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Shower
Buy a low-flow showerhead
Bricor B100Max 1.0 GPM Showerhead
With Bricor's Vacuum Flow Technology, this showerhead delivers a one-gallon-per-minute flow stream.ETL Oxygenics SkinCare Showerhead 630-XLF 1.5
This showerhead, with a maximum flow rate of 1.5 gallons per minute, is exceptionally water-efficient, and is also "self-pressurizing."Gaiam "Lowest Flow" Showerhead
This showerhead averages 1.2 to 1.4 gallons per minute, cutting water use by 50 to 70 percent.
Use a shower timer
Hot Water Specialists Temperature Controllers
Meant to help you achieve a consistent temperature for your daily showers, these digital gadgets let you dial in precise temp settings. The eco-functionality comes with the “Shower Saver” setting, which gives you control of the total gallons used per shower.Ripple Products Basic Shower Timer
Go old-school with this simple little sand shower timer. Each turn of this PVC-free device will give you four minutes (challenge yourself to keep it to one turn!). It suctions to your shower wall, so should stay in place, too!Sony AM/FM/Weather Shower CD Clock Radio
Get the tunes cranking to get you moving more quickly in the morning with either the radio or your own choice of music. It’s even got a count down timer that allows you to stay on schedule.Steamist Quality Timer/Temp Control
Made out of polished chrome, this programmable device lets you control both the length and temperature of your showers. It’s solidly constructed, and a bit expensive, but it should get you and your water-hungry teenagers in eco-shape in no time.The Shower Manager
Shorten your showers without an annoying buzzer. This shower management system will let you set a time-goal for your shower, during which you’ll get full power water flow. Once that time’s elapsed, it’ll turn the water down by half, subtly prompting you to wrap it up.Waterproof Digital Shower Coach
Now you can take your ducky into the shower, too (although these timers come in other shapes as well). Set this little timer for anywhere from one to 99 minutes and then wait for the beeps to remind you that your time is up.
Buy natural household cleaners
Biokleen Natural Household Cleaners
Biokleen offers a full line of biodegradable, eco-friendly household cleaners. It also has a complete line of toxin-free soy-based cleaners.Earth Friendly Kleeners
From floor to shower and everywhere in between, Earth Friendly's line of biodegradable cleaning products are free of enzymes, phosphates, chlorine, cocamide DEA, DEA, petroleum, and alcohol, and are scented with natural oils like tea tree and lavender.Eco-Products Eco Cleaners
Eco-Products features a full line of bathroom, kitchen, glass, and surface cleaners, free from toxics and harmful ingredients.Ecover Ecological Floor Soap
Ecover's specialized floor soap contains natural linseed oil, but they don't stop there. From dishes to laundry to shower to counter tops, check out Ecover's line of eco-friendly cleaning products.Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day Products
Mrs. Meyer's aromatherapeutic cleaning supplies are made with natural essential oils, are biodegradable and phosphate-free, and never tested on animals.Natural Choices Home Safe Products
Natural Choices offers a complete line of cleaning products that are environmentally safe, nontoxic, and derived from natural raw materials whenever possible.Petganics floor cleaner
This nontoxic floor cleaner is safe for humans, the environment, and most importantly, your pet.Seaside Naturals simple. pure. clean natural cleaners
This all-natural line of cleaning products combines the power of plant- and vegetable-based ingredients with pure essential oils for their cleaning properties and aromatherapy health benefits.Seventh Generation Free and Clear All Purpose Cleaner
Seventh Generation products use plant-based cleaning agents making them nontoxic, free of unpleasant fumes, petroleum, and dangerous chemicals. They are biodegradable, vegan, and cruelty-free.Shaklee Basic H2™ Organic Super Cleaning Concentrate
These ultraconcentrated products add up to powerful cleaners when mixed with water. A mere 16 ounces becomes 48 gallons of a versatile cleaner that's nontoxic and biodegradable.The Clean Environment Company Natural Cleaners
This full line of cleaning products is safer for the environment and human health and has a proven record in commercial operations.
Reduce the thermostat setting on your water heater
Intermatic Electric Water Heater Timer
This timer will turn the water heating element of your water heater off during low-use periods. Control the energy flow with 12 ON/OFF settings.
Install a solar thermal water heater
EagleSun Solar Water Heaters
The EagleSun line of 80 and 120 gallon drainback solar water heating systems, designed for families with three to six members, have fewer system components than other active solar systems so they are relatively low maintenance.Helio-Flo Solar Water Heater
An inexpensive solar water heating system requiring little maintenance. It's suitable in milder climates and areas with soft (not hard) water conditions.KingSolar Water Heater
This drainback solar water heating system is designed to meet the needs of a household of 3 or 4 adults. This system converts any water heater into a solar-powered water heater.SolarRoofs.com
Get a custom-built solar water heater for your business that's low-profile and light weight with self-balancing features. The Skyline® collectors are durable and have a 150 mph wind rating.
