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PURETEC PRESTIGE WHOLE-HOME MAINS WATER FILTRATION
Puretec FILTERWALL F6 Prestige Colours Installation Brisbane & Gold Coast
JR Gas & Water supplies and installs the Puretec FILTERWALL F6 Prestige Colours range across eligible Brisbane and Gold Coast properties for homeowners wanting high-flow whole-house mains-water filtration, ScaleProtect™ treatment and a more design-led exterior finish.
The Prestige F6 uses the same high-capacity filtration platform as Puretec's standard FILTERWALL F6: PX05MP2 sediment filtration, CB10MP2 carbon filtration and SCALEPROTECT-MP2 scale management, with a published whole-system flow rate of 55 L/min.
The difference is the cover finish. Puretec's Prestige range offers five custom colours—Open Skies, Lime Sherbet, Sweet Apricot, Cherry Blossom and Wisteria—for homes where the appearance of the external filtration system matters as much as its treatment configuration.
Quick answer: the Puretec FILTERWALL F6 Prestige Colours range is a 55 L/min, 3-stage whole-house mains-water filtration system for medium to large homes. It uses 20-inch PX05MP2, CB10MP2 and SCALEPROTECT-MP2 cartridges, targets chlorine, PFAS and sediment, and adds Puretec ScaleProtect™ to help reduce scale build-up. The standard F6 bypass is included, while the five Prestige finishes carry a separate 2-year finish warranty.
Puretec FILTERWALL F6 Prestige at a Glance
Nominal Flow
55 L/min
Filtration
3 Stages
Cartridge Size
20" × 4.5"
Scale Treatment
ScaleProtect™
CUSTOM PRESTIGE FINISHES
FILTERWALL F6 Prestige Colour Options
Puretec currently identifies five custom colours for the F5 and F6 Prestige range. These finishes change the exterior appearance while retaining the same F6 filtration hardware and treatment configuration.
Open Skies
Prestige custom finish
Lime Sherbet
Prestige custom finish
Sweet Apricot
Prestige custom finish
Cherry Blossom
Prestige custom finish
Wisteria
Prestige custom finish
Choose the live colour option above for current availability. Puretec specifies a separate 2-year finish warranty for these five custom colours.
What Is the Puretec FILTERWALL F6 Prestige Colours Range?
The FILTERWALL F6 is Puretec's larger 20-inch ScaleProtect™ FilterWall platform. It is installed on the incoming treated mains-water line so water passes through the filtration system before being distributed throughout the home.
That means connected kitchen taps, bathrooms, showers, baths, laundries and appliances can receive water treated by the same point-of-entry filtration system.
High-Flow Platform
The F6 is rated at 55 L/min and uses three 20-inch MaxiPlus™ cartridges, making it the larger ScaleProtect™ configuration in the FilterWall F Series.
Three Different Treatment Stages
Fine sediment filtration is followed by carbon treatment and then Puretec's dedicated ScaleProtect™ stage.
Designer Exterior Finish
The Prestige version adds five custom cover colours for properties where the filtration system remains visible after installation.
How the Puretec FILTERWALL F6 Works
1
PX05MP2
5-micron polyspun sediment filtration. The first stage reduces dirt, rust, sand, silt, algae and other suspended particulate before water reaches the carbon and scale-management cartridges.
2
CB10MP2
10-micron bonded carbon block. This cartridge provides the F6's carbon treatment for chlorine, unwanted taste and odour and forms part of Puretec's documented whole-home contaminant treatment pathway.
3
SCALEPROTECT-MP2
Puretec ScaleProtect™. The final 20-inch stage is designed to help reduce scale build-up affecting household plumbing, appliances and surfaces.
Current F6 service configuration: PX05MP2 → CB10MP2 → SCALEPROTECT-MP2. The genuine Puretec FR-F6 Premium Care Kit contains this complete cartridge set.
What Does the FILTERWALL F6 Prestige Range Target?
Sediment
PX05MP2 provides nominal 5-micron treatment for suspended dirt, rust, sand, silt and other particulate in the mains-water supply.
Chlorine, Taste & Odour
The CB10MP2 carbon block provides Puretec's documented chlorine and unwanted taste-and-odour treatment.
PFAS
Puretec's current exact F6 product pages identify PFAS among the treatment targets of the 3-stage FILTERWALL F6 platform.
Scale Build-Up
The SCALEPROTECT-MP2 cartridge provides the dedicated scale-management stage that separates F6 from the sediment-focused F5 configuration.
The F6 is not reverse osmosis, UV disinfection or conventional ion-exchange water softening. It should not be marketed as removing fluoride, dissolved salts, microbiological hazards or all hardness minerals unless separate treatment equipment is installed.
