The Case for Recycled Water Showers-and 3 Other Kitchen and Bath Innovations from KBIS
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The Case for Recycled Water Showers-and 3 Other Kitchen and Bath Innovations from KBIS
"Kohler says the Anthem EvoCycle is designed to "conserve without compromise," and reportedly delivers up to 80% water savings while maintaining full water pressure. The company also notes it can be installed by any licensed plumber, which removes one of the biggest barriers to adoption for a product like this."
"After showers, toilets are among the biggest water wasters in the home. According to the EPA, flushing accounts for nearly 30% of indoor water use. Toto's Aurora Washlet+ S7A One-Piece Toilet features what the brand calls its Integravity System—a dual-valve, nested-tank design engineered to clean the bowl and rim up to five times more effectively than standard gravity flush systems—while using just 1.28 or 1.0 gallons per flush."
"In recent years, crystalline silica has come under an industry microscope, as researchers have revealed the health hazards of fabricating silica-dense engineered stone. Several manufacturers have pivoted to low- and no-silica compositions—Cosentino, Purevana, and Caesarstone among them. This season, Cosentino is adding to its low-dose offering with the unveiling of Éclos, a new portfolio of low-silica and recycled mineral surfaces."
Kohler's Anthem EvoCycle showerhead conserves up to 80% water while maintaining full pressure and can be installed by any licensed plumber. Low-flush toilets represent major water conservation opportunities, as toilets account for nearly 30% of indoor water use. Toto's Aurora Washlet+ S7A uses 1.28 or 1.0 gallons per flush with its Integravity System for superior cleaning, while Kohler's Leap Dual-Wand Smart Toilet operates at 1.0-1.28 GPF and the Numi 2.0 achieves 0.8 GPF, compared to standard toilets using 1.6 GPF. Engineered stone manufacturers are addressing crystalline silica health concerns by developing low- and no-silica compositions, with Cosentino introducing Éclos, a new portfolio featuring low-silica and recycled mineral surfaces.
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