Aerator - a simple way to save water

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There are hundreds of ways to save water described on the Internet. However, only some of them are noteworthy enough to be used systematically. One of the solutions that does not require much effort and is relatively cheap is an aerator. A device that is mounted on the end of the tap. It allows you to save from about 10 to even 80% of water. Depending on the construction, number of holes and degree of aeration. In my opinion, this is not only a great solution financially. Also ecologically and humanely at a time when the world lacks drinking water. And saving is also forced by its rising prices.

Operation of the aerator
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An aerator is also called an aerator or an air supply . Its construction causes the water flowing out of the tap to be aerated. The injector effect causes the air to be sucked in. Where it mixes with the water and oxygenates it in the form of bubbles. This causes the volume and strength of the stream to drop slightly. And the amount of water used to be ecuador whatsapp database reduced. This of course translates into lower bills.
The normal flow of water in a standard tap is usually within the range of 10 - 15 liters per minute. Depending on the pressure in the water supply. Reducing the flow with an aerator to about 5 - 6 liters per minute means a 50% saving. Imagine about 50% lower bills for water and sewage. Of course, a flow of 2 - 3 liters per minute will be too low to provide sufficient water pressure for most customers. Therefore, it is not worth overdoing it by choosing an aerator that is too economical.
The advantage of using an aerator is the fact that the water does not splash to the sides. Just like in a regular tap without such a tip.
Like most devices, the aerator also wears out . It should be taken care of by regularly cleaning it from sediments. Due to water, scale collects there. And from the cleaner, sand and various impurities can also get through the pipes. Fortunately, cleaning the aerator is very simple. Just turn it, clean it with a used brush, for example, and wash it under running water.

Aerator saves water
The operation of the aerator allows you to save water in three ways:

Reducing the costs of heating water through lower water consumption.
By limiting the amount of cold water used.
Reducing the amount of wastewater thus produced.
Selecting a faucet aerator
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Not everyone knows that many taps already have a factory-installed aerator. This is usually a plastic mesh screwed onto its end. However, this end most often has holes that are too large and a structure that is too simple to provide the proper effect of the aerator. Similarly to the cheapest, lowest quality Chinese aerators. So I do not recommend using them, because the effects can be poor. And the low-quality plastic used can quickly become covered with scale.

Before buying an aerator, pay attention to what thread your spout has. The two most popular are:

An aerator screwed into the tap with an external, fine thread - M24x1
Aerator screwed onto the tap with internal thread – M22x1
In addition to choosing a device with an appropriate structure, it is also important to select the parameters of the aerator . Adapted to the room and the functions it performs. In the kitchen, the aerator should provide a water flow of no less than approx. 6 l/min. So that filling the dishes does not take too long. The tap above the sink in the bathroom can have a capacity of 4-5 liters per minute. This strength of the concentrated stream is enough to wash your hands, teeth and face. It is not worth installing an aerator on a tap above the bathtub. Filling it with water will take longer and will cause the water in the bathtub to cool down faster. Another option is to buy a more expensive (from a dozen or so zlotys) adjustable aerator. In which we will choose the strength and amount of flowing water ourselves. Adjusting the aerator to the place where it will be used.