Shower filters - limescale and legionella protection for skin, hair and wellness
Water filters for the shower with effective protection against limescale and legionella – for pure cleanliness and wellness in the shower. Alb shower filters reduce chlorine, heavy metals, pharmaceutical residues and microplastics and, depending on the cartridge, enrich the water with minerals.
The result: softer-feeling skin and visibly well-cared-for hair. One housing made of high-quality V4A stainless steel, three cartridges – the right solution for every need.
Alb shower filters
Decision guide
When is a shower filter the right choice?
The shower filter sits between the tap and the shower hose – no drilling, no tools, no alterations. Filtering takes place right before the shower head, so the water reaches your skin and hair already filtered. The stainless steel housing stays; only the cartridge is changed.
What is filtered?
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Hard water in the shower: what a shower filter does against limescale
Water hardness in Switzerland varies greatly from region to region – from soft (below 15 °fH) to hard (above 32 °fH). You can find out your own hardness level from your water supplier or with a test strip.
An Alb shower filter is not a water softener: the measured hardness level of your water remains unchanged. Instead, the Balance cartridge converts the limescale in the water into a less adhesive structure – it stays in the water but is less likely to stick. The noticeable effect: fewer limescale stains on the shower wall, tap and shower head – and therefore less cleaning.
Anyone who wants softer water throughout the whole house needs a central water softening system – the shower filter works precisely where limescale and chlorine come into contact with skin and hair: in the shower.
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How the filter cartridges work
Balance with five filter stages for a wellness shower
Coconut activated carbon binds chlorine and odors, a copper-zinc medium (KDF) reduces heavy metals such as lead and copper, and mineral beads release over 30 minerals and stabilize the pH value. A fine fleece retains particles and microplastics.
Shungit natural rock as a filter
The cartridge is filled with 100 % Shungit granules. The carbon-rich rock binds odors and turbidity and reduces microbes.
Nano membrane stops germs
Thousands of ultra-thin tubes, similar to bundled drinking straws, with pores around 700 times finer than a hair: 99.999 % of all bacteria, including legionella, remain in the membrane – without chemicals and without silver ions, certified to ASTM F838-15A.
Inline filter or shower head with filter?
Shower filters come in two designs: as an inline filter that sits between the tap and the shower hose, or as a shower head with an integrated filter. Alb relies on the inline system: the V4A stainless steel housing stays permanently fitted and only the cartridge is changed. This creates less waste than replacing complete filter shower heads – and you remain free to choose your shower head.
The standard ½-inch connection fits almost any conventional shower tap. It is fitted without tools in just a few minutes and can be removed again without leaving any trace – ideal for rented flats too: when you move, the filter simply moves with you.
Installation & use
Fitting the Alb shower filter takes just a few minutes – without any tools. The videos show you step by step how to fit the filter and change the cartridge.
1Installation
The shower filter is fitted directly between the shower tap and the shower hose – no drilling, no tools, no modifications. For concealed taps with less than 35 mm between the wall and the water outlet, we recommend the optional spacer.
2Cartridge change
All shower filter cartridges have a replacement interval of 6 months. The change is done without tools by unscrewing the housing – swap the cartridge, put the housing back on, done.
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You'll find all the details on installation, cartridge changes and replacement intervals in the Installation and use guide.
Replacement cartridges and running costs
You buy the stainless steel housing once – after that, you only change the cartridge every 6 months. The Balance cartridge costs CHF 21.90 (around CHF 3.70 per month), the Shungit cartridge CHF 23.90 (around CHF 4 per month) and the Nano cartridge CHF 59.90 (around CHF 10 per month) – with a capacity of around 5,000 litres.
Regular replacement is a matter of hygiene: a saturated filter medium not only filters less effectively, it can itself become a breeding ground for germs. With the 6-month interval, filter performance remains reliable.
Developed and manufactured in southern Germany
Alb Filter develops and manufactures in southern Germany. The housing is made of high-quality V4A stainless steel instead of plastic – corrosion-resistant and germ-resistant. 10-year warranty on the stainless steel housing. A one-time purchase: only the cartridge is a consumable. The filter cartridges are also Made in Germany.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Choice & benefits
Why should I filter my shower water at all?
A shower filter improves water quality by removing impurities such as chlorine, heavy metals, bacteria and other pollutants. This can prevent skin irritation and dry hair and make for a healthier shower overall.
Which shower filter should I choose?
Balance is the wellness filter: it reduces pollutants, enriches the water with minerals and neutralises the pH value. Shungit focuses on vitalisation and binding free radicals with 100% shungite rock. Nano is the certified germ barrier and removes up to 99.999% of bacteria, including legionella.
Can I use different cartridges in one filter housing?
Yes. The V4A stainless steel housing is compatible with all three shower filter cartridges. The cartridges differ in their filtering properties – choose the one that suits your water conditions and your goal (wellness, vitalisation or protection against germs).
Installation
Where is the filter housing fitted in the shower?
The shower filter is fitted directly between the shower tap and the shower hose. No drilling, no tools, no modifications needed.
How is the filter installed with concealed taps?
If there is less than 35 mm of space between the wall and the water outlet, we recommend the optional spacer. It creates the necessary clearance so that the shower filter fits neatly between the tap and the hose.
Can I use the Alb shower filter with non-pressurised water heaters?
The pressure builds up upstream of the cartridge. Pressure-resistant water heaters must withstand at least 4 bar. The filter is not intended for use on non-pressurised systems.
Does the shower filter reduce the water pressure?
The flow rate remains comfortable: Balance and Shungit deliver around 12 l/min, the Nano germ barrier around 11 l/min at normal water pressure.
Cartridges, care & technology
Does the shower filter change the water hardness?
No. A shower filter is not a water softener – the measurable hardness level (°dH) remains unchanged. However, the Balance cartridge converts limescale into a less adhesive structure, so that fewer residues build up on the shower wall, tap and shower head.
How do I know when the cartridge needs to be replaced?
All shower filter cartridges have a replacement interval of 6 months. The change is mainly for hygiene reasons, to prevent germ contamination.
How does changing the cartridge in the shower filter work?
The change is done without tools: unscrew the housing, remove the used cartridge, insert the new cartridge and screw the housing back on. Done in just a few simple steps.
How much water does a shower filter cartridge purify?
Guide values: Balance and Shungit approx. 5,000 litres or max. 6 months, Nano approx. 5,000–7,000 litres or max. 6 months. The actual capacity depends on the quality of the incoming water.
What is the maximum temperature for the filter cartridges?
Balance and Shungit: 5–45 °C. Nano: 5–65 °C.
What should I bear in mind if I don't use the filters for a longer period?
Remove the cartridge, store it in a cool, dry place and observe the 6-month intervals. Do not store cartridges in rice, in the fridge or in a sealed plastic bag.
How should used cartridges be disposed of?
Used cartridges belong in general waste, as pollutants have accumulated inside them.