Frequently

Asked Questions (FAQs)

Pure and clean water is one of the basic necessities for an individual to lead a healthy life.
While most of us are quite aware of the importance of clean water and RO water purifier, what we
don’t realize is for every one liter of clean water that the RO is producing, it is also rejecting a
substantial amount of unclean water. This RO waste water is high in TDS (totally dissolved solids) and
inorganic salts, making it unsuitable for us to drink. But that doesn’t mean that this RO waste water
can’t be put to other uses. After all, every drop counts! Especially in our country, given the water
conditions we are living in. Read on to find out a few uses for your RO’s waste water.

1. Can we use RO waste water for bathing?
Due to high level of dissolved solids and salts, this reject water is not fit for either
drinking or bathing.

2. Is RO waste water good for plants?
Yes, it is safe to use RO waste water (upto 1000 TDS level) for domestic planting,
however if you have still concerns of the damage it may cause to your plants, you may
want to dilute it with tap water before using. There are few people in our society who
are using it for many years and can guide better based on their experience.

3. Can RO waste water be used for cooking?
No, using RO waste water for cooking will create health related problems due to high
levels of TDS. Not recommended for cooking.

4. Is it safe to clean fruits and vegetables with RO waste water?
Upto 1000 TDS levels, the water is safe to use for washing fruits and vegetables
however we recommend that final rinse should be given with tap water or RO clean
water. DO NOT soak fruits or vegetables in RO waste water.

5. Can RO waste water be used for washing utensils?
Easily, the left over food stains can be washed away with this waste water without
much effort due high levels of salts. After washing with soap also, you can use RO
waste water to wash your utensils. If you are concerned with salt deposits, you can
either give the final rinse with tap water or diluted waste water. Amrapali Green has
safe levels of TDS in waste water as well.

6. What are the other ways in which RO waste water can be used?
This water can be used to wash your car, mopping your floors is the best reuse of this
water, washing balconies and most of all those who cook frequently need to wash
hands and this water comes handy for those quick rinses.

7. Are there still other innovative ways to use this water?
Yes, even kitchen towels can be easily soaked and washed in the waste water, it helps
remove all the grease and stains easily. Outside kitchen, the waste water can be stored
in buckets and can be used for flushing the toilets or washing bathrooms.