2007-01-08 12:51:44 · 6 answers · asked by xberix3 1 in Environment
I couldn't tell you how much water is wasted while adjusting for temperature, but I do know one way of eliminating that waste. Put a bucket under the tub faucet to collect the water as you adjust the temperature, and take it out when the water is the right temperature so you can take your shower. Save the bucket of water and use it later to water your garden or something. I read that a while back in one of the "Tightwad Gazette" books (sorry, forgot the author).
2007-01-08 13:02:12 · answer #1 · answered by M 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Not enough information. You would have to know the flow rate of the showerhead and the amount of time until the desired temperature is reached. Often you can find the flow of hot water in your home and save water by running it according to the pipe flow.
For example, if the upstairs bath receives water before the downstairs shower, then have your little brother take a bath before you take a shower. You don't waste any water in the bath.
2007-01-08 12:56:43 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The water either goes back to the earth or a treatment facility. That is like asking how much water is wasted when it rains.
2007-01-08 13:05:15 · answer #3 · answered by kreeplx 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Depends on your pressure and shower head, and how good of a water heater you have.
Plug up your tub and measure the water afterwards.
2007-01-08 12:55:55 · answer #4 · answered by ßαßε 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
In my house, none. I flow it into a bucket and dump the bucket in the washing machine.
2007-01-08 15:02:49 · answer #5 · answered by Ed 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
4.42 Gallons.
2007-01-08 12:56:02 · answer #6 · answered by Scott G 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