Saving water in the bathroom
You probably use more water in the bathroom than any other part of your home – so it's a great place to really save big! Here's our top tips…
Ditch the monster baths
Check for a leaky loo
Drips or trickles down the back of the bowl often go undetected, and are particularly common in modern dual flush systems, wasting up to 400 litres of water a day and adding £100s to your water bill. Check your loo with our FREE LeakyLoo strips.
Also remember to use the little button if you have a dual flush!
Turn off the tap when brushing
It's a no-brainer for saving water, but you'd be surprised at how many people still leave the tap running while they brush their teeth. Kids are particularly bad for this, so make sure you keep reminding them.
Brush in – tap off!
Take the 4 minute shower challenge
By reducing your shower from 8 minutes to 4 you could save 40 litres of water each time! Plus you’ll knock £75 a year off your heating bill* and reduce your carbon emissions.
*Source, the Energy Saving Trust.
Use the little flush!
If you've got a dual flush cistern on your toilet – make sure you push the right button! Save water by using the little flush for small jobs, and the big one only for… um… bigger jobs.
More water saving tips in the bathroom
Put the plug in the sink
Use less water by popping the plug in the sink and not leaving the tap running when you're tackling your bristly chin.
Step out and turn off the shower
Do you really need the shower running while you shave your legs? Save buckets of water, switch it off while you're busy with your razor.
Don't leave the tap running
A small sink of water is just the job for washing your face. You can pop the tap on at the end for a fresh rinse if needed.
Run a sink, rinse when done
Switch off the tap while you're getting the soap and working up a lather – pop it back on to rinse them at the end.
Save every drop – get it fixed
A dripping tap can waste a surprising amount of water – and over time it's only going to get worse. Fix it sooner rather than later to save water and money.
Quick, simple and you still get a lovely shower
It takes less than a minute to unscrew your existing shower head from its hose and replace it with one of these super efficient ones. And remember you'll save on electricity or gas as well as water.
Grab a watering can or bucket
If you can't do without a bath, consider using the water to keep your garden looking lovely in summer. You can simply use a bucket or watering can to scoop it out.
Put the plug in the sink
Use less water by popping the plug in the sink and not leaving the tap running when you're tackling your bristly chin.
Step out and turn off the shower
Do you really need the shower running while you shave your legs? Save buckets of water, switch it off while you're busy with your razor.
Don't leave the tap running
A small sink of water is just the job for washing your face. You can pop the tap on at the end for a fresh rinse if needed.
Run a sink, rinse when done
Switch off the tap while you're getting the soap and working up a lather – pop it back on to rinse them at the end.
Save every drop – get it fixed
A dripping tap can waste a surprising amount of water – and over time it's only going to get worse. Fix it sooner rather than later to save water and money.
Quick, simple and you still get a lovely shower
It takes less than a minute to unscrew your existing shower head from its hose and replace it with one of these super efficient ones. And remember you'll save on electricity or gas as well as water.
Grab a watering can or bucket
If you can't do without a bath, consider using the water to keep your garden looking lovely in summer. You can simply use a bucket or watering can to scoop it out.
Put the plug in the sink
Use less water by popping the plug in the sink and not leaving the tap running when you're tackling your bristly chin.
Step out and turn off the shower
Do you really need the shower running while you shave your legs? Save buckets of water, switch it off while you're busy with your razor.
Don't leave the tap running
A small sink of water is just the job for washing your face. You can pop the tap on at the end for a fresh rinse if needed.
Run a sink, rinse when done
Switch off the tap while you're getting the soap and working up a lather – pop it back on to rinse them at the end.
Save every drop – get it fixed
A dripping tap can waste a surprising amount of water – and over time it's only going to get worse. Fix it sooner rather than later to save water and money.
Quick, simple and you still get a lovely shower
It takes less than a minute to unscrew your existing shower head from its hose and replace it with one of these super efficient ones. And remember you'll save on electricity or gas as well as water.
Grab a watering can or bucket
If you can't do without a bath, consider using the water to keep your garden looking lovely in summer. You can simply use a bucket or watering can to scoop it out.
