So before running out to buy that container of CYA or stabilizer or conditioner, do yourself a big favor: bring in a one quart water sample for a proper test and analysis of your pool water. Let's find out how everything really is and save some money. Thanks for taking the time to read our post.
Bathroom and Personal Care: 1  Switch to a low-flow showerhead. Newer, more efficient showerheads feel the same but can increase water conservation up to 75% more than a regular showerhead. 2  Take shorter showers. Baths and long showers use at least 4x the amount of water as a 3-5 minute shower. 3  Try a military shower.
Given the areas where they live, though, water is often scarce. To compensate, cacti have developed special abilities that allow them to conserve the water they do receive and make it last a long time. For example, the prickly spines of cacti are actually highly-modified leaves.