There’s no doubt that the bathroom is where you use and waste the most water. There’s also no question that the most of the soap and shampoo used in the bathroom have harmful effects to the environment. This is not necessary and there are actually many things you can do to convert your bathroom into an eco-friendly one.
First of all, you might want to check the bulbs you are using. If you are still using incandescent bulbs to light your bathroom, you should switch to energy-saving fluorescent today. Unlike incandescent bulbs, fluorescent bulbs allow you to conserve more energy. They are also safer to use since they do not convert their energy into heat and increase your risk for fire. There are many energy-efficient lightings available today that even though with low wattage, can provide enough lighting for your entire bathroom.
You might also want to check your faucets for leaks. Each year, millions of liters of water are wasted due to leaky faucets. The worst part is that it wastes your money to water bill as well. To conserve water in the bathroom, get rid of your old model faucets and replace them with ones that can be turned on and off with the press of a button. If you can afford it, have sensor-activated auto faucets on your sink as well. This way, you will be able to control the amount of water you use since water-conserving faucets are designed to shut off at the instant that you release the button or keep your hands away from the sensor.
Aside from water-conserving faucets, there are also dual-flush toilets that give users the option to flush either solid or liquid waste. With conventional toilets, you can use up to 9 liters of water just for flushing. With dual-flush toilets, though, you only use up 7 liters. Today, more and more people are switching to these new types of toilets simply because of their ability to make a bathroom more environment-friendly.
When it comes to using hygiene products such as soap and shampoo, you have to be aware that these kinds of stuff contain chemicals that can be considered toxic to the environment. Aside from that, some of these chemical contents can also be harmful to your health. Therefore, select your bathroom products carefully and choose only those can be considered nontoxic or natural. When choosing soap or shampoo, pick one that does not contain artificial fragrances and mineral oil. Choose instead those that contain essential oil and other natural ingredients. Take note of the packaging as well, and avoid products that use unnecessary packaging.
It’s very possible to help fight the effects of global warming simply by starting with your bathroom. As you have read, while the task may seem to be intimidating at first glance, it is actually something that can be done by any homeowner. You don’t have to remodel your entire bathroom if you don’t want to, but start with the little things like a simple fixture as a faucet and you will realize that even that can contribute a lot in saving the environment.
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