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Our other top water saving tips
We've put together a list of changes you can make to save water. They're broken down into 3 levels, something easy everyone can do, something that takes a bit more work, and a tip if you're dedicated to saving every drop.
Make the most of water this summer
Easy win ⭐
Pop a big bottle water in the fridge so you’ve always got chilled water to enjoy and you don’t have to wait around for the tap water to run cold.
A bit more work ⭐⭐
If you want to get the paddling pool out, try not to fill it right up, and at night cover it over so it’s bug and grass free, and ready to be reused the next day.
Water saving hero ⭐⭐⭐
Paddling pools aren’t the only way to entertain kids in the summer. From water bottle skittles to bedsheet tents and spray battles, see our tips for water-saving summer fun.
Shower shorter, shower smarter…
Easy win ⭐
Knock a few minutes off your shower time. The average shower uses 10 litres of water a minute, so by halving your shower time from 10 minutes to 5 minutes, you'll save around 50 litres a day!
A bit more work ⭐⭐
The soap and rinse technique. Turn the shower on and get wet, then turn it off whilst you lather up with soap. Finally, hop back in and turn on the shower to rinse off. It can take a bit of getting used to, but you’ll soon be trying to set personal bests for how quickly you can shower.
Water saving hero ⭐⭐⭐
Skip a day. If you’re planning a duvet day, then going without a shower will help you to save buckets of water. Just pick a day where you don’t need to be red carpet ready and relax, safe in the knowledge that you've done your bit to save water.
Flush smart and check for leaks…
Easy win ⭐
If you’ve got a dual flush loo, make sure you use it! Use the small flush for number 1s, and the larger flush for number 2s!
A bit more work ⭐⭐
Check your loo isn’t leaky. Push flush cisterns are notorious for developing leaks – is there water trickling down the back of the bowl? If so, you may need to get it fixed. Read our tips for spotting a leaky loo.
Water saving hero ⭐⭐⭐
Ok, we know this won't be for everyone, but if you’re truly an aspiring eco warrior, remember these wise words – if it’s yellow let it mellow, if it’s brown flush it down!
Top tips for doing the dishes…
Easy win ⭐
Make sure your dishwasher is always full! Your dishwasher uses the same amount of water and energy, regardless of how many dishes you stack, so be generous with your loads.
A bit more work ⭐⭐
Don’t rinse dishes before washing. Instead, use a cake spatula (or a good old-fashioned knife) to scrape any excess food into your food waste bin. This saves water and means you won't be fishing leftovers out of the plug hole - yuck!
Water saving hero ⭐⭐⭐
When washing up in the sink, use a washing up bowl, as this uses much less water than filling up the whole sink.
Wash the cleaner items, such as glasses, first and leave the really dirty dishes till last so you don’t have to change the water as often.
Always wash a full load…
Easy win ⭐
Much like a dishwasher, you should always fill up your washing machine with a full load. Washing your clothes with a typical washing machine uses an average of 112 litres of water a week. Save clothes up rather than washing a few at a time.
A bit more work ⭐⭐
Treat stains before washing. Pre-treating stains will save having to put clothes through the wash more than once.
Water saving hero ⭐⭐⭐
Is your machine nearing the end of its life? When it’s time to buy a new washing machine, invest in one that’s as water efficient as possible. Most modern machines have water saving modes that keep water and energy use to a minimum.
Lose the hose, get a butt!
Easy win ⭐
Put the hosepipe down and grab a watering can. It takes a bit longer with a watering can, but you’ll find you waste a lot less water, targeting only the areas that need watering.
A bit more work ⭐⭐
Get a water butt – or better still get two! They give you a plentiful supply of free rainwater to keep your plants hydrated, help you to save on your bills (if you have a water meter) and you can even link multiple butts together using butt lining kits. What’s not to love?
Water saving hero ⭐⭐⭐
Make sure that your garden uses water as efficiently as possible. With a bit of planning and preparation, you can create a water efficient sanctuary in no time. Take a look at our water saving garden tips.
