10 Tips To Save Energy In The Bathroom

The bathroom may be small (6 m² on average), it consumes a lot of energy! For heating of course, but also and above all for hot water. Small and large solutions, here are our tips to save energy today, without sacrificing your comfort.

Shower In Eco Mode

It is well known that taking a shower rather than a bath uses much less hot water. As long as we don’t stay there for 20 minutes. To make the pleasure last (a little) without increasing the bill, here are 3 smart ideas.

• In a jiffy: the aerator to add to your taps. It limits the water output rate while optimizing the jet pressure.
• All-in-one on the same principle: the economical shower. The key is up to 75% savings in hot water!
• And for those who don’t see the time passing in the shower: the connected shower head ! Green color, relax; blue: start rinsing; pink: last rinse; red: it’s time to go out!
• Flashing red: you are exaggerating!

Turn Off Hot Water While Soaping And Brushing Teeth

It’s a simple gesture that we don’t always do.

Fortunately, there are smart devices to help us acquire this reflex!

• The mixer saves 10% of water compared to a conventional mixer tap and can be closed with one hand or even with one finger. No more excuses!
• Better still, the infrared mixer tap is even more economical: you keep your hands away, it cuts the water automatically. Thanks, WHO?

Heat The Water Yes, Boil It No!

The more you heat the water to wash, the more you spend. Set the temperature of your hot water tank between 55 to 60 ° C: this is enough to limit the development of pathogenic bacteria, and this prevents scaling of your water heater, which will suddenly live longer. And hop, another economy by the way!

Heat Water Much Cheaper

Save energy to heat water is economical or even free, the bill becomes lighter! Several solutions are available to you:

• Associated with heating, hot water can be produced economically by a wood-fired boiler, a solar water heater or an air-water heat pump.
• Independently of the heating, it can be provided mainly by a solar water heater or by a thermodynamic water heater.

Produce Hot Water As Close As Possible To Your Needs

The further the hot water source is from your bathroom, the more calories it loses en route, and the more you spend to compensate for these heat losses.

If you cannot get your boiler closer, install a booster tank as close as possible to your needs. In all cases, isolate the pipes and your balloon.

Heat at the right time

In the bathroom, the ideal temperature is around 22 ° C. Aim for 21 ° C: one degree less is already 7% save energy done.

But no need to heat as much when you are not there. The solution: program your heating in comfort mode during shower times and in eco mode the rest of the day. Savings can reach 25%!

Save Energy When You Leave

Do not waste your money when you are on vacation or in case of prolonged absence! Before leaving, program your heating and hot water in “vacation” mode. Your devices will restart to welcome you upon your return. Welcome home!

Don’t Let The Cold Come In

One good way to save on heating is to prevent heat from escaping. How? ‘Or’ What? By strengthening the insulation of your front walls and your joinery.

The cold rushes around your window? Apply caulking seals. Is the glazing simple? Replace your window with a double glazed model: the heating savings can reach 15%!

Remove Moisture

In the bathroom, humidity is inevitable. However, the air charged with humidity is more difficult to heat. A good ventilation system is necessary (VMC or aerator).

If it is insufficient, equip yourself with a dehumidifier. Ideally, the humidity level should be between 40 and 60%.

Get On With Save Energy

When washing your bathtub or sink, no need to use hot water. Coldwater cleans up as well!

Is your washing machine in the bathroom? Prefer “eco” programs, which consume less energy. And if your washing machine is also drying, spin your laundry first as much as possible: drying will be faster and cheaper.

One last piece of advice to reduce your energy bill in the bathroom: opt for save energy bulbs like LEDs, champions in the field. You are well lit to save!