THE TOILET TANK TRICK!

Most toilets in the United States use between 5 and 7 gallons per flush, way more than is needed.  Newer toilets are more efficient and some only use 2 or 3 gallons per flush.  Here's a simple way to conserve water in the bathroom without buying a brand new toilet!

[NOTE:  Be sure to get permission from your parents before performing the "toilet tank trick" and ask for assistance if you need help removing and replacing the toilet tank lid.]

Step 1: Remove the lid from your toilet tank cover and set it aside.

Step 2: Put a small amount of sand or pebbles in the bottom of an old water bottle, then fill the rest of the bottle with water.

Step 3: Replace the cap on the water bottle and place it in the tank.  (Be sure that the bottle doesn't touch any of the moving parts!)

Step 4: Replace the lid and presto!  You've completed the toilet tank trick!

WHAT DOES IT DO?

Placing a bottle, jar or other container in the tank displaces the water and allows you to flush the toilet without using as much H2O.  The amount of water in the bottle is the amount of water you save with each flush!  This simple trick can save you up to 10 gallons of water waste per day!

WILL A BRICK DO THE SAME THING?

Some people have tried this trick using a brick instead of a bottle, but that's not really recommended.  A brick can break apart over time and leave debris in your tank that may harm your septic system.