Use a non-vinyl shower curtain
Coyuchi Organic cotton shower curtain
This simple shower curtain is made from 75 percent organic cotton and 25 percent linen in a damask weave pattern. Measures 72” (long) by 70” (wide).Equita Organic cotton shower curtain
Add some flair to your bathroom with this colorfull, paisley-inspired shower curtain made of 100 percent organic cotton and low-impact dyes. It’s also sweatshop-free! Also comes in a starbust pattern.Health Goods Recycled fabric shower curtain
Choose one of these shower curtains made from recycled plastics and you’ll be cutting the energy used to make it by 130,000 BTUs. It’s polyester, so easy to clean and care for, mold-resistant, water-repellent, and won’t shrink. Comes in a variety of colors and sizes.IKEA PEVA shower curtain
PEVA is a non-vinyl alternative to traditional plastic shower curtains. As with all IKEA products, there are a number of funky colors and patterns, most for under $20. They even carry a clear version for $1.79 (although none are available online).Rawganique Organic hemp shower curtain
These eco-friendly shower curtains are made from 100 percent organic European hemp, will not off-gas while you shower, and are also sweatshop-free. They come in seven different colors and two sizes—stall and full.TerraLunaSol Organic cotton shower curtain
Made from 100 percent organic cotton twill, this shower curtain does not require a liner and is machine washable. Stylish and durable, it measures 72” x 72” and comes with either mahogany or avocado accents.VitaFutura PEVA shower curtains
From frogs to penguins to fish to elephants, there’s a stylish PEVA shower curtain for every adventurous home decorator here. But if you’re a little more conservative, they’ve also got more subdued patterns and colors.West Elm Organic cotton ikat shower curtain
Your bathroom will pop with this zigzag patterned shower curtain made of organic cotton voile. Although a fabric liner is recommended, it’s machine washable. Comes in either copperplate/espresso or white/fawn color combinations.
Buy bath enclosures
Alumax Bath Enclosures
Alumax offers a complete line of bath enclosures of all shapes and sizes with glass finishes like Clear, Starphire, Obscure, Storm, Mist, Rain, and Crystal Frost.Glass By Design Bath Enclosures
With all kinds of angles (right angle, neo angle, and custom angles) as well as in-line and mirror door options, you'll be able to find something perfect for your bathroom. This bath enclosure manufacturer will ship anywhere in the US.Mr. Shower Door Bath Enclosures
Mr. Shower Door has many showrooms across the country where hundreds of frameless, semi-frameless, and fully-framed units are on display. They come in a range of styles and colors, too.Seminole Shower Enclosures
Offering custom frameless shower doors, classic by-pass doors, and simple hinged doors. Their glass can be ordered as clear or with a "rain" finish as well.
Buy eco-friendly bath towels
DownBOUND.com Hemp Towels
Made in Romania by a company that uses local hemp grown in accordance with the European Union's organic certification regulations. The towels are dyed using environmentally friendly fiber-reactive dyes, and with plant-based dyes.EcoBathroom Bamboo Towel
These are made in China with 100 percent bamboo, a highly absorbent, naturally antibacterial fiber. The white towels are not dyed. Available in bath, hand, and washcloth sizes and in sets.Gaiam Organic Cotton Towels
These 100 percent organic cotton towels show off in 10 colors created with low-impact dyes. The terry towels are also made without chlorine. The company offers two lines of towels: one is 500 grams and the other is thicker at 800 grams.Rawganique Hemp Towel
These terry towels are made from organically grown European hemp (65 percent) and Certified Organic cotton (35 percent). Available in “Ecu Natural” color, which is a light cream color achieved without bleaches or dyes. These towels are hefty and get softer with use.SDH Legna Bath Towel
Legna towels are made from sustainable harvested wood fiber. But at around $170 for a set of two bath sheets, this silky soft towel is definitely a "luxury" item. The looped towel is made of 100 percent wood fiber, and the terry is 70 percent wood and 30 percent cotton.VivaTerra Organic Cotton Towels
These 100 percent cotton towels are Certified Organic. They are made without heavy metal dyes, chlorine bleach, or any synthetic finishing agents. Available in bath, hand, and face towel sizes in four colors.Wildflower Organics Bamboo Towel
These towels are 25 percent Certified Organic cotton and 75 percent plantation grown bamboo. This unique blend is woven into Nandina Bamboo, and the colors are created using low-impact or organic dyes.
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1:27pm
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