How to Make a DIY Water Filter at Home Clean water = essential for survival. But what if youre outdoors or in an emergency with no clean water? Build your own DIY water filter using simple materials! 蓼 What Youll Need: 林 1 plastic bottle cut in half 直 Rocks small & medium Coarse sand Crushed charcoal activated is best! Fine sand 什 A clean cloth or coffee filter Contaminated water Step-by-Step Guide: 1. Prep the Bottle Cut a plastic bottle and turn it upside down. 2. Add a Cloth Layer Place cloth over the neckacts as the last filter layer. 3. Fine Sand Add a layer to catch small particles. 4. Charcoal Crushed charcoal removes toxins, chemicals, and smells. 5. Coarse Sand Helps filter out medium debris. 6. Rocks Catch large particles like leaves and dirt. How It Filters Water: Water moves through each layer: 直 Rocks trap large debris Coarse sand filters mid-sized particles Charcoal absorbs chemicals & bacteria Fine sand catches tiny particles 什 Cloth ensures clean, sediment-free water By the end, the water is much cleaner and safer! Important Reminder: This filter improves water qualitybut doesnt fully purify it! Boil the water or use purification tablets before drinking! Why This Matters: In survival situations or off-grid adventures, this simple water filter can make all the difference. Its easy to make, effective, and could even save lives.