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Water & Energy Saving Solutions Water Saving and Energy-Efficient Solutions for Your Home
By Ray Hunter
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omeowners who want to reduce energy bills and do their part to help save the environment are choosing to add some high-efficiency upgrades to their homes.
“There are many small ways to save energy and water around your home or building that won’t break the bank,” said Lorelei Schweickert, Outside Builder Sales of Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery. “Homeowners and contractors are savvier when it comes to selecting kitchen, bath, and lighting products that save water and energy.” Ferguson is the largest wholesale distributor of commercial and residential plumbing supplies in the United States. “When customers ask about sustainable products, such as an environmentally friendly shower option, they want to know about product performance. There is still the perception that for water savings, you must give up the water pressure,” Schweickert said. “However, design innovations have become so sophisticated today. Most customers are pleasantly surprised to learn that you can still have a luxurious showering experience while saving natural resources.”
1 Hansgrohe “Raindance” Showerheads are equipped with AirPower. In this case, air is drawn in through the spray disc over a large surface and used to enrich the water. The bobbling rain shower creates a great feeling of well-being and reduces water consumption at the same time. Photo courtesy of Hansgrohe at Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery.
There are several ways to make the most out of your water delivery systems. Some eco-friendly options that ensure pressure and performance in the shower are air-infused and multi-functional showerheads. “Air-infused showerheads mix water with air to give you the feel of a heavier spray. It delivers air-enriched drops that are fuller, lighter, and softer,” Schweickert said. “The result is an invigorating, high-performance spray. A great example of this is the Hansgrohe “Raindance” Showerhead.” Schweickert said the multi-functional showerheads incorporate a more concentrated spray pattern and help you get the most out of your water pressure. She also suggests a two-in-one shower column which gives you the best of both worlds with a showerhead and hand shower. “With the steam shower, the homeowner can combine showering—part of their normal routine—with the spa experience of lounging in a sauna in the comforts and privacy of their own home,” Schweickert said. “All steam shower options from ThermaSol feature generators that produce steam in seconds, not minutes, and systems are 100% digital including Bluetooth technology and a mobile app that controls water temperature, light and music devices.”
14 • September/October 2021 • Kentucky Homes & Gardens
