How to save water in family life?Teach you a few tricks and save hundreds a year!

Mondo Home Updated on 2024-01-31

Hello everyone, welcome to Comfortable Life Notes, I am Notes!This time, I would like to share with you some tips on saving water in family life. Did you know?In fact, in our daily life, many seemingly insignificant details hide the great wisdom of saving water resources. Learning these tricks will not only allow you to contribute to the protection of the earth's environment, but also surprise you to find that you have saved hundreds of dollars when you settle your water bill at the end of the year!

Let's start with the kitchen. Washing vegetables is an essential daily chore, but did you know?There's a lot of waste of water when washing vegetablesTo save water, you can try this:Washing vegetables in a basin:Don't wash the vegetables directly under the faucet, as the water will run non-stop. Prepare a large basin, put the dishes in it, and wash it with a small amount of water. The water washed in this way can be reused!Wash leafy vegetables first and then rhizomes:Leafy vegetables are more likely to trap dirt and dirt, so you can wash them first. After washing, the water settles slightly, and then it is used to wash root vegetables. You see, doesn't this realize the secondary use of water?Bathing is a big water user!But don't worry, Note-Jun has a way to make you both comfortable and water-saving. Shower instead of tub:Did you know?One bath is enough water to shower several times. So, try to choose a shower!Low flow shower head:There are many low-flow shower heads** on the market, which can greatly reduce the amount of water output while maintaining a comfortable flow rate. Let's try it out with another one!Quick bath:Don't rub around in the shower!Try to shorten the bath time and save a lot of water every minute. Of course, the premise is to wash it clean!

3. Toilet water-saving meterThe toilet is also one of the largest water users in the home. But don't worry, Mr. Note-kun will give you a few tricks:Double Button Toilet:Nowadays, there are many two-button toilets on the market, one large button flushes more, and a small button flushes less. Selecting the button according to your actual needs can save a lot of water!Bottles in the toilet tank:This method is a bit "dirty", but it really works!Keep a few plastic bottles or bricks filled with water in the toilet tank so that you use less water each time you flush it. But be careful, don't put too much to affect the normal function of the toilet. Regularly check the toilet for leaks:Sometimes the toilet leaks secretly, which not only wastes water but also increases the water bill. It is important to regularly inspect and repair water leaks. After the water pipes and equipment at home are used for a long time, they may have problems such as aging and damage, resulting in a waste of water resources. Inspect water pipes regularly:Regularly check the water pipes in your home for leakage and aging. Once a problem is found, it will be repaired or replaced in time. Update water-saving equipment:With the development of science and technology, more and more household devices with water-saving functions have appeared on the market. For example, water-saving washing machines, water-saving dishwashers, etc. Keeping these devices up to date not only improves the quality of life, but also conserves water.

With the advancement of science and technology, more and more smart home products have begun to enter our daily life, including some artifacts that can help us save water. Smart Faucet:This faucet can automatically recognize the presence of a human hand through a sensor to control the water switch. This avoids the waste of forgetting to turn off the tap when washing hands or vegetables. Smart Toilet:Compared to ordinary toilets, smart toilets are optimized in the way they flush. It automatically adjusts the flush volume based on usage, ensuring both clean and water-efficient. Smart Irrigation System:If you have a garden or vegetable garden at home, a smart irrigation system can definitely save you a lot of water. This system can automatically adjust the amount and frequency of watering according to the needs of the plants and weather conditions. In fact, the most effective way to save water is to develop good water habits. The small details below may seem insignificant, but if you stick to them in the long run, you can have an amazing water saving effect. Turn off the water at hand:Whether it's when washing your hands, face, or teeth, make it a good habit to turn off the water. Do not leave the faucet on for a long time. One water for multiple purposes:Try to get the most out of every drop of water. For example, use the water used to wash vegetables to water the flowers, and the water used to wash the clothes to flush the toilet. Arrange the washing time reasonably:Try to do things that require water together, such as washing clothes and vegetables. This reduces the number of times the tap is turned on and off frequently, thus reducing the waste of water resources. Pay attention to water safety:Regularly inspect the water pipes and equipment at home for water leaks, and repair them in time if found. This not only ensures water security for households, but also avoids unnecessary water wastage.

If you have a small yard or balcony garden at home, it is equally important to save water in this area. Rainwater harvesting:On rainy days, use a rain collector or a simple container to catch rainwater. This natural water can be used to water flowers, clean the yard, etc. Drip irrigation with micro-spraying:Traditional watering methods tend to cause a lot of water evaporation and loss. Use drip irrigation or micro-spraying systems to deliver water directly to the roots of the plants, reducing waste. Choosing the right plant:Some plants have a high water demand, while others have relatively little water requirements. When choosing garden or garden plants, consider those that are drought-tolerant and require less water. Mulch water retention:Mulching around the plants, such as wood chips, stones, etc., can reduce water evaporation and keep the soil moist. To truly save water in the family, it takes the joint efforts of the whole family. Make a home water conservation plan:Work with your family to create a detailed home water conservation plan that clarifies each person's responsibilities and tasks. For example, who is responsible for checking for leaks in the water pipes, who is responsible for educating children to save water, etc. Carry out household water-saving activities:You can organize some interesting household water-saving activities on a regular basis, such as "water-saving challenges", "water-saving knowledge quizzes", etc. Through these activities, families learn to conserve water in a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere. Supervise and encourage each otherIn daily life, family members should monitor each other's water use behavior. When a waste of water resources is discovered, it is necessary to remind and help correct it in a timely manner. At the same time, it is also necessary to give encouragement and praise to those family members who are actively conserving water. All right!The above is the little tips on saving water in family life that you have compiled for everyone!Hope these tips can help everyone!Remember, saving starts with a little bit!

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