Tips and ideas for water efficiency at home

In many areas, fresh water can be a scarce and precious resource. All our kitchen and bathroom taps come with a tap aerator that combines air with the water stream and generates a smooth gentle flow, while helping to reduce water waste.

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Tips that can help you use water efficiently

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Take some pressure off

Kitchen taps, shower heads and hand showers fitted with a built-in aerator have a reduced water flow – without you noticing any difference in the water pressure. Saving you water without any extra hassle.

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Stop the dripping

A dripping tap wastes water. By turning off the tap completely or replacing worn parts, you can prevent wasting water. It’s all about prolonging the life of the things you already have.

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Don’t let it run

The smallest steps or changes in behaviour can save money and resources. Many of us brush our teeth or shave while the tap is running. If you turn off the tap when you aren’t using it, you can save water.

Products that can help you use water efficiently

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Black abs plastic sink nozzle, cylindrical with a textured grip, designed for ergonomic use.

Modern bathroom faucet with sleek chrome finish on white basin, set against turquoise tiles. Ergonomic design and two water mode settings.

ÅBÄCKEN Mist nozzle for mixer tap

Price 4,99€

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A BERGVATTNET shower booster. Its grey with a blue button, made of plastic. Cylindrical shape, designed to enhance water flow.

Silver BERGVATTNET shower booster mounted on pink tiles, small, chrome-finished, acrylic body.

BERGVATTNET Booster for hand shower

Price 7,99€

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Blue & grey BERGVATTNET shower bucket with blue handle & removable shelf

Modern bathroom with blue BERGVATTNET shower bucket, 8l capacity, removable shelf.

BERGVATTNET Bucket, 8 l

Price 9,99€

BERGVATTNET water metre, grey, plastic, digital display, blue top, compact design.

BERGVATTNET water metre, blue, plastic, wall-mounted, monitors water use, small but noticeable.

BERGVATTNET Water meter for shower

Price 39,99€

More tips and ideas

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Save your shower water

If you run your shower before hopping in, you can use a lightweight but durable jug or watering can to collect the water while it warms up. Ready to get your plants refreshed as soon as you are.

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Shrink your sink

Filling your sink uses a lot of water, especially if the sink is large. And you probably don’t need that much water for most washing-up tasks. Try placing a smaller tub in the sink to wash up in instead.

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Air semi-clean clothes

Hanging semi-clean garments to air on a rack or clothes rail, instead of washing them, may get you an extra day’s wear and mean one less wash. Saving not only water, but also wear and tear.

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Only run the dishwasher when it’s fully loaded

A dishwasher can be a great way to get all those dirty dishes clean while you do something else. To make sure you use water and energy in the best way, remember to only run the dishwasher when fully loaded.

Tips and ideas that make a difference at home

More and more people want to make considered choices about energy, food, water and waste at home. We've gathered some practical information and ideas across a few key areas - to help you find what works for you.

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More food options

Small changes to what you eat can add up. Explore plant-based alternatives and easy everyday habits - from meat-free Mondays to growing your own herbs.

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Create less waste

Even when you live frugally, there’s always a certain amount of household waste. But there are some simple ways to reuse what you have and reduce waste at home.

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Make it last

Find out about the small steps you can take to repurpose, repair, reuse or resell your IKEA furniture.

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Use less energy

So many parts of the home can have a direct impact on your energy use. Fortunately, we have some quick tricks for you to save energy at home.

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Use less water

With a fresh look at your household habits, you could save many litres of precious fresh water every day. Take a look at our smart solutions to save water at home.

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Small changes, every day

At IKEA, we're optimists - we believe that small, everyday changes add up. Explore the products, services and tips we offer. how.

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Increase your water awareness with the BERGVATTNET collection

By reducing water flow rates, monitoring consumption and collecting water that would otherwise go to waste, the products help you turn a more water-efficient everyday life into routine.

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