Adopt a water saving culture
Easy win ⭐
Create a water saving culture for staff and customers that asks them to follow some simple rules, like turning off taps after use, using the correct dual flush button and not washing up under a running tap.
A bit more work ⭐⭐
Develop a water efficient environmental policy that includes appointing a water saving ambassador/officer, a recurring review of your water usage, and sets deadlines and targets for improvements.
Water saving hero ⭐⭐⭐
Invest in water saving technology that will have a long-term impact. Install dual flush efficient cisterns, low flow taps and shower valves, and automatic or push self-closing taps, that can really help save water in the long run.
Your winter water health check
Easy win ⭐
An unexpected spell of cold weather is often the time people find out their boiler or heating system has a problem. Get it serviced at the start of winter and you’ll know it’s fighting fit and working efficiently to keep you warm all winter.
A bit more work ⭐⭐
If you’re going on holiday or visiting relatives for Christmas and leaving the house empty, don’t forget to keep your heating on low (min 14ºC). This will help to stop your pipes freezing.
Water saving hero ⭐⭐⭐
Look after pipes that are in locations exposed to cold air – the garage, loft or outdoors. Wrap them up with lagging or fit pipe insulation to help prevent them freezing and bursting.
Visitors & tourists
Easy win ⭐
If the toilet has a dual flush, just use the small flush whenever possible.
A bit more work ⭐⭐
Bedding and towels don’t need changing every day.
Water saving hero ⭐⭐⭐
If you notice any leaky pipes or dripping taps in your holiday home, let the site manager know.
Make the most of water this summer
Easy win ⭐
Pop a big bottle water in the fridge so you’ve always got chilled water to enjoy and you don’t have to wait around for the tap water to run cold.
A bit more work ⭐⭐
If you want to get the paddling pool out, try not to fill it right up, and at night cover it over so it’s bug and grass free, and ready to be reused the next day.
Water saving hero ⭐⭐⭐
Paddling pools aren’t the only way to entertain kids in the summer. From water bottle skittles to bedsheet tents and spray battles, see our tips for water-saving summer fun.
Shower shorter, shower smarter…
Easy win ⭐
Knock a few minutes off your shower time. The average shower uses 10 litres of water a minute, so by halving your shower time from 10 minutes to 5 minutes, you'll save around 50 litres a day!
A bit more work ⭐⭐
The soap and rinse technique. Turn the shower on and get wet, then turn it off whilst you lather up with soap. Finally, hop back in and turn on the shower to rinse off. It can take a bit of getting used to, but you’ll soon be trying to set personal bests for how quickly you can shower.
Water saving hero ⭐⭐⭐
Skip a day. If you’re planning a duvet day, then going without a shower will help you to save buckets of water. Just pick a day where you don’t need to be red carpet ready and relax, safe in the knowledge that you've done your bit to save water.
Flush smart and check for leaks…
Easy win ⭐
If you’ve got a dual flush loo, make sure you use it! Use the small flush for number 1s, and the larger flush for number 2s!
A bit more work ⭐⭐
Check your loo isn’t leaky. Push flush cisterns are notorious for developing leaks – is there water trickling down the back of the bowl? If so, you may need to get it fixed. Read our tips for spotting a leaky loo.
Water saving hero ⭐⭐⭐
Ok, we know this won't be for everyone, but if you’re truly an aspiring eco warrior, remember these wise words – if it’s yellow let it mellow, if it’s brown flush it down!
Top tips for doing the dishes…
Easy win ⭐
Make sure your dishwasher is always full! Your dishwasher uses the same amount of water and energy, regardless of how many dishes you stack, so be generous with your loads.
A bit more work ⭐⭐
Don’t rinse dishes before washing. Instead, use a cake spatula (or a good old-fashioned knife) to scrape any excess food into your food waste bin. This saves water and means you won't be fishing leftovers out of the plug hole - yuck!
Water saving hero ⭐⭐⭐
When washing up in the sink, use a washing up bowl, as this uses much less water than filling up the whole sink.
Wash the cleaner items, such as glasses, first and leave the really dirty dishes till last so you don’t have to change the water as often.
