Why should we look to our bathroom to save money?
Whilst many of us have luxurious bathrooms in our homes, we often don’t consider a water-saving bathroom installation, and a home cannot function without one! When we think of our bathrooms, however, we don’t usually associate them with high energy use – but this is where we could be wrong.
Our bathrooms are a big source of the water we use on a daily basis, and they also considerably contribute to our household energy bills and carbon emissions. Saving water in our bathrooms, therefore, seems like a great step forward, and with water-saving bathroom appliances widely available, it has never been easier.
Easy water-saving tips you can start now
- Four-minute shower timer – try to stick to four minutes for your daily shower. Many of us spend a lot of time in the shower, and this is a big contribution to water bills.
- Swap your bathing for showers – although bathing can be more relaxing for some of us, it is notoriously more expensive to have a bath than to jump in the shower!
- Turn off the tap when cleaning your teeth – a big way to save water in your bathroom is to turn off the tap when you are cleaning your teeth and only turn it on when you need it.
- Fix your leaking appliances – leaks left unchecked will have a big impact on your water bill. Get your leaks fixed, and your water bill will thank you.
For more tips and advice on how to save water at home, why not take a look at the Thames Water site?
Energy efficiency in a water-saving bathroom
Now that we have looked at some simple ways to save your water and money in the bathroom, it’s time to consider how much of an impact an energy-efficient bathroom will have on your energy bills. There are many ways to become energy-efficient in the bathroom, and some will help to reduce your water bill, whilst others will help to bring your energy bill down.
Consider changing your bathroom lights to LED lighting rather than a traditional lightbulb. LED lights are far more cost-effective and energy-efficient than their traditional counterparts. They last longer and are cheaper to run. Another simple way to save energy in your bathroom is to turn the light off when you leave. Whilst it may seem like common sense, many of us are guilty of leaving our bathroom lights on when we don’t need to, and this will increase our energy bills.
Installing a dual flush toilet will help you to save on water and energy consumption. A dual flush means you will only use the water needed, so you will ultimately be saving money on your water bill.
Smart meters are the cause of much contention in homes across the UK, but it’s clear they serve a purpose. Keeping the daily costs of your home at the front of your mind will make you more aware of what you are spending and how you can reduce costs throughout your home – not just in your water-saving bathroom!
Water-saving bathroom appliances to help your bank balance
Alongside the daily changes you can make in your bathroom, there are appliances you can utilise that will help you to save water and energy.
Water-saving taps
A water-saving bathroom tap is a tap that uses less water than a standard tap through technology. Other benefits can include an automatic switch-off or sensors to reduce water wastage, as well as pre-adjustable temperature controls. These taps are designed to help protect the environment and save energy. With advanced technology, they can help reduce your water consumption.
Water-saving toilets
When toilets were first invented in the 19th century, they used a lot of water – more than 20 litres per flush. Many older toilets still use this outdated technology, but new water-saving toilets have been invented that use just 6 litres per flush. When you multiply how many times the toilet is used per day in your house by the amount of water each flush uses, you will see a big reduction in water bills after the first month of using a water-saving toilet.
Water-saving showerheads
When shopping for your water-saving bathroom shower head, look for a green label to find eco-conscious options. These heads use 50% less water than a regular showerhead, which can save you 60 litres of hot water in a five-minute shower.
On-demand hot water
Looking to save on your heating bill and get back some extra space in your bathroom? Consider replacing your home’s traditional hot water tank with a smaller, on-demand combi boiler. Combi boilers only heat water when you turn on the hot tap, so you could see savings of hundreds of pounds each year.
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Upgrade to a water-saving bathroom with Aylesbury Bathroom Centre
If you are looking to reduce your monthly outgoings this year and want to see how your bathroom could save you money in the future, why not get in touch with the Aylesbury Bathroom Centre to see how we can help you? From upgrading your appliances to completing renovating your bathroom, we are the local and supportive bathroom team that can help you save money in 2023. Get in touch with our helpful team today, or pay a visit to our local showrooms in Aylesbury, where you can see our incredible water-saving bathroom installations firsthand! We look forward to helping you with your bathroom installation this year.
