I usually don't drink from the tap due to 'hard' water and paranoia. I have in the past, and know the taste of the regular faucet. THIS filtration system is great - the water is clear and tastes pure. This easily fit on my kitchen sink with little to no setup or any real process to get this started. I don't have any chrome or stainless steel in my kitchen except for my sink faucet and this chrome piece, but it looks sleek!!! Looking forward to cutting down buying bottled water now that I can drink from my sink without worry!