Who Is the FILTERWALL F6 Prestige Range Best For?
Medium to Large Homes
Puretec positions the F6's 55 L/min platform for medium to large households requiring greater simultaneous flow than the smaller 30 L/min F4 platform.
Homes Wanting Scale Management
The F6 combines whole-house sediment and carbon filtration with ScaleProtect™ rather than using the extra washable sediment stage found in the F5.
Design-Focused Installations
The Prestige range suits properties where the FilterWall will remain visible and the homeowner wants a custom exterior finish rather than a standard neutral colour.
Is the FILTERWALL F6 Prestige Range Right for Your Home?
Good Choice
- Property uses treated mains water
- Whole-home filtration is required
- 55 L/min nominal flow suits household demand
- Chlorine and sediment treatment are priorities
- PFAS treatment is part of the buying objective
- Scale management is important
- A custom architectural finish is preferred
Consider Another System
- A 30 L/min platform is sufficient
- Extra sediment pre-filtration matters more than scale treatment
- Property uses untreated rainwater or bore water
- UV disinfection is required
- Fluoride reduction is the main objective
- True hardness removal is required
- A standard neutral F6 finish is preferred
JR Should Check
- Incoming water-main position
- Peak household water demand
- Available mains pressure
- Local water hardness
- Available installation position
- Future cartridge-service clearance
- Selected Prestige colour availability
Puretec FILTERWALL F6 Prestige Specifications
| Specification | FILTERWALL F6 Prestige Colours |
|---|---|
| System Type | Freestanding 3-stage whole-house mains-water filtration system |
| Best Suited For | Scale, chlorine and sediment reduction |
| Stage 1 | PX05MP2 — 5-micron 20" MaxiPlus™ polyspun sediment cartridge |
| Stage 2 | CB10MP2 — 10-micron 20" MaxiPlus™ carbon block taste & odour cartridge |
| Stage 3 | SCALEPROTECT-MP2 — 20" MaxiPlus™ ScaleProtect cartridge |
| Published System Micron Rating | 5 micron nominal |
| Nominal Flow Rate | 55 L/min |
| Operating Pressure | 200–875 kPa |
| Pressure Limiting | Approved pressure-limiting device required where line pressure exceeds 500 kPa |
| Operating Temperature | 0–52°C; protect from freezing |
| Suitable Hardness Level | 80–140 mg/L |
| Published pH Range | 6.5–8.5 |
| Published Maximum Iron | 0.3 mg/L |
| Connection | ¾" BSP female inlet and outlet |
| Cartridge Size | MaxiPlus™ 4.5" × 20" |
| Bypass | Included |
| Dimensions | Approximately 916 W × 825 H × 227 D mm |
| Prestige Colours | Open Skies, Lime Sherbet, Sweet Apricot, Cherry Blossom and Wisteria |
| Maintenance Kit | FR-F6 |
| WaterMark | AS 3497 — Licence No. WM 74617 |
| Manufacturer System Warranty | 10 years — 1 year parts and labour plus 9 years parts only; cartridges excluded |
| Prestige Finish Warranty | 2 years for the five custom colours |
55 L/min is the complete-system specification. Use the system flow rather than individual cartridge ratings when assessing suitability for household demand.
How ScaleProtect™ Fits Into the F6
Puretec identifies the F6 as its FilterWall configuration best suited to scale, chlorine and sediment reduction. The manufacturer lists a suitable hardness level of approximately 80–140 mg/L for the F6 configuration.
The SCALEPROTECT-MP2 cartridge is the third stage after sediment and carbon filtration and is designed to help reduce scale build-up that can affect plumbing, appliances and visible surfaces.
ScaleProtect™ is not conventional water softening. Where measurable hardness removal or fully softened water is the objective, a dedicated ion-exchange softener should be assessed separately.
FILTERWALL F6 Prestige Size & Service Space
The current F5/F6 enclosure measures approximately 916 mm wide × 825 mm high × 227 mm deep.
The installation position also needs sufficient working space to remove the cover, operate the shut-off and bypass controls and remove the three large 20-inch filter bowls during routine servicing.
Do not position the system where landscaping, fences, storage or other permanent structures prevent future maintenance. Serviceability should be planned at the same time as appearance.
