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On average, sinks are 15% of indoor water use.<ref name="autogenerated1"/> There are, however, easy methods to rectify excessive water loss. Available for purchase is a screw-on aerator. This device works by combining water with air thus generating a frothy substance that has more moisture and reduces water usage by half. Additionally, there is a flip-valve available that allows flow to be turned off and back on at the previously reached temperature. Finally, a [http://web.archive.org/web/20140422131655/http://www.toolbase.org/Technology-Inventory/Plumbing/laminar-flow-fixtures laminar flow device] creates a 1.5-2.4 gpm stream of water that reduces water usage by half, but can be turned to normal water level when optimal. | On average, sinks are 15% of indoor water use.<ref name="autogenerated1"/> There are, however, easy methods to rectify excessive water loss. Available for purchase is a screw-on aerator. This device works by combining water with air thus generating a frothy substance that has more moisture and reduces water usage by half. Additionally, there is a flip-valve available that allows flow to be turned off and back on at the previously reached temperature. Finally, a [http://web.archive.org/web/20140422131655/http://www.toolbase.org/Technology-Inventory/Plumbing/laminar-flow-fixtures laminar flow device] creates a 1.5-2.4 gpm stream of water that reduces water usage by half, but can be turned to normal water level when optimal. | ||
In addition to buying the above devices, one can live more sustainably by checking sinks for leaks, and fixing these links if they exist. According to the EPA, "A small drip from a worn faucet washer can waste 20 gallons of water per day, while larger leaks can waste hundreds of gallons":<ref name="autogenerated1"/> When using a sink, being more aware of water usage is a very simple way to use water more sustainably. For instance, when washing dishes by hand, it is not necessary to leave the water running for rinsing. It is more sustainable to rinse dishes simultaneously. | In addition to buying the above devices, one can live more sustainably by checking sinks for leaks, and fixing these links if they exist. According to the EPA, "A small drip from a worn faucet washer can waste 20 gallons of water per day, while larger leaks can waste hundreds of gallons":<ref name="autogenerated1"/> When using a sink, being more aware of water usage is a very simple way to use water more sustainably. For instance, when washing dishes by hand, it is not necessary to leave the water running for rinsing. It is more sustainable to rinse dishes simultaneously. | ||
On average, dishwashing consumes 1% of indoor water use.<ref name="autogenerated1"/> When using a dishwasher{{w|dishwasher}}, water can be conserved by only running the machine when it is completely full. Additionally, it can be set to Lowflow setting, in order to use less water per wash cycle. The enzymatic detergents{{w|detergents}} available clean dishes more efficiently and more successfully with a smaller amount of water at a lower temperature. | On average, dishwashing consumes 1% of indoor water use.<ref name="autogenerated1"/> When using a [[dishwasher]]{{w|dishwasher}}, water can be conserved by only running the machine when it is completely full. Additionally, it can be set to Lowflow setting, in order to use less water per wash cycle. The enzymatic [[detergents]]{{w|detergents}} available clean dishes more efficiently and more successfully with a smaller amount of water at a lower temperature. | ||
====Washing machines==== | ====Washing machines==== |