Always wash a full load…
Easy win ⭐
Much like a dishwasher, you should always fill up your washing machine with a full load. Washing your clothes with a typical washing machine uses an average of 112 litres of water a week. Save clothes up rather than washing a few at a time.
A bit more work ⭐⭐
Treat stains before washing. Pre-treating stains will save having to put clothes through the wash more than once.
Water saving hero ⭐⭐⭐
Is your machine nearing the end of its life? When it’s time to buy a new washing machine, invest in one that’s as water efficient as possible. Most modern machines have water saving modes that keep water and energy use to a minimum.
Lose the hose, get a butt!
Easy win ⭐
Put the hosepipe down and grab a watering can. It takes a bit longer with a watering can, but you’ll find you waste a lot less water, targeting only the areas that need watering.
A bit more work ⭐⭐
Get a water butt – or better still get two! They give you a plentiful supply of free rainwater to keep your plants hydrated, help you to save on your bills (if you have a water meter) and you can even link multiple butts together using butt lining kits. What’s not to love?
Water saving hero ⭐⭐⭐
Make sure that your garden uses water as efficiently as possible. With a bit of planning and preparation, you can create a water efficient sanctuary in no time. Take a look at our water saving garden tips.
Adopt a water saving culture
Easy win ⭐
Create a water saving culture for staff and customers that asks them to follow some simple rules, like turning off taps after use, using the correct dual flush button and not washing up under a running tap.
A bit more work ⭐⭐
Develop a water efficient environmental policy that includes appointing a water saving ambassador/officer, a recurring review of your water usage, and sets deadlines and targets for improvements.
Water saving hero ⭐⭐⭐
Invest in water saving technology that will have a long-term impact. Install dual flush efficient cisterns, low flow taps and shower valves, and automatic or push self-closing taps, that can really help save water in the long run.
Your winter water health check
Easy win ⭐
An unexpected spell of cold weather is often the time people find out their boiler or heating system has a problem. Get it serviced at the start of winter and you’ll know it’s fighting fit and working efficiently to keep you warm all winter.
A bit more work ⭐⭐
If you’re going on holiday or visiting relatives for Christmas and leaving the house empty, don’t forget to keep your heating on low (min 14ºC). This will help to stop your pipes freezing.
Water saving hero ⭐⭐⭐
Look after pipes that are in locations exposed to cold air – the garage, loft or outdoors. Wrap them up with lagging or fit pipe insulation to help prevent them freezing and bursting.
Visitors & tourists
Easy win ⭐
If the toilet has a dual flush, just use the small flush whenever possible.
A bit more work ⭐⭐
Bedding and towels don’t need changing every day.
Water saving hero ⭐⭐⭐
If you notice any leaky pipes or dripping taps in your holiday home, let the site manager know.
Make the most of water this summer
Easy win ⭐
Pop a big bottle water in the fridge so you’ve always got chilled water to enjoy and you don’t have to wait around for the tap water to run cold.
A bit more work ⭐⭐
If you want to get the paddling pool out, try not to fill it right up, and at night cover it over so it’s bug and grass free, and ready to be reused the next day.
Water saving hero ⭐⭐⭐
Paddling pools aren’t the only way to entertain kids in the summer. From water bottle skittles to bedsheet tents and spray battles, see our tips for water-saving summer fun.
Shower shorter, shower smarter…
Easy win ⭐
Knock a few minutes off your shower time. The average shower uses 10 litres of water a minute, so by halving your shower time from 10 minutes to 5 minutes, you'll save around 50 litres a day!
A bit more work ⭐⭐
The soap and rinse technique. Turn the shower on and get wet, then turn it off whilst you lather up with soap. Finally, hop back in and turn on the shower to rinse off. It can take a bit of getting used to, but you’ll soon be trying to set personal bests for how quickly you can shower.
Water saving hero ⭐⭐⭐
Skip a day. If you’re planning a duvet day, then going without a shower will help you to save buckets of water. Just pick a day where you don’t need to be red carpet ready and relax, safe in the knowledge that you've done your bit to save water.
