Water saving tips

The hot weather continues and there is no sign of any real rain. The garden is desperate for water and the grass has gone brown.

If we keep using water like we do now, by 2055, we could be short by 5 billion litres a day in England.

We all use more water than we think. The average person estimates they use 30 litres a day; in reality it's nearer 140 litres.

Saving 28 litres (about a kitchen sink full) in England or 38 litres (3 buckets) in Wales per person, per day will ensure there's enough water for generations to come.

So what can we do in our homes :

Tips for saving water

• Shorten your shower

Four minutes total should do it. Setting a timer is easier than it sounds.

Fix those leaks
A dripping tap can waste up to 15 litres a day, while a leaky loo loses 400 litres a day.

• Swap the hose for a bucket or watering can

You'll do the same job with much less water.

Use a washing up bowl
If it takes you more than a minute to do the dishes, you'll save water with a bowl.

Go eco mode for your appliances
Eco mode on your dishwasher and washing machine can save up to 10 litres a day

• Re-use water from the kitchen on the garden- like the water used to wash potatoes, salads etc.

• Save the cold water that comes out of the tap before the hot  kicks in, and use this on the garden.

• Forget the grass it will grow back when it rains. Concentrate on watering newly planted plants.

Plan ahead

• Install a dual flush toilet

• Upgrade your shower head

A proper water saving head can halve your water use.

go to the Let’s save water WEBSITE

https://letssavewater.com

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