Honestly, I’ve run into the same thing with “eco” stuff that just doesn’t cut it in real life. It’s wild how some things pass testing but don’t work in an actual kitchen or bathroom. You’re right though—sometimes the label feels more like marketing than real-world helpful. I’ve found a couple of water-saving gadgets that actually work, but it took a lot of trial and error. Don’t get discouraged… there are good ones out there, just gotta dig a bit.
sometimes the label feels more like marketing than real-world helpful
Totally get what you mean. I’ve swapped out a few faucets for “low-flow” ones that were supposed to save water, but some just made washing dishes a pain. Ever notice how some showerheads claim to save water but end up making showers twice as long? I’m curious—did you find any brands that actually held up over time?
I hear you on the low-flow stuff. Some of those “eco” faucets just feel like a trickle, and then you end up running them longer anyway. I’ve had a couple customers complain about clogged aerators too—seems like hard water makes it worse. Ever run into issues with those little restrictor inserts? I’ve had to pull a few out just so folks could rinse a pot properly. Wonder if there’s a sweet spot between saving water and actually getting the job done...
Yeah, I’ve dealt with those restrictor inserts plenty. Here’s what I’ve noticed:
- Most tenants complain about low flow, especially in kitchens. If it takes forever to fill a pot, they’re not happy.
- Hard water definitely clogs up aerators faster. I keep a few spares on hand just in case.
- Sometimes I’ll remove the restrictor, but then you get calls about splashing or leaks... can’t win.
- Honestly, if the faucet’s so “eco” that people just run it longer, you’re not saving water anyway.
I try to find fixtures that aren’t too extreme—enough pressure to get things clean, but not wasteful. It’s a balancing act for sure.
I get where you’re coming from, but I’ve actually found that the newer aerators with “laminar flow” tech don’t have that same annoying trickle problem. They keep the pressure up without using as much water, and I haven’t had as many complaints about slow filling. Hard water’s still a pain, though—I soak mine in vinegar every few months. I do think if you pick the right fixture, people don’t end up running it longer just to get the job done. It’s all about matching the fixture to how it’ll actually get used, not just chasing the lowest GPM number.
