Bathrooms are used a lot - we use them for everything from brushing our teeth to taking a shower, and even for shaving. Bathrooms also use a lot of resources, especially water.
You can make your bathroom eco-friendly and save money while also being less harmful to the environment.
These simple choices and steps will help you make better decisions about how to reduce water waste in your home (and your water bill).
1. Stop all leaks
A leaking tap or shower is something we all have experienced. Even the most patient person can be irritated by the constant sound of water dripping. It's not just annoying, but it can also be a huge waste of water. This will cause damage to the environment and your water bill. Install taps with ceramic cartridges; they prevent the water from leaking once turned off.
Call your local plumber if you have any leaks from the toilets or serious leaks from the pipe taps.
2. Bath less, shower more
Except for very long showers, a bath uses more water than a single shower. You can cut down on the number of baths that you take by opting to take a shower and save water.
3. Turn off the taps
Did you know that a single tap can waste six litres per minute? Although many people already do this, some people still like to let the tap run while brushing their teeth.
This not only increases your water consumption but also wastes precious water. Turn off your taps to reduce your carbon footprint.
4. Install aerator adaptors for bathroom taps
Adaptors can be quick and easy to make your bathroom more eco-friendly. Low-flow adaptors that restrict, limit, and regulate water flow can be attached to the taps at the ends. They can be used in all corners of the bathroom.
5. Antibacterial soaps are a must
Antibacterial soaps are more effective than regular soap and water in maintaining hygiene and cleanliness. There are many eco-friendly soaps on the market today. It is easy to make your bathroom more environmentally friendly by changing your soap.
6. Fix the problem
It's possible to make a huge difference by changing your toilet to something more eco-friendly if you have the budget. Older toilets average 11 litres per flush.
This option will likely cost you more upfront, but it will save you money in the end. You can reduce your water consumption by replacing your toilet with a low flow/dual-flush model or with one that is highly efficient for water use.
7. Re-enameling is better than replacing
Some alternatives are more eco-friendly options if your bath needs to be replaced. Resurfacing your bathtub, countertop basin and shower tray instead of replacing them will make your bathroom more eco-friendly.
Resurfacing is an environmentally conscious decision. It eliminates waste and reduces the need to remove damaged materials like tiles, pipes, and bathtubs. All of these would eventually end up in landfills. Resurfacing is a conscious decision to reduce waste.
