How can you save water at home? These three ways to save water will help you keep your household more eco-friendly and your wallet fuller than ever before. Read on to learn more!
1) Replace your old showerhead
You might not think about it, but you use a lot of water every time you take a shower. According to several studies showering accounts for anywhere between 16-30% of our daily water consumption—that’s more than any other activity we perform. If you want to save money on your next water bill and help preserve our environment at home, consider replacing your old showerhead with a new eco-friendly model such as those that disperse the water with air.
2) Install a dual-flush toilet
One of the easiest ways to save water is by installing a dual-flush toilet. They use 7L or less per flush, so they can reduce your household’s water consumption significantly over time. Better yet, most new toilets come with an Energy Star certification and require less than 27L per flush.
3) Weatherproof your home
If you’re looking for a way to save money, think about taking steps to weatherproof your home. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration estimate that 8–10% of water in our homes can be attributed to leaks and breaks. A good place to start is checking your toilets and taps—you may be surprised by how much water you can save simply by installing a new tap or repairing an old leaky one.
Your bathroom is by default a damp, humid place. However, it’s really important to ensure that all bathrooms in your home are well ventilated.
If you install proper bathroom ventilation you will not only limit condensation, but it will also help prevent mould and mildew, which can lead to nasty health issues. If mould is left to build up it can lead to respiratory problems, as well as skin complaints.
Poor ventilation doesn’t just affect your health. If you ensure you have bathroom ventilation it will prevent premature wearing of your bathroom, such as bathroom accessories, paint and plaster.
Do you need an exhaust fan in the bathroom?
All bathrooms require some source of ventilation, which could be an extractor fan or an openable window. UK regulations regarding just how much ventilation your bathroom needs are detailed in The Building Regulations Document F. However, this is an in-depth document and a heavy read.
So, to save you the headache of sifting through the whole official document, here are the essential points you need to know…
You might be wondering what the last point means. Basically, the 15l/s, or 54m3/hr, refers to the measurement of how much old air is replaced by new air. This is standard for bathroom exhaust fans to meet these requirements, but you must really check this in the product description before you choose it.
If you have an old bathroom with only a window as a source of ventilation, it could still be a good idea to put in some extra ventilation, but only if mould or dampness are persisting issues, a fan can help reduce their effects.
What are the benefits of a bathroom extractor fan?
The easiest way to ensure that your bathroom meets the air ventilation regulations is to install an extractor fan. However, they also have benefits beyond your legal regulations. The main benefits of installing an extractor fan are:
