It’s common knowledge that a shower uses less water and energy than a bath… but, is that really true? In some scenarios it has been observed that a power shower can actually use more resources than a bath in 6 minutes of operation. Some people’s setups can feature older pipework with a wide diameter. Also, the shower head itself and shower setup can have a huge effect on the output of the shower. Many older systems were not eco conscious and have no limits built into them.
Aside from how long you spend in the shower, the volume of water you consume depends on the type of shower you have, and the shower head attached.
What is a low flow shower head?
A showerhead that is limited in it’s water flow rate is known as a low flow shower head. There are impressive devices on the market that can not only limit the water flow rate, saving you money, and the planet, but it will actually improve the usage of the water to give you a better shower.
Lowflow showerheads: Ecocamel have a solution that makes use of air, by injecting it into the water flow, it creates a softer waterflow that doesnt splash off the skin so much, but still feels powerful.
The showerheads created by Ecocamel mix air into the water flow, which means that less water is actually required to give the same feel. A lot of other manufacturers and solutions on the market simply fit a flow restrictor into the head, to limit it.
Could a low flow shower head benefit me?
To see if a low flow or water saving shower head could benefit you, put a two-litre container in the shower floor – if it takes less than 12 seconds to fill when the shower’s running on full, a water saving shower head will cut your usage.
The Ecocamel range of low flow shower heads are the best shower heads for low water flow problems. The mixing of the air with the water causes turbulence and an increased sense of pressure from the head, whilst using less water than a traditional shower head.
Find out more about low flow shower heads from Ecocamel – visit the Ecocamel site, where you will find the range of eco shower heads and lots of data on how they can help you save money, energy.