FILTERWALL F6 Prestige Installation Requirements
- Installation by a licensed plumber
- Treated mains-water supply only
- Cold-water line installation
- 200–875 kPa operating pressure
- Approved PLV where pressure exceeds 500 kPa
- Flat, level and well-supported installation position
- Adequate drainage where water spillage cannot cause damage
- Protection from freezing conditions
- Protection from excessive heat and harsh exposure
- Factory bypass kept accessible
- Clearance for 20-inch cartridge removal
- Commissioning and leak checks after installation
Puretec's current installation guide allows freestanding installation using the supplied mounting provisions and also describes alternative mounting approaches where appropriate to the property.
FILTERWALL F6 Bypass & Pressure Control
The standard F6 filtration assembly includes inlet and outlet isolation plus a bypass pathway.
This allows the filtration section to be isolated during cartridge servicing or certain system faults while retaining a water-supply pathway where interruption is not practical.
Water travelling through the bypass is unfiltered. Puretec specifies bypass use for system failure, repair or situations where supply cannot be interrupted rather than normal everyday operation.
What's Included With JR FILTERWALL F6 Prestige Installation?
System & Selected Finish
- Genuine Puretec FILTERWALL F6
- Selected Prestige custom cover finish
- PX05MP2 cartridge
- CB10MP2 cartridge
- SCALEPROTECT-MP2 cartridge
- Factory FilterWall filtration assembly
Installation & Commissioning
- Placement within the selected live package scope
- Applicable mains-water plumbing connections
- Pressure conditions assessed
- Isolation and bypass checked
- Accessible connections checked for leakage
- System flushed and commissioned
Possible Additional Work
- Concealed-main investigation
- Extended or relocated pipework
- Additional pressure-control equipment
- Concrete or support preparation
- Complex access or relocation
- Other non-standard plumbing changes
The live JR selector above is the installation source of truth. Current pricing, package allowances, installation scope, colour availability and appointment options depend on the live configuration selected.
How Much Does Puretec FILTERWALL F6 Prestige Installation Cost?
Use JR's live product selector above for current supplied-and-installed pricing.
The final installation scope depends on the position of the incoming water main, available pressure, the distance and route of any new pipework, mounting conditions and the amount of site preparation required.
The selected Prestige finish can also affect the current product configuration, so live pricing should remain the source of truth rather than embedding a fixed historical price into this description.
BRISBANE HIGH-FLOW MAINS FILTRATION
Puretec FILTERWALL F6 Prestige Installation Brisbane
JR Gas & Water supplies and installs the FILTERWALL F6 Prestige range across eligible Brisbane mains-water properties where the 55 L/min platform, ScaleProtect™ treatment and custom exterior finish suit the home.
For Brisbane installations, JR considers incoming water pressure, household peak flow, mains location, hardness conditions and the proposed exterior position before confirming the final installation pathway.
The Prestige range can be particularly suitable for newer homes and renovation projects where the FilterWall will remain visible and the owner wants the filtration system to complement the building rather than appear as exposed plumbing equipment.
GOLD COAST HIGH-FLOW MAINS FILTRATION
Puretec FILTERWALL F6 Prestige Installation Gold Coast
JR Gas & Water also supplies and installs the FILTERWALL F6 Prestige Colours range across eligible Gold Coast mains-water properties.
The F6 can suit higher-demand homes wanting whole-house chlorine, sediment and PFAS treatment together with Puretec's ScaleProtect™ stage, while the custom cover colours provide a more deliberate architectural finish.
Installation planning still needs to preserve service access and protect the equipment from unsuitable exposure, including locations subject to excessive heat, direct saltwater spray or conditions that prevent routine cartridge removal.
How Often Does the Puretec FILTERWALL F6 Prestige Colours Need Servicing?
Puretec specifies cartridge replacement every 6–12 months, depending on incoming water quality and household usage.
A decrease in household flow or the return of unwanted taste and odour can indicate that the cartridges require replacement earlier.
6–12 Month Cartridge Replacement
PX05MP2, CB10MP2 and SCALEPROTECT-MP2 are replaced as the matched F6 cartridge set during scheduled servicing.
O-Ring Maintenance
Puretec recommends checking O-ring condition and lubrication at servicing and replacing the housing O-rings approximately every 3–5 years.
2-Minute Post-Service Flush
After reassembly and leak checks, Puretec specifies flushing the serviced system through a downstream tap for approximately two minutes.
Puretec FR-F6 Premium Care Kit
The genuine Puretec FR-F6 Premium Care Kit is the matched servicing kit for FILTERWALL F6 systems, including Prestige-colour versions.
PX05MP2
5-micron polyspun sediment cartridge for Stage 1.
CB10MP2
10-micron carbon block cartridge for Stage 2 chlorine, taste and odour treatment.
SCALEPROTECT-MP2
20-inch ScaleProtect™ cartridge providing the F6's Stage 3 scale-management treatment.
