime, they also become more aware of their diet. An obvious way to optimise this is through filtered water! A filtered water bottle can be their new gym buddy, whilst at home, the British Berkefeld systems are perfect to act as a visual reminder to keep the h2o flowing.

Filtered water for your grandparents.

We are often amazed at how generations consume water and their habits around hydration. If your grandparents are anything like ours around the office, then you may have noted that drinking actual water is never high on the agenda. Opting for tea, coffee and reaching for all other beverages before water, they may need a little more encouragement than most to drink some from time to time. That’s where the 1 litre British Berkefeld gravity system could be the perfect solution. it’s simple to use, requires no electricity or plumbing, and provides highly safe, clean drinking water in a compact system. As it’s smaller, it’s easier to move around and fill due to it being lightweight and it can be kept anywhere around the house, such as bedside tables and living rooms.

Filtered water for a family of four (or more!).

For families, making filtered water the heart of the home is the perfect gift. And there's no better way to do this than installing an under sink water filter system! Not only will the novelty of a separate water filter tap encourage them to use the new set-up, but the taste of the filtered water will also make them want to drink it more. Children’s tiny tastebuds can be a little more sensitive than adults when it comes to picking up different flavours, which is why many will only want drink water when cordial has been added. When the chlorine-y flavour is taken out by a filtered water system, the cordial can be safely stowed away!

Filtered water for the beauty conscious.

The Doulton Shower head with filter is the ideal way to give the gift of softer hair and more comfortable skin. Chlorine and sediment in your shower water can make skin feel slightly tight, and sometimes it has been known to flare skin conditions. Chlorine in water when washing your hair can also leave it feeling dull and lifeless. Therefore, making the simple switch to filtered water in your daily routine can make a significant difference! Compliment the gift by selecting some luxurious pampering items to really make the most of the new, enhanced rituals.

Filtered water for the new parents.

When you're parents of a newborn you often become hyper-vigilant around anything in the kitchen and home! Make sure that there is one less thing to worry about by gifting the proud parents in your life a filtered water system. You could choose the Doulton filtered water bottle, and make it part of a baby shower bundle, or you could invest something like the 6 litre British Berkefeld gravity system. As it requires no plumbing or electricity to run, it would be extremely useful on the bedside table – especially when it comes to those night feeds when parents need to maintain higher levels of hydration!

Filtered water for the explorers!

With so many people now ditching the hustle and bustle of city living and even choosing off-grid homes, there are plenty of ways that water can be incorporated into their lives. If you know anyone who has recently bought a narrowboat, then an under sink system would be ideal to help them to float along hassle free with freshly filtered water on tap. If you know someone who has a caravan or loves to go camping, the British Berkefeld systems are loved by many. Or, if you just know someone who likes a lovely walk on a Sunday morning to the local countryside or park, the filtered water bottle is more than suitable to pop in their backpack for the adventure!

Whoever you’re buying for this Christmas, the gift of filtered water can be tailored to suit their personal needs and priorities. For any more help or advice on choosing the best gift this festive season, please feel free to reach out to us directly via our contact page.

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