Flush smart and check for leaks…
Easy win ⭐
If you’ve got a dual flush loo, make sure you use it! Use the small flush for number 1s, and the larger flush for number 2s!
A bit more work ⭐⭐
Check your loo isn’t leaky. Push flush cisterns are notorious for developing leaks – is there water trickling down the back of the bowl? If so, you may need to get it fixed. Read our tips for spotting a leaky loo.
Water saving hero ⭐⭐⭐
Ok, we know this won't be for everyone, but if you’re truly an aspiring eco warrior, remember these wise words – if it’s yellow let it mellow, if it’s brown flush it down!
Top tips for doing the dishes…
Easy win ⭐
Make sure your dishwasher is always full! Your dishwasher uses the same amount of water and energy, regardless of how many dishes you stack, so be generous with your loads.
A bit more work ⭐⭐
Don’t rinse dishes before washing. Instead, use a cake spatula (or a good old-fashioned knife) to scrape any excess food into your food waste bin. This saves water and means you won't be fishing leftovers out of the plug hole - yuck!
Water saving hero ⭐⭐⭐
When washing up in the sink, use a washing up bowl, as this uses much less water than filling up the whole sink.
Wash the cleaner items, such as glasses, first and leave the really dirty dishes till last so you don’t have to change the water as often.
Always wash a full load…
Easy win ⭐
Much like a dishwasher, you should always fill up your washing machine with a full load. Washing your clothes with a typical washing machine uses an average of 112 litres of water a week. Save clothes up rather than washing a few at a time.
A bit more work ⭐⭐
Treat stains before washing. Pre-treating stains will save having to put clothes through the wash more than once.
Water saving hero ⭐⭐⭐
Is your machine nearing the end of its life? When it’s time to buy a new washing machine, invest in one that’s as water efficient as possible. Most modern machines have water saving modes that keep water and energy use to a minimum.
Lose the hose, get a butt!
Easy win ⭐
Put the hosepipe down and grab a watering can. It takes a bit longer with a watering can, but you’ll find you waste a lot less water, targeting only the areas that need watering.
A bit more work ⭐⭐
Get a water butt – or better still get two! They give you a plentiful supply of free rainwater to keep your plants hydrated, help you to save on your bills (if you have a water meter) and you can even link multiple butts together using butt lining kits. What’s not to love?
Water saving hero ⭐⭐⭐
Make sure that your garden uses water as efficiently as possible. With a bit of planning and preparation, you can create a water efficient sanctuary in no time. Take a look at our water saving garden tips.
Adopt a water saving culture
Easy win ⭐
Create a water saving culture for staff and customers that asks them to follow some simple rules, like turning off taps after use, using the correct dual flush button and not washing up under a running tap.
A bit more work ⭐⭐
Develop a water efficient environmental policy that includes appointing a water saving ambassador/officer, a recurring review of your water usage, and sets deadlines and targets for improvements.
Water saving hero ⭐⭐⭐
Invest in water saving technology that will have a long-term impact. Install dual flush efficient cisterns, low flow taps and shower valves, and automatic or push self-closing taps, that can really help save water in the long run.
Your winter water health check
Easy win ⭐
An unexpected spell of cold weather is often the time people find out their boiler or heating system has a problem. Get it serviced at the start of winter and you’ll know it’s fighting fit and working efficiently to keep you warm all winter.
A bit more work ⭐⭐
If you’re going on holiday or visiting relatives for Christmas and leaving the house empty, don’t forget to keep your heating on low (min 14ºC). This will help to stop your pipes freezing.
Water saving hero ⭐⭐⭐
Look after pipes that are in locations exposed to cold air – the garage, loft or outdoors. Wrap them up with lagging or fit pipe insulation to help prevent them freezing and bursting.
Visitors & tourists
Easy win ⭐
If the toilet has a dual flush, just use the small flush whenever possible.
A bit more work ⭐⭐
Bedding and towels don’t need changing every day.
Water saving hero ⭐⭐⭐
If you notice any leaky pipes or dripping taps in your holiday home, let the site manager know.