Have a green spa experience at home
20 February 2009, by admin
Create a Spa Experience at Home… and be Eco-Friendly in the Process
NEW YORK, Feb. 18 — Fast-paced lifestyles, increasingly hectic schedules, and more responsibilities than ever before have escalated stress levels for many individuals. As such, the desire for relaxation and rejuvenation is at the forefront of people’s minds.
Spa treatments and relaxing retreats are a popular way to de-stress and enjoy a little personal time. However, the same pressures that cause stress can make it difficult to find time for a little rest and relaxation.
Home spas are growing in popularity thanks to their convenience and the comfort they can provide. A home spa can also be a cost-effective investment. That’s because while the upfront costs of a complete bathroom spa renovation could be a few thousand dollars, over time homeowners save from a number of factors.
Bathroom remodels give homeowners a good rate of return on their investment should they choose to sell down the road. Having a home relaxation oasis reduces the need to visit spas, relaxation centers, and masseurs — services that can quickly add up in cost. Also, a home spa enables a person to reduce stress, which could parlay into fewer trips to the doctor and less missed work as a result of illness. Renovating a bathroom with new fixtures — particularly environmentally friendly ones — can also save money on energy and promote efficiency.
There are a number of fixtures and products that can help create a spa experience at home. Moen features Nurture(TM), a three-setting showerhead that offers distinct spray settings to suit any mood: “Relaxing” wide spray, “Invigorating” concentrated spray and “Refreshing” combination spray. The showerhead is available in a fixed model and handheld version. Both feature a lever spray selector that makes it easy to change from one setting to another. The handheld showerhead also features an ergonomic grip handle for even more comfort.
Setting this fixture apart from others of its kind, the Nurture flow-optimized showerhead has a flow rate of 1.75 gallons per minute, making it one of the first water-efficient showerheads to offer up to a 30 percent water savings from the industry-standard 2.5 gallons per minute showerheads. These savings are significant in reducing both water consumption and energy costs.
The functional and environmental friendly Nurture three-setting showerhead is easy to install and conveniently available at Lowe’s. To learn more, visit www.moen.com.
In addition to the eco-friendly Nurture showerhead, here are other ways to make your home spa “green”.
- Use natural massage oils and skip petroleum-based mineral oil
- Place plenty of plants in your home, including in your home spa. Plants help filter the air and can reduce indoor air contaminants
- Set a relaxing mood with beeswax or vegetable oil candles
- Choose natural, non-toxic body creams and other products to keep you fresh during and after the spa experience
- Install LED lights in the bathroom to minimize energy consumption. LEDs also last much longer before needing to be changed
SOURCE Moen Nurture Showerhead
Categories: Bath, Home Improvement
