Expand the description and view the text of the steps for this how-to video. Check out Howcast for other do-it-yourself videos from carlo_scialla and more videos in the Green Home category. You can contribute too! Create your own DIY guide at www.howcast.com or produce your own Howcast spots with the Howcast Filmmakers Program at www.howcast.com We waste more water and use more chemicals in our bathrooms than any other place in the house! Here’s how to green yours up. To complete this How-To you will need: Fluorescent light bulbs Plants Low-flow showerhead Food coloring Natural personal care products Low-flow toilet Vinegar Baking soda Step 1: Switch your lights Swap your regular light bulbs for compact fluorescent lights. Not only do they use up to 90% less energy, they also last up to 10 times longer than incandescent bulbs. Step 2: Get a plant Get a plant. They don’t just look nice; according to a study by NASA, they actually clean the air of toxins like acetone and formaldehyde. And they reduce humidity, so you’ll have less mold and mildew. Tip: The best plants to rid the air of chemicals include spider plants, rubber tree plants, English ivy, Boston ferns, peace lilies, and any kind of palm. Step 3: Replace your showerhead Replace your showerhead. A typical showerhead drops about seven gallons of water every minute, while a low-flow one only gives off about half that. Step 4: Check your toilet A single leaky toilet can waste up to 100 gallons of water a day! To see …
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8:36 AM on December 29th, 2010
her toilet is yellow?
8:41 AM on December 29th, 2010
so you saying i should put a palm tree in my bathroom?????
9:39 AM on December 29th, 2010
@VoyagesInEnglish you’re ugly
10:14 AM on December 29th, 2010
shes ugly
11:02 AM on December 29th, 2010
Who the fuck has a plant in their bathrooms???
12:01 PM on December 29th, 2010
@LycheeWhore yes
12:36 PM on December 29th, 2010
So… if the toilet water turns blue, it’s leaking?
1:31 PM on December 29th, 2010
she has a double chin O.o
2:00 PM on December 29th, 2010
Really informative video, especially about the bulbs!
2:00 PM on December 29th, 2010
You didn’t change the toxic vinyl shower curtain :/
2:04 PM on December 29th, 2010
@hhhh1997 i live alone and my water bill is like $50/month
2:06 PM on December 29th, 2010
It does save you money but you know whatever. I guess you dont care either way. Anyway, she looks like the girl from kyle xy
2:10 PM on December 29th, 2010
Instead of buying a low flow toilet, first get a soda bottle, 2 litlers and fill it with water/sand. Flush the toliet remove the top and add the bottle while its still filling the tank
2:26 PM on December 29th, 2010
nice video.. really helps!! C:
2:49 PM on December 29th, 2010
lo flo sho sucks
2:59 PM on December 29th, 2010
This is a great how-to video. Thanks for all of the great tips. We know that in the long run we will save money and live healthier lives. I created my own cleaning products with vinegar, baking soda, lemon juice and essential oil. Its so much safer like how it is mentioned here. Check out my video posts at organicbeautyvixen
3:47 PM on December 29th, 2010
this is soo eww i would never do this i hate those light bulbs why not get a shanderleer somtin hehee!!
3:57 PM on December 29th, 2010
only if you shit baseballs
4:03 PM on December 29th, 2010
I believe that would be your tree hugging ass!! Go save your animals!! Computers cause brain damage!!
4:49 PM on December 29th, 2010
but then once you flush will clog or all your shit will flow over the top!
4:59 PM on December 29th, 2010
hosonquads, You are an idiot. Get an education before you start making ridiculous comments like this.
5:47 PM on December 29th, 2010
They also can cause headaches in people who are photophobic. Since they have a different flicker rate than ‘normal’ bulbs. If you suffer from aura migraines, stay way from them. Still want to save money? Use small task lamps that can be moved. And open the curtains during the day.
6:26 PM on December 29th, 2010
fuck i get $200 water bill lol
7:14 PM on December 29th, 2010
So true… if that happens you actually need to call EPA to come and clean it up. You can’t just throw them in the trash either. The amounts of mercury are not that small, it is enough to do damage.
7:27 PM on December 29th, 2010
do i remind you if a flurescent light bulb is broken well your fucked small amounts of mercury are in the bulbs ( real eco friendly) hahah god damn the medias got this country by the balls.
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