Imagine this: while your air conditioner tirelessly cools your home during scorching summer days, it actually produces something most people just dump out – clean, soft water! Yes, you read that right. An AC can produce anywhere from 20 to 80 liters of water daily, depending on humidity and usage. But most of us just throw that water away like it’s worthless. Spoiler alert: it’s not!
This water isn’t your average tap water. It’s practically distilled, free from limescale and impurities you usually find in tap water. Of course, it’s not recommended to drink it due to possible contamination from the AC unit itself, but for watering plants, washing your car, or cleaning the yard – it’s perfect!
Imagine how much you could save on your water bill if you used this AC water for everyday needs. One AC unit can produce up to 80 liters a day, which adds up to thousands of liters a year! That’s a massive amount of water currently going down the drain.
How to start? It’s simple – place a clean container under the AC’s drainage pipe and empty it regularly. Make sure to clean the container often to prevent bacteria growth.
Why is this water ideal for plants? Most houseplants prefer slightly acidic conditions, and this water fits the bill. Orchids, violets, and ferns especially love it. Just occasionally add fertilizer or mix it with regular water since it lacks nutrients.
Besides saving money, using AC water reduces your consumption of drinking water, which is great for the environment. Fewer chemicals end up in the sewage system, and nature will thank you.
So next time your AC starts dripping, don’t just toss that water out. Think about how much you could save and how much you’d help the planet. Got a funny or clever hack for using AC water? Drop it in the comments – maybe you’ll inspire someone to stop wasting this precious liquid!
