Water is a vital component of any home, but water usage is becoming a point of concern for many homeowners. With modern technology, it is becoming easier for homeowners to properly track and minimize their home’s water usage. To keep water usage in your bathroom at a reasonable level, you need to take the proper steps to keep your bathroom water efficient. Here’s a guide on how to save water in the bathroom to help you make your home water smart.

Bathtubs

A bathtub is a huge source of water in your bathroom, so it’s a prime area to check for possible leaks and water waste. A bathtub can use up to 70 gallons of water, but to cut down on water usage while still enjoying a bath, try installing a bathtub that is less than 60 gallons. The difference will be negligible for you, but will save a lot of water in the long run.

Faucets

To reduce the amount of water flowing out of your faucets, you have different options on how to go about it. One option is faucets that use laminar technology, which use many small parallel streams of water that overall use less water. Another option is an aerator that uses air to maintain pressure while decreasing water flow. Either option will save you on water usage.

Toilets

Nothing uses more water in your home than your toilet. For that reason, a toilet that uses a lot of water can be a big problem for your home. In general, your best bet is to install new options that operate using less water. One water saving solution is converting your existing toilet into a dual-flush system that has two settings; one flush for liquid waste that uses less water and one flush for solid waste that uses more. Another option is a composting toilet that uses very little water. A third solution for water saving is a greywater system that uses recycled sink water to flush instead of fresh water. Any of these water saving solutions are great ways to reduce the water used by your toilet.

Showerheads

Showerheads are another water-waster in most bathrooms but are also one of the easiest to fix. Simply replace your current showerhead with a low-flow system that uses aerators to reduce up to 50% of water usage in your shower without sacrificing water pressure. These low-flow systems reduce water waste and come in countless styles to match any style or décor.

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