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lauriecollector
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"Felt like rinsing shampoo took twice as long, kinda defeating the purpose."

Yeah, totally get what you're saying—had a similar experience myself. Did you try different brands or models before giving up on it? I've found that some low-flow showerheads are better designed than others and can actually maintain decent pressure. Also, have you checked if your home's water pressure is generally lower? Sometimes that's the real culprit behind the frustration... Glad you found something that works for you though!

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"Felt like rinsing shampoo took twice as long, kinda defeating the purpose."

Haha, been there... honestly, some of those low-flow heads can be a pain. A couple quick tips from experience:

- Check your home's water pressure first—sometimes it's not the showerhead's fault.
- Avoid super-cheap models; they're usually the worst offenders.
- If you're handy, removing and cleaning the aerator screen occasionally helps.

Saving water is great, but not if you're stuck rinsing forever. Balance is key, right?

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comics914
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"Saving water is great, but not if you're stuck rinsing forever. Balance is key, right?"

Totally get what you're saying about balance. I tried one of those ultra-low-flow showerheads last year, thinking I'd be eco-friendly and all... but honestly, it felt like I was standing under a weak drizzle. Took forever to rinse soap off, and I ended up using more water anyway because showers lasted twice as long.

Eventually swapped it out for a mid-range model with adjustable settings—still saves water compared to the old-school heads, but rinses way better. Also learned the hard way that cheap plumbing fixtures aren't worth the hassle. Had a faucet leak once that cost me more in wasted water (and plumber visits) than just investing in something decent from the start.

Being eco-conscious is important, but sometimes you gotta weigh practicality and safety too. Like when I installed rain barrels—great idea in theory, until mosquitoes started breeding in them. Had to add screens and covers to keep things safe and sanitary... lesson learned!

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geek668
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"Took forever to rinse soap off, and I ended up using more water anyway because showers lasted twice as long."

I hear ya, but honestly, sometimes it's just about finding the right technique. With low-flow heads, I've found rinsing in sections—hair first, then body—actually speeds things up quite a bit. Worth a shot maybe?

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Yeah, low-flow heads can be tricky at first, but once you get used to them, they're not that bad. Honestly, it's mostly about adjusting your habits a bit—give it some time, you'll probably find your rhythm soon enough.

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