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Eco-friendly improvements Today's home improvements aren't just about updating your home to make it more functional. Many homeowners are mak- ing strategic improvements that also help green their home and boost its resale val- ue. One of the best places to start is also one of the most frequented rooms in the house: the bathroom. Eco-friendly improvements help save money on utility bills, but that's just the start. Green updates help you feel good about your impact on the earth, helping you eliminate water waste, use less energy and reduce use of toxic chemicals. What's more, green home improvements are in high demand in real estate, meaning your home can command a higher price at resale. Over half of agents and brokers found that consumers were interested in sustainability when shopping for a home, according to a 2021 report by the US based National Association of Realtors. Bathrooms are one of the best places to make green updates that streamline use and reduce waste because they make your home more comfortable and they get noticed if you decide to sell. For example, toilets can be huge water-wasters, but a simple update can provide big savings. 1) Opt for water-saving toilets: Dual- flush toilet systems are a modern option that lets you choose how much water is used when you flush based on if there is liquid or solid matter that needs disposal. Update your current bathrooms with dual- flush models, and to add even more value to your home, add a new bathroom that features this water-saving toilet. With modern technology, you can install a bathroom virtually anywhere. Saniflo has created innovative, eco-friendly, above-floor plumbing technology that allows for quick and easy installation with minimal hassle and mess. Highly focused on sustainabil- ity, these macerators and grinders work throughout a home, including on a second story, in a basement, in a garage or in a structure that sits on a slab, like a shed that would traditionally require concrete cutting to create below-floor drainage. For example, the Sanicompact can be used to add a small guest bathroom in an existing space without drilling through concrete, which saves materials and re- duces waste. The dual-flush feature flush- es waste with 1.28 gallons per flush and liquids with 1 gallon. The Saniaccess 3 macerating unit paired with the company's water-saving rear-discharge toilet is ideal for full bathrooms, using a smaller amount of water than conventional toilets: 1.28 versus 1.6 gallons per flush with no sacri- fice in flushing power. It is also recognized as water-saving by the EPA's WaterSense program. 2) Switch to energy-efficient lighting: In addition to upgrading the toilet, there are other important steps you can take to green the bathroom. Natural light and energy-efficient lighting are two practical and environmentally friendly ways to light the bathroom. To start, swap out all light bulbs for long- lasting, energy-efficient LED bulbs. Then, consider opportunities for adding more natural light, such as a skylight that allows light in without sacrificing privacy. Depend- ing on the type of skylight you select, this upgrade can provide solar heating, better ventilation, and reduce mildew and mold growth. 3) Use natural materials: Finally, to tru- ly green your bathroom, it's important to be mindful about using natural materials and avoiding VOCs (volatile organic com- pounds) that are toxic to the environment. Popular eco-friendly products include glass, reclaimed wood, metal, bamboo, cork and porcelain. 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