Practical tips to save water in the bathroom

Caring for the environment and natural resources is one of the main goals of today’s society, and at Gala, we are 100% committed to respecting and protecting nature. That’s why, for several years now, we have been working to achieve greater energy efficiency and reduce the consumption of natural resources—especially something as scarce as water—across all our production processes. But we don’t want to stop there. Small actions can also contribute to preserving natural resources, and that’s something we work on every day: innovating to offer you products that help you contribute to this shared goal—almost without realizing it. Want to know everything you can do to save water in the bathroom? Grab a pen and paper, because we’re about to share all the tricks.

2025-04-21

Faucets that help (a lot) to save water

Opening a regular faucet is not the same as using one with a flow limiter. The difference, in fact, can be measured in liters of water. These flow reducers ensure a maximum consumption (5 liters per minute, for example), regardless of whether the handle is fully open or not. A very useful feature in sinks, showers, and bathtubs.

Meanwhile, the two-step opening system featured in faucets like Balance allows you to save 50% of water each time you use it. These faucets have two positions, and when you lift the handle, there’s slight resistance at the first stage. This point delivers only half the flow—yet it’s enough for daily tasks like washing hands or brushing teeth. And if you need more water, simply open the handle all the way.

Just the right time: electronic faucets

Not letting the water run unnecessarily is key to reducing consumption. That’s why installing an electronic faucet in your bathroom is a great idea. It’s activated by a sensor and only works while it detects hand movement in front—making it impossible to leave it running by accident!

Another option, especially useful in public spaces, is timed faucets. These are activated by a top button and dispense water for a limited time, making consumption easy to control. Gala’s timed faucets also include a flow limiter.

A shower is better than a bath

A shower uses much less water than filling the bathtub. Still, don’t overdo it—an average 15-minute shower consumes about 150 liters of water.

A good tip to use only the water you really need is to install a thermostatic faucet like the ones in the Gala catalog. These devices maintain a constant water temperature, and when you turn them on, the water is already at the desired temperature. Just imagine how much water you could save with a thermostatic shower instead of waiting for the temperature to adjust every day.

Less water with every flush

Have you ever thought about how much water is wasted with each toilet flush? It’s a lot of liters. That’s why it’s important to have a dual-flush system. These systems let you choose between a partial or full tank flush, since a full flush isn’t always necessary. Just consider this: dual-flush toilets can reduce water use per person per year by up to 43,000 liters—40% less than toilets without this option.