FAQ

Water and an ample food source can cause microbes to quickly multiply and grow on an unprotected surface. Microban antimicrobial technology provides an added level of cleanliness protection by working continuously between cleanings to fight the growth of bacteria that can adversely affect the performance of your pool or spa filter.

Microban® protection is infused into the media during the manufacturing process for 24/7 protection that lasts the useful lifetime of the filter. When microbes come in contact with the filter surface, Microban technology penetrates the cell wall of the microorganism and disrupts cell functions, disabling the microorganism’s ability to function, grow and reproduce.

No. Microban® antimicrobial technology is built into Reemay® Filtration Fabric during the manufacturing process to provide 24/7 protection for the useful lifetime of the filter.

Yes. Microban® protection is not a substitute for normal cleaning or water treatment chemicals. Microban technology provides an added level of cleanliness protection that helps fight the growth damaging bacteria on the filter.

The Microban® silver technology used in Reemay Filtration Fabrics has undergone extensive independent laboratory testing and has a long history of safe use. It is registered with the EPA for use in water contact applications.

No. Only filters made using Reemay® filtration fabrics and displaying a Reemay with Microban® label feature built-in Microban antimicrobial product protection.

The Microban antimicrobial technology used in Reemay Filters is a silver technology with a long history of safe use, and is approved by the EPA for use in filters with water contact.