With the increasing problems of water shortages in the world, the moderate use of this resource has become an essential trait of all of us. Even if water is present in the part of the world you live in, it may not last forever. Here are some tips to make the most of it.
Steps
Step 1. Take a shower instead of a bath
A bath wastes a lot more water. Consider that every minute under a shower, on average consumes 9.5 liters of water while a bath requires 130: a five-minute shower will therefore take 47 liters. Take an even shorter shower and you'll save a lot more. You don't have to be in it for more than 10 minutes to be perfectly clean, the rest of the time is all fun.
Step 2. Look for lower flow phones
The technology has come far beyond the continuous trickle of the early days. Most modern phones use 10 liters per minute, but you can find and buy ones that use just 1 without sacrificing the shower ritual. Such showers are perfect for areas where there is little pressure.
Step 3. Fill the tub only about a quarter or half full
Doing so will reduce the waste of water. In any case, the bathroom will make you get cold when it's winter, so a shower is always better. If it is hot, fill bottles with water and put them in the tub to raise the level without wasting it. Keep the bottles full and reuse them. They will also help cool the water faster. This trick is good for younger children in any season. The rule is usually not to fill the pool more than 125mm for small children and 250mm for older children and adults.
Step 4. Take a bath with friends
You and your sweetheart can get into the tub together instead of emptying and filling it twice. Children can also share the tub or use it one after another, but the latter will likely complain that the water is cold.
Step 5. Get yourself a sponge
If you've ever been to the military or a somewhat spartan campsite, you'll know what it's all about. Simply put some water in a sink (at least you'll have the luxury of having it hot!), Dip a sponge or cloth into it, lather it and wipe your body. Pay special attention to the armpits, genitals and feet. The face should be washed separately with a soft cloth. Rinse the soap off the sponge (use clean water) and rinse. It may sound disgusting but it works to remove dirt and bacteria as much as a shower - it's just that you're used to the luxury of the bathroom by now.
Step 6. Take a sailor's shower. In an emergency, use this method to save water while washing yourself. Open the shower and throw yourself under to get wet. Close it and lather. Open it and rinse quickly. Close it and dry.
Try installing a valve behind the shower phone. You open the water and get wet, you close it with the valve. The valve keeps the water at a constant temperature so you don't have to wait for it to heat up when you need to rinse yourself
Step 7. Think outside the box
If your feet stink and feel tired, give them a foot bath in a tub. You can also soak painful areas in a separate basin as long as they are on one foot or arm.
Step 8. Use wet wipes
You can also clean yourself without water.
Step 9. Medical supply stores have various brands of body and hair lotions that do not require rinsing and waste very little water
Cleaning yourself in this way that not taking a shower or bath is faster.
Advice
- Fix your losses immediately. Every day a lot of water is wasted because the taps are dripping or the toilets are leaking.
- Teach children to shower right away. Many fear the power of the water jet, so make sure yours adjusts and find a phone that can be raised and lowered to fit your child. It may cost you a little more but the savings you will have on the water will amortize everything. Your life will be simplified when your child is able to shower despite being small.
- Recycle your bathroom water. Place it in buckets and water the plants or run the hose and pump through the window for use in the garden. If you are really serious you can install a gray water recycling system. (However, they should not be used on garden vegetables. It is usually forbidden because they may contain the Escherichia Coli bacterium which would harm your health.)
- When you open the shower at first the water will be cold. Collect it with a bucket until it gets hot. Place the bucket outside and use it for other uses, such as watering plants or for the toilet.
- Take a shower in public ones. For example in cabins by the sea, by the pool, etc.
- Install a rainwater tank or barrel. Not only will you have a better supply of water, but rainwater works wonders for your hair.
Warnings
- If you collect rainwater, remember that in some areas it may not be completely clean and pure and if you keep it in the container it may stay there for a while. In this case, it may not be safe to drink or bathe in. It should be mainly intended for watering or for the toilet and not for personal use. If you want to drink it, make sure it is pathogen-free, boil it or use sanitizing tablets.
- Just because water may be in short supply or because you're trying to preserve it doesn't mean you should stop drinking. Staying hydrated is vital.
