Simple ways to save water at home!

Why is it worth saving water? Firstly, for the sake of our planet and an eco-friendly lifestyle. More and more people are consciously choosing solutions that enable the lowest possible water consumption. Secondly, using it sparingly also means lower bills. As a result, not only does our planet benefit, but above all your household budget. Today we’ll present some easy ways to save water at home!

Do bathroom taps matter?

Yes! Bathroom taps are one of the cheaper and simpler ways to save water at home. Wondering how that’s possible? Today, most modern models have a built-in thermostat. It lets you set a constant temperature, eliminating the water waste that would occur each time you adjusted it to your preferred warmth. This is especially useful with:

• shower taps


• bath taps

Bathroom taps with an aerator

Another way to reduce water consumption is to invest in bathroom taps fitted with a perlator, also known as an aerator. It’s simply a special mesh at the tip of the tap spout. How does it work? It aerates the water stream and increases its pressure. This gives you the impression you’re getting more water, while in reality you’re using much less. An aerator is particularly effective with:

• kitchen taps and mixers


• basin taps and mixers


• bidet taps

Single-lever bathroom taps

Saving water is also easier with a tap that has a single lever, regulating both temperature and pressure. This solution allows quick, hassle-free changes to the water temperature without unnecessary waste.

Saving water and the eco class

Every manufacturer of bathroom taps is obliged to provide the basic technical specification of a given model, including its eco class. What do these specific figures tell you? They indicate the volume of water flow per second of use.

The most water-efficient bathroom taps are marked with the symbol “Z”. They usually use no more than 0.15 l per second, which is about 9 l per minute. Such taps are typically equipped with a single lever, eco-stops, or are simply touchless, with the water stream activated by a special motion sensor.

How to save water in the cistern?

WC cisterns also offer plenty of ways to save water. The latest models are equipped with a useful start–stop mechanism, allowing you to halt the flow with ease. Check the cistern capacity as well – 6 litres is sufficient to keep the toilet clean.

A dual-flush mechanism is also a good solution. How does it work? It depends on the model you choose, but the general principle is the same. The first button uses a smaller amount of water – for example, only half the tank’s capacity. The second releases the full volume of water in the cistern. You can therefore control water consumption according to your needs.

Lower water use means lower bills

Of course, using less water brings financial savings. Today, almost all modern tap and cistern models are fitted with systems that limit water flow. Even if you have a slightly older tap or toilet, you can easily buy an aerator or a mechanism that enables a dual-flush system at a bathroom fittings store.

At a time when we hear that our planet needs a breather and natural resources are being overused, saving water is also a good way to do your bit for the environment.

We hope these few simple ways to save water will help you significantly reduce your usage. See for yourself how little it takes not only to have a positive impact on the environment, but also to keep extra money in your household budget through lower water bills.