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By *litterbabe OP Woman
over a year ago
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They used to be be a gadget available in a couple of other countries (namely Australia and the US) that you could fix to your shower and set a timer on, it would then reduce the flow of your water by two-thirds after your set time.
It would be really helpful for those who understand what it's like sharing a single bathroom with a couple of teenagers!
As much as I have researched, there is nothing similar available in this country.
I would like to be able to limit my daughter's showers to 10 minutes each, that's plenty of time to get clean especially when there's a queue for the bathroom, and the humidity from a hot shower is literally dripping off the walls!!!
I wonder why it's not been marketed here and I wonder how I could bridge this gap in the market, and bring a slice of peace to households who feel my pain. |
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Dont think all countries have same water regs about non return flow etc as UK does. Mains pressure direct feed and electric heaters - shutting off flow via hose compression can cause electric or pumped showers to overheat. Not a great idea. A simple open system you could try garden hose watering timers.
Better to stick a timer on outside shower door  |
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My shower has one built in as a safety mechanism. Turns itself off after 20 mims in case it's
a) been left on (I'm sure someone's done it in a rush to get to their phone or something)
b) I slip in the shower n hit my head etc.
I didn't set it up or anything, was like it when I moved in and don't think it can be altered. |
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"My shower has one built in as a safety mechanism. Turns itself off after 20 mims in case it's
a) been left on (I'm sure someone's done it in a rush to get to their phone or something)
b) I slip in the shower n hit my head etc.
I didn't set it up or anything, was like it when I moved in and don't think it can be altered. "
Why, do you think you might fall asleep in the shower 
P.S, I wouldn't mind having one with you x  |
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By *litterbabe OP Woman
over a year ago
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New Zealand is one of the places that seem to sell them.
I didn't know there was a shower on the market with an automatic shut-off built-in, that really is interesting.
Mine definitely doesn't have one.
If they needed more time than 10 minutes in the shower I would understand, they usually are not washing their hair in there as they don't wash their every time they have a shower.
Interesting to think a garden timer woodwork I wouldn't know how to start with that.
I could ping the fuse of course, but the issue is when I'm at work etc.
I want them to get in the habit of shortening the showers.
They wouldn't pay any attention to a timer, it needs to actually reduce the flow or shut off for their attention.
Even if it's not something I can find,, it does seem like there is a hole in the market I'm sure other people must also be looking for a similar device. |
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"New Zealand is one of the places that seem to sell them.
I didn't know there was a shower on the market with an automatic shut-off built-in, that really is interesting.
Mine definitely doesn't have one.
If they needed more time than 10 minutes in the shower I would understand, they usually are not washing their hair in there as they don't wash their every time they have a shower.
Interesting to think a garden timer woodwork I wouldn't know how to start with that.
I could ping the fuse of course, but the issue is when I'm at work etc.
I want them to get in the habit of shortening the showers.
They wouldn't pay any attention to a timer, it needs to actually reduce the flow or shut off for their attention.
Even if it's not something I can find,, it does seem like there is a hole in the market I'm sure other people must also be looking for a similar device."
Given it a bit of thought. Water shut off either hot or flow is clearly doable BUT only at point of installation. Too many safety issues to retrofit one simple appliance in the circuit - certainly within the range of pressure, static and electric systems we have in uk.
So rather than the water change the, washer. How? Make them aware of real costs. Water (clean and grey disposal) power pumps/heating (kw/h) etc.
Solution has to be universal fit, discrete and mobile (no part P building control).
Initial idea: Install small battery operated temp resistant RF flow meter between shower hose/ shower head (standard screw threads). Tied by RF to battery operated base unit with display running against SBC (eg Pi Zero). Display tracks usage via flow meter showing real time costs. Set thresholds/alarms on base unit.
SBC could also be linked with home automation so could flash lights in bathroom etc.
Even if tinkers don't reset you can moan about how much *just their showering* is costing you and the environment.
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