Did you know a standard Indian kitchen tap dispenses about 10 to 12 liters of water per minute? When you are scrubbing dishes or washing hands, more than half of that water just bounces off and goes straight down the drain.

The easiest, cheapest, and most effective eco-upgrade you can make in your home right now is installing a water-saving aerator. It takes 2 minutes to screw on and costs less than a fancy coffee.

What is a Tap Aerator?

An aerator is a small mesh nozzle that screws onto the end of your tap. It mixes air into the water stream. This reduces the actual water flow by up to 50% to 80% while maintaining high water pressure.

Best Options Available on Amazon India

• Alton Brass Water Saving Aerator: Excellent build quality, reduces flow to 3 LPM (Liters Per Minute), and creates a soft foam flow.
• WaterScience Cleo: If you have hard water, this not only saves water but also has a built-in filter to reduce scaling on your taps.
• Eco365 Dual Thread Aerator: Super versatile, fits almost any standard Indian tap, and offers a shower-like spray that is perfect for kitchen sinks.

Pro Tip: You don’t need a plumber for this. Just unscrew the metal ring at the tip of your tap (use a wrench if it’s tight), remove the old plastic filter, and screw the new aerator in!