Are Baths or Showers More Efficient?

Energy and resource consumption is increasingly top of mind for homeowners, and finding ways to save is not just great for your wallet but can help the environment as well. At Jacuzzi Bath Remodel, we’re often asked if a bath or shower is more efficient, as this can be a key consideration in choosing the right bathroom remodeling solution. Here, we’ll explore how efficient baths and showers are—and which option is better for the environment.

Water Usage of Baths and Showers

The primary consideration when it comes to the efficiency of bathtubs versus showers is water consumption. A bath requires filling up an entire tub, while a shower involves water pouring down on you for the duration of the shower. So how do these compare? Of course, it will depend somewhat on the capacity of your bathtub, the water pressure through your shower head, and the length of the shower. However, you can get a general idea by looking at some averages.

The Environment Protection Agency (EPA) estimates that filling a bathtub uses 70 gallons of water. Meanwhile, a showerhead typically flows at 2.5 gallons per minute. This means that a five-minute shower will typically use 12.5 gallons of water, while a 10-minute shower will use 25 gallons of water. To reach the level of water usage that a bathtub requires, you’re looking at a 28-minute shower! You can consider how long your household typically takes to take a shower, but more than likely you’ll find that a shower is the more efficient option.

Interested in a New Bath or Shower?

Taking a single bath or shower may not seem like a big difference, but over time that water usage adds up. If water consumption is an important factor, you’ll want to focus on having a shower installed. At Jacuzzi Bath Remodel, we proudly offer shower replacement services as well as tub-to-shower conversions to provide you with an efficient bathing solution for your home. Contact us today to learn more about our bathroom remodeling services.