How to Make a Solar Water Distiller: DIY Solar Projects

Don't buy plastic jugs of distilled water when you can convert it from undrinkable water with this DIY project.

By Eric Smith
Updated on August 3, 2022
article image
by Adobestock/gertrudda

Construct this simple solar still DIY project. Once you learn how to make a solar water distiller, you’ll never need to buy distilled water again!

Make Your Own Distilled Water

Make your own distilled water from stream or lake water, salt water, or even brackish, dirty water, using these Solar Still DIY Plans. With just a few basic building materials, a sheet of glass and some sunshine, you can purify your own water at no cost and with minimal effort.

Distilled water is not just for drinking, and it’s always worth keeping a few gallons of it on hand. Clean water free of chemicals and minerals has a number of valuable uses:

  • Always refill the lead-acid batteries used for solar energy systems or automobiles with distilled water
Comments (0) Join others in the discussion!
    Online Store Logo
    Need Help? Call 1-800-234-3368