With ever increasing energy costs, environmental concerns and a greying population, more people are looking at different ways of helping improve lifestyle, save costs and reducing the impact their activities are having on the environment.
Karen Jervis, Chartered Marketer at Ambiance Bain, explores the advantages of replacing a bath with a shower and why bathroom retailers should be prepared for more consumers asking about the benefits and potential savings to be made by making this change.
It’s common knowledge that shower trays are much easier to step in and out of for everyone, especially the elderly or those who are less able, but when you start to look at the potential water and energy saving benefits, it becomes a very interesting option to explore.
Statistics show that a full bath uses up to 80 litres of water whereas a 5-minute shower around 45 litres, so having a shower can save up to 35 litres compared to a full bath. This huge volume of water must also be heated, consequently by using less water this uses less energy – a win, win for both the environment and your customer’s wallet.
2022 was the 6th driest summer on record and with worrying global warming trends, this doesn’t look set to change anytime soon. This in turn means drought conditions are increasingly possible, so saving water is becoming ever more important.
By replacing a bath with a shower, it’s possible to almost halve the cost of bathing.
However, there are a few things to consider before making the final decision.
You may need a professional installation and possibly a change to your electrics, depending on what type of shower is chosen and the plumbing work might have to be reconfigured to accommodate the different products.
Cleaning a shower area can be made even easier and hygienic by installing wall panelling instead of tiles. With no grout lines to maintain, there is less risk of mould and bacteria build up and you can create more floor space as shower trays don’t have to take up the full area of an existing bath.
A shower can modernise a bathroom and in some cases add value to your property, but you really need to consider those relaxation times, lying back and enjoying the bath time treats.. are you ready to give up that. Alternatively if space is available, why not consider adding a shower room and keeping your luxury for those special times?
Whatever choice is made, bathroom specialists are the best option to guide consumers with design, colours, materials and everything they need to create an ideal solution.
There are so many options on the market today to choose from, engaging with a specialist bathroom retailer, is always the best option to ensure quality standards, the best products for the job and avoid costly errors.
Just a small leak in a bathroom installation can lead to costly damage to your home and delays to completing a bathroom of your dreams. So it is important to choose the right products and quality installation to ensure you get the work done in time and within budget.
