ASK THE EXPERT Pocket and planet


Here Paul Bailey of Grohe UK answers FAQs on how water-saving products can be incorporated into self-builders’ bathroom projects, to save them money and help the planet


With a staggering 32 per cent of household daily water usage used for toilet flushing alone, and 36 per cent for washing, bathing and showering, it’s no wonder that many of us are trying to cut down our water consumption. The goal is not only ongoing energy and cost savings, but also to try and ease our burden on the planet too.


HOW MUCH WATER COULD I POTENTIALLY SAVE?


There are significant savings to be made by opting for water-saving bathroom products, and with more and more advanced technology being developed, many of these economical options are still able to deliver an excellent experience, without leaving you feeling like you’ve been cut short. Typically, showers in the UK use around 12 litres per minute, although this is also dependent on what type of boiler system and shower system is fitted in the home. Water-saving options can reduce consumption to just 9-10 litres per minute, and with additional products that can be fitted to shower heads, usage can be brought down even further, to as little as 7.5 litres per minute.


Similarly, by opting for a dual flush plate instead of a standard flush, you can save as much as 50 per cent, while basin taps can also generate water savings of up to 50 per cent.


Water-saving options can reduce


8 www.sbhonline.co.uk


consumption to just 9-10 litres per minute


nov/dec 2020


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