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  2. Instant hot water dispