In 2020, the reason 33% of consumers renovated the bathroom was that they did not like the one they had. If you’re planning to upgrade your bathroom, consider choosing green materials. For your personal health and that of your family, using eco-friendly materials can contribute to a healthy lifestyle. Some green remodeling ideas we will discuss are eco-friendly showers and shower heads, green bathtubs, water-saving faucets and toilets, and toxic-free paint.
Eco-friendly Showers and Showerheads
Showers that use technology continue to improve each year. Some showers are controlled by a smartphone, watch, or tablet and each family member that uses it can set the temperature and water flow. It can check your water usage, so it is an excellent product for those that like to check water usage. Some products allow you to lower the temperature of the shower for younger children and older adults that need help.
Many shows installed are made with sustainable eco-friendly materials, safety glass, and have high-pressure rainfall showerheads with adjustable settings like massage, water savers, and long hoses that reach anywhere in the shower or bathtub. Eco-friendly showers may have a steam function that reduces water usage, and some have cycles for timed rinsing. Many new shower technologies have found ways to reduce water usage and supply a spa experience. Because energy use has doubled in the last 20 years, eco-friendly showers are a way to save energy.
Green Bathtubs
When you want an eco-friendly bathtub to soak in, choose one made of sustainable material. Porcelain, natural stone, copper, iron, steel, ceramic are all materials that are natural and can be recycled. Avoid fiberglass and acrylic because they use chemicals and plastics. A freestanding bathtub in the right spot can be a way to relax at the end of the day.
Some consumers like shower and tub combinations to choose between the two methods of washing. Many of these tubs have water-saving features and there are even tubs made of concrete. Tubs do not generally save water, but filling the tub halfway or taking showers and baths can be a way to conserve water and still enjoy a bath too.
Water Saving Faucets and Toilets
Low flow toilets use about six gallons of water per flush and are eco-friendly. They have a dual flush toilet that has options for liquid waste and another for solid waste. You will use less water for liquid waste and more for solid waste. Water Sense toilets are 20% more efficient at saving water than many manufacturers. Composting toilets are often installed on rural vacation properties or camping sites not commonly found in residential areas.
When you look for a green or eco-friendly toilet, look for one that uses less water. With your sinks, look for eco-friendly faucets that have energy-saving features and reduce water usage. Some have a touch screen panel so you can set water usage and amount. There are gadgets like ISave that can be attached to the facet and how much water is being used. It can give you ideas on how to cut down on usage.
Toxic Free Paint
Choose eco-friendly paints with no harmful or toxic chemicals to paint the walls or closet in the bathroom. They are called zero VOC or low VOC paints and are a suitable alternative to traditional paints with chemicals and lead. There is another product called milk paint that is safe for children and pregnant women. It takes more work to use it and you should only mix what you need as it cannot be stored. When removing paint, use safe products and wear safety masks or goggles. Using safe paints will improve the personal health of your family members. The EPA estimates that over 600 million tons of construction debris can be generated in a single year. That is why it is important to remove toxic products in a safe way and dispose of them properly.
Overall, by using eco-friendly products, you will reduce costs and improve your personal health. These are some ways to remodel your bathroom using green or eco-friendly products.