The complete FR-F6 kit also includes servicing components. Puretec currently specifies genuine replacement cartridges, O-rings and food-grade lubricant in the complete care package.
What Happens During a FILTERWALL F6 Service?
- Isolate the incoming water supply to the filtration system.
- Open a downstream tap to relieve pressure.
- Remove the three 20-inch filter bowls carefully.
- Remove the used PX05MP2, CB10MP2 and SCALEPROTECT-MP2 cartridges.
- Clean and rinse the accessible filter bowls.
- Inspect the O-rings for condition and lubrication.
- Fit the genuine replacement cartridges in the correct stage order.
- Reassemble the filter bowls and restore the water supply.
- Check the housings and accessible plumbing for leakage.
- Flush the system through a downstream tap for approximately two minutes.
Routine servicing covers normal maintenance rather than unrelated repairs. Damaged valves, housings, seals, pipework or other installation faults may require additional parts or plumbing work.
FILTERWALL F6 Prestige vs Standard F6 vs F5
| Feature | F6 Prestige | Standard F6 | F5 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nominal Flow | 55 L/min | 55 L/min | 55 L/min |
| Cartridge Size | 20" × 4.5" | 20" × 4.5" | 20" × 4.5" |
| Stage 1 | PX05MP2 sediment | PX05MP2 sediment | PL20MP2 washable sediment |
| Stage 2 | CB10MP2 carbon | CB10MP2 carbon | PX05MP2 sediment |
| Stage 3 | ScaleProtect™ | ScaleProtect™ | CB10MP2 carbon |
| Bypass | Included | Included | Included |
| Exterior Finish | 5 custom Prestige colours | Neutral standard finishes | Neutral and separate Prestige options |
| Primary Difference | F6 treatment + custom colour finish | F6 treatment + standard finish | Extra sediment stage instead of ScaleProtect™ |
Prestige F6 and standard F6 use the same filtration configuration. Choose between them primarily on exterior finish and current package availability. Compare F5 when an additional sediment stage is preferred instead of ScaleProtect™.
Does the FILTERWALL F6 Prestige Soften Water?
No. The FILTERWALL F6 uses Puretec ScaleProtect™ technology to help manage scale build-up, but it is not a conventional salt-regenerated water softener.
If the objective is measurable hardness removal rather than scale management, JR should assess a dedicated water-softening system separately.
Puretec FILTERWALL F6 Prestige Warranty
Puretec currently specifies a 10-year manufacturer warranty for the FILTERWALL F6 system, structured as 1 year parts and labour followed by 9 years parts only, subject to its current warranty terms.
Replacement filter cartridges are consumable service items and are excluded from the 10-year system warranty.
For the five custom Prestige colours—Open Skies, Lime Sherbet, Sweet Apricot, Cherry Blossom and Wisteria—Puretec specifies a separate 2-year finish warranty.
JR Lifetime Warranty eligibility is separate from Puretec's manufacturer warranty. JR currently identifies this product as Lifetime Warranty eligible, with coverage subject to JR's current terms, installation scope and servicing requirements.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Puretec FILTERWALL F6 Prestige Colours Installation FAQs
What is the Puretec FILTERWALL F6 Prestige Colours range?
It is the custom-colour version of Puretec's 55 L/min F6 whole-house mains-water filtration system, using sediment, carbon and ScaleProtect™ treatment.
What Prestige colours are available?
Puretec currently lists Open Skies, Lime Sherbet, Sweet Apricot, Cherry Blossom and Wisteria.
Is the Prestige F6 technically different from the standard F6?
The filtration configuration, flow specification, cartridge set and primary technical platform are the same. The Prestige range adds the custom exterior finishes.
What is the FILTERWALL F6 flow rate?
Puretec publishes a nominal whole-system flow rate of 55 litres per minute.
What cartridges are inside the F6?
The current F6 sequence is PX05MP2, CB10MP2 and SCALEPROTECT-MP2.
What micron rating does the F6 use?
Puretec publishes the complete F6 system as nominally 5 micron. The Stage 1 PX05MP2 is 5 micron and the Stage 2 CB10MP2 is 10 micron, while ScaleProtect™ performs a different scale-management function.
Does the F6 reduce PFAS?
Yes. Puretec's current exact F6 product pages identify PFAS as one of the treatment targets of the system. This page does not add an unsupported percentage reduction figure.
Does the FILTERWALL F6 reduce chlorine?
Yes. Chlorine treatment is part of Puretec's documented F6 treatment configuration through the carbon stage.
Does the F6 improve taste and odour?
