Why do my sinks and fixtures turn yellow?

It’s most likely iron, one of the most common water treatment problems found in well water. Iron is found in 3 different forms:

• FERROUS IRON (dissolved) – Although not visible, this is the most common type of iron. Later, when oxygen is mixed with ferrous iron, it stains sinks, toilets and laundry, especially when bleach is added!
• FERRIC IRON (suspended) – Also known as brown water iron, this mineral oxidizes and forms particles. Normally those particles can be seen in a glass of water once settled down. Sometimes, however, they are too small to be seen and very difficult to remove.
• IRON BACTERIA – This is a general term given to iron that can leave a slimy growth or build up in toilet tanks and sometimes clogs filters, softeners and pipes. These bacteria are not harmful, but are considered a nuisance because they are so difficult to remove.
  Ask us about our iron filtration systems to remove yellowing from your water.