Toilet use is a necessary part of daily life, but it can also be an area of the bathroom that can use a lot of resources if not properly managed. To ensure that you are getting the most out of your toilet and its use, here are some useful tips and tricks for achieving optimal use of toilets in the bathroom.
1. Check for Leaks
Toilets can often be the source of large amounts of water waste if they are not properly maintained. To ensure that your toilet is not wasting water, it is important to regularly check for any signs of leakages. These could be visible signs of water leakage around the base of the toilet, or underlying problems like faulty flushing mechanisms, faulty cisterns or worn washers. If you do spot any of these, get it seen to by a professional immediately.
2. Choose the Right Toilet
The toilet you choose for your bathroom can have a big impact on how efficient and effective your toilet is at using resources. Ensure that you choose a toilet which is designed for efficiency and low water use. Opting for an eco-friendly or 'water-efficient' toilet is often a great way to ensure that your toilet is doing its best to save on unnecessary water use.
3. Use Greywater for Toilet Flushing
Using greywater for flushing can significantly reduce the amount of water you use to flush the toilet. Greywater is water from non-sewage sources, such as bathtub, sink or washing machine wastewater. This water can be safely re-used to flush the toilet (as long as the right filtering and purification techniques are used).
4. Install Pressure-Assisted Toilets
Pressure-assisted toilets are toilets that use pressure-assist valves to force the waste out of the bowl more quickly. This means less water is used during each flush and can help save water in the long-term. This type of toilet may be more expensive than normal toilets, but the long-term savings on water costs make it worth the investment.
5. Use Toilet Lids
Making sure you close the toilet lid before flushing is a simple and effective way to reduce water wastage. Toilets without lids can result in a lot of water being splashed or sprayed out of the bowl as it flushes, leading to a lot of wasted water. Closing the lid before flushing can help to prevent this from happening.
6. Install Low-Flow Showerheads
Low-flow showerheads are designed to reduce the amount of water used each time you take a shower. They are often fitted with special valves and pressure settings which can reduce the amount of water used by up to 50%. Low-flow showerheads can help to reduce the amount of water used in the bathroom and make sure that your toilet is getting the most out of its resources.
Conclusion
Properly managing your toilet use is an important part of achieving optimal use of the resources in your bathroom. By following the above tips you can make sure that you are getting the most out of your toilet and saving water and other resources in the process.