Yes. CB10MP2 is Puretec's carbon-block taste-and-odour treatment stage.
What does ScaleProtect™ do?
Puretec uses SCALEPROTECT-MP2 as a dedicated scale-prevention or scale-management stage designed to help reduce scale build-up affecting plumbing and appliances.
Is the FILTERWALL F6 a water softener?
No. It is not a conventional ion-exchange water softener and should not be represented as providing fully softened water.
What hardness range does Puretec list for the F6?
Puretec currently identifies a suitable hardness level of approximately 80–140 mg/L for the F6 configuration.
Does the F6 remove fluoride?
The current F6 documentation does not specify fluoride removal. A treatment technology specifically documented for fluoride reduction should be used where that is the objective.
Does the F6 disinfect water?
No. The F6 does not contain a UV-disinfection stage and Puretec specifies the FilterWall F Series for treated mains water.
What pressure range does the F6 use?
Puretec specifies an operating range of 200–875 kPa.
When does the F6 need a pressure-limiting valve?
Puretec requires an approved pressure-limiting device where incoming line pressure exceeds 500 kPa.
Does the F6 include a bypass?
Yes. Puretec's current F6 documentation lists the bypass as included.
How big is the FILTERWALL F6?
The current specification is approximately 916 mm wide × 825 mm high × 227 mm deep.
Is the FILTERWALL F6 suitable for rainwater?
Puretec specifies the FilterWall F Series for mains-water supply. Rainwater should use treatment selected specifically for the source and may require UV disinfection.
How often should the FILTERWALL F6 be serviced?
Puretec specifies cartridge replacement every 6–12 months depending on water quality and household usage.
What service kit suits the FILTERWALL F6?
The genuine Puretec FR-F6 Premium Care Kit is the matched maintenance kit for FILTERWALL F6 systems.
What comes in the FR-F6 kit?
The FR-F6 provides the matched PX05MP2, CB10MP2 and SCALEPROTECT-MP2 cartridge set together with service O-rings and food-grade lubricant.
How often should the F6 O-rings be replaced?
Puretec recommends approximately every 3–5 years, while checking their condition and lubrication during each cartridge service.
How long should the F6 be flushed after servicing?
Puretec specifies approximately two minutes through a downstream tap after the system has been checked for leaks.
What is the difference between FILTERWALL F5 and F6?
Both are 55 L/min systems using 20-inch cartridges. F5 uses two sediment stages followed by carbon, while F6 uses sediment, carbon and ScaleProtect™.
What warranty does the Prestige F6 have?
The system warranty is 10 years—1 year parts and labour plus 9 years parts only—with cartridges excluded. Puretec separately specifies a 2-year finish warranty for the custom Prestige colours.
Can JR install the FILTERWALL F6 Prestige range in Brisbane?
Yes. JR supplies and installs whole-home mains-water filtration across eligible Brisbane and surrounding South East Queensland service areas.
Can JR install the FILTERWALL F6 Prestige range on the Gold Coast?
Yes. Installation is available across eligible Gold Coast mains-water properties where household flow, plumbing and installation conditions suit the system.
How much does FILTERWALL F6 Prestige installation cost?
Use JR's live selector above for current supplied-and-installed pricing, Prestige colour availability, package inclusions and appointment options.
Why Choose JR Gas & Water for FILTERWALL F6 Prestige Installation?
Flow & Treatment Matching
JR considers household demand, water pressure, mains location, scale concerns and installation space before confirming the F6 configuration.
Installation & Servicing
The same genuine FR-F6 maintenance pathway supports future servicing regardless of which Prestige colour is selected.
Brisbane & Gold Coast Coverage
Professional whole-home mains-water filtration installation is available across eligible Brisbane, Gold Coast and surrounding South East Queensland areas.
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Install the Puretec FILTERWALL F6 Prestige Colours With JR Gas & Water
The FILTERWALL F6 Prestige Colours range combines Puretec's high-flow 55 L/min sediment, carbon and ScaleProtect™ platform with five custom exterior finishes for homeowners wanting filtration performance and a more considered visual result.
JR Gas & Water supplies and installs the Puretec FILTERWALL F6 Prestige range across eligible Brisbane and Gold Coast properties. Choose the current Prestige colour, installation package and preferred timeframe using the live options above.
Choose Your FILTERWALL F6 Prestige Installation Package Above
Use JR's live selector for current pricing, package inclusions, custom-colour availability and appointment options. Where the property requires concealed-main investigation, additional pipework, pressure-control changes, mounting preparation or another non-standard requirement, select the appropriate installation pathway or request a site-specific quote.