Faucets & Fixtures09

Understanding Water Mechanics

FACT:
Replacing a standard showerhead with a water-saving model saves the typical U.S. family about 8,000 gallons of water a year.

FACT:
Water-saving showerheads save energy—in part because more than 70% of the water that goes down the drain in a shower has been heated.

FACT:
A toilet equipped with dual-flush technology can save up to 15,000 gallons of water per year for a family of four.

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