My most important work-from-home accessory is a water cooler
I got a small piece of the office right at home — and stayed more hydrated throughout the day.
Hanna Horvath
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Other water coolers to use
You can find water coolers with almost any feature, from a built-in fridge to a sparking water dispenser. Some coolers are more sleekly designed — with stainless steel or glass — which may fit better with your existing home decor. Keep in mind that the more features or design elements your cooler has, the more expensive it may be.
The Allure Series Hot, Cold and Sparkling Dispenser
If you’re like me and miss the sparkling water cans at the office, you’ll love this stainless steel cooler that can dispense sparkling water in addition to cold and hot liquid. You can select how carbonated you want your water to be, with high, medium and low settings. This cooler also has an LED screen that reminds you when it's time to clean the filter or replace the carbonation tank, which comes with the model. It can support both 3- and 5-gallon water tanks.
Brio Moderna Self-Cleaning Water Dispenser
This high-end water cooler has automatic sensors for a touchless water dispense, and comes with temperature adjustment and a digital LED clock. One of my favorite features of this model is the bottom-load design, so you don’t have to lift a 40-pound water jug up on top of the cooler. This cooler comes with safety features to prevent hot water from coming out, plus a child lock.
Brita Standard UltraMax Water Filter Dispenser
If you don’t have the room for a water cooler or don’t want to splurge on one, I’ve used and loved this Brita water dispenser. It’s an easy and more affordable way to get cold water, though it requires regular refills and semi-regular cleaning and filter replacements. This model can hold up to 18 cups and filters out particulates like chlorine and mercury from tap water. It’s also more environmentally friendly than purchasing plastic water bottles.
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