GO GREEN BATHROOM SARAH SAYS 'Used grey water from your bathroom can be reused to water your garden. A simple system doesn't take long to install, and will divert the used water into an underground tank or water butt.' WASHING WISELY When it comes to eco credentials, your bathroom can be a danger zone. The toilet alone accounts for around 27% of the average home's water use! Showers win over baths every time, as they use less water. But even then you shouldn't loiter: five minutes is better than 10! Other ways you can be greener include fitting an aerated or low-flow shower head and using recycled toilet paper. Opt for eco-friendly cleaners: buy a green range or make your own with a cup of white vinegar and a quarter of a cup of baking soda, plus a few drops of your favourite essential oil to make your smallest room smell great. AIR TIME Save water by fitting flow regulators to showers and aerators to taps TAP INTO IT Turn the tap off when washing your face or brushing your teeth - this can save two litres of water a time FULL FLUSH Choose a dual flush toilet; 6l flush for solid waste and 4l for non solid waste, helping save water > www.athomemagazine.co.uk NOVEMBER 2015 | 19