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Greywater is waste water from non-toilet plumbing systems such as hand basins, washing machines, showers and baths. When handled properly, greywater can be safely reused for the garden. Never re-use water from toilets, washing nappies or kitchen water. Do not use greywater on vegetables, fruit, herbs or anything you plan to eat.
Greywater is waste water from non-toilet plumbing systems such as hand basins, washing machines, showers and baths. When handled properly, greywater can be safely reused for the garden.
Never re-use water from toilets, washing nappies or kitchen water. Do not use greywater on vegetables, fruit, herbs or anything you plan to eat.
Our use of water
The average Victorian household uses many liters of water every day, including in the:
- Bathroom – 50 per cent
- Laundry – 22 per cent
- Garden – 19 per cent
- Kitchen – 8 per cent
Showers use the most water followed by washing machines.
The majority of Victorians still use clean drinking water for most household uses. Some of this precious resource could be conserved by recycling water.
Recycling water
Victoria’s recent water shortage has made us all more aware of the importance of recycling water. There is increasing interest in using greywater for the garden. However, there are a number of health and environmental risks involved if you don’t use greywater safely.
Regulations about greywater use are different in different parts of Australia. In Victoria greywater can be used either treated or untreated, although some conditions apply to each type of use.
This fact sheet offers general suggestions on recycling water at home, but it is important to consult with a licensed plumber before you alter any of your household plumbing.
Greywater – treated
Treated greywater generally carries lower health risks. Depending on the type of treatment, it can be used for a range of purposes including garden watering, toilet flushing and in your laundry. However, greywater treatment systems can be expensive to set up and operate.
Greywater treatment systems also require a council permit in Victoria and need to be operated according to strict conditions. Contact your local council for further information.
Greywater – untreated
Untreated greywater can be used in dry periods for garden watering in Victoria. You can do this either by directly diverting it from your household plumbing fixtures, using a hose or diversion device, or by carrying it in a bucket. Council approval is not required for this in Victoria.
If it is not used properly, greywater can make the householders ill and kill off the plants you are trying to care for. A few simple precautions will help to minimize any risks to you, your family and your garden.
Two final things to remember
- Waste water from non-toilet plumbing systems such as handbasins, washing machines, showers and baths is known as ‘greywater’.
- Greywater needs to be used carefully. If it’s not used properly, it can make the householders ill and kill the plants you are trying to care for.
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