How Much Water Does a Shower Use
Shower water = flow rate x minutes. At a typical 10 L/min, a 10-minute shower uses 10 x 10 = 100 L. A water-saving head at 6 L/min uses 60 L for the same time.
Open the interactive Everyday Lifestyle tool →Formula: L = flow rate x minutes
Key facts
| Formula | L = flow rate x minutes |
|---|---|
| Normal flow | 10 L/min |
| Water-saving head | 6 L/min |
| 10-min shower | 100 L |
| Toilet flush (eco) | 6 L |
Frequently asked questions
How much water does a 10-minute shower use?
About 100 L at 10 L/min; a 6 L/min eco head cuts it to 60 L.
How much water does a toilet use?
About 6 L per flush for a water-saving large flush.
How does a shower compare to a bath?
A 10-minute shower (~100 L) is similar to or less than filling a bath (~200 L).
Related pages
Shower Water Usage Calculator is part of Everyday Lifestyle on GOAT Lab — a free reference you can use without signing up, and it works offline. Open the tool above for any custom value.
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