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6 Ways to Create a More Sustainable Bathroom
TOTO says simple maintenance and fixture upgrades can cut water use, with leaks wasting about 9,400 gallons a year per household, the EPA says.
- On Monday, October 12, 2026, TOTO released guidance for homeowners on creating more sustainable bathrooms, emphasizing small changes to daily habits, routine maintenance, and upgraded plumbing fixtures.
- Conserving water is essential for an environmentally friendly household; the EPA reports that the average household wastes approximately 9,400 gallons of water annually due to leaks.
- Showering accounts for nearly 17% of residential indoor water use; consumers can upgrade to TOTO's 2-Mode Showerhead or practice a "Navy shower" by turning off the tap while lathering.
- Upgrading to EPA WaterSense-labeled toilets delivers significant water savings, with models using 1.0 or 1.28 gallons per flush representing 37.5% or 20% reductions compared to the 1.6 GPF federal standard.
- Maintaining fixtures extends their lifespan and conserves resources; homeowners should follow manufacturers' care instructions, ventilate bathrooms to control moisture, and remove mineral buildup on faucets to prevent premature aging.
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6 Ways to Create a More Sustainable Bathroom
(Feature Impact) Conserving water, energy and resources is key to running an environmentally friendly household, and one of the best places to start is your bathroom. As one of the most frequently used rooms in the house, it's a small space that makes a big difference. Every flush, shower, twist of the tap and restock of restroom essentials is an opportunity to manage your ecological footprint.
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