# Going Green in the Bathroom

- Link: https://greenlivingguy.com/2020/02/going-green-in-the-bathroom/
- Published: 2020-02-19T22:46:00-05:00
- Author: greenlivingguy

So to get you started on making the change to an eco-friendly home, there are many
things you can do to make your lavatory much more eco-friendly. That can include
little things like adding a [bidet toilet seat](https://www.health.com/home/best-bidets)
to limit your use of toilet paper or major things like adding a grey water system
to re-use your sink and shower water in your lawn. In addition to those quick ideas,
here are some things to consider for going green in the [bathroom](https://greenlivingguy.com/2017/05/natural-bathroom-cleaning-tips/).

## Water Conservation

Water is a precious resource and we can still do more to save for generations to
come. Reduce water usage in your bathroom by installing a dual-flush toilet. If 
a new toilet isn’t within your budget, try this toilet tank trick: Fill a 1-liter
plastic bottle with sand, pebbles and water. Put the bottle in your [toilet tank](https://greenlivingguy.com/2014/03/fiber-optic-solar-toilet-turns-sewage-to-plant-friend/)
away from moving parts. It will displace some of the water in the tank and ultimately
use less water the next time you flush. 

 

Speaking of toilets that use less water, you may want to replace your old toilet
with a [good quality macerating toilet system](https://www.upflushtoilet.com/collections/saniflo-toilet).
This fixture liquifies waste products and decreases the amount of water used in 
the bathroom, making it ideal if you want an eco-friendly space.

Another way you can reduce water usage is by installing aerating faucets in your
sink and shower. Showers are one of the leading methods of wasting water in the 
bathroom. To conserve water, turn the water off when your washing and shampooing.
Using water when it’s time to rinse can help save hundreds of thousands of gallons
of water over time! 

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## Non-toxic Cleaners

 

Because the bathroom is such a small room in a home, ventilation tends to be a problem.
Especially when it comes to cleaning. There are plenty of options these days for
non-toxic cleaning products, but the best cleaning products are natural ones you
can make with ingredients right from your kitchen. Baking soda and vinegar are staples
of a home for good reason! Mix the two together to create a simple all-purpose cleaner
that will remove surface stains and sanitize your bathroom surfaces without the 
eye-watering, nose-tingling symptoms of traditional bathroom cleaners. 

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## Natural Fibers

 

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p style=”margin-bottom: 0;”>Do you use a shower curtain? If so, is it PVC free? 
Polyvinyl Chloride plastic, or PVC plastic, releases chemical gases and odors and,
more importantly, cannot be recycled. When using shower curtains, use natural, mold
resistant curtain materials or PVC-free shower curtains. Your bathroom should also
have adequate ventilation to ensure your shower curtain won’t grow mold. The best
option for a shower is a glass door, which removes the threat PVC materials pose
altogether. You can use natural fibers in other areas of the bathroom as well, such
as organic cotton or bamboo towels and washcloths. Bamboo towels are fast drying
and made out of a highly sustainable and renewable resource.  Organic cotton towels
are made without the use of pesticides and harsh chemicals in the weaving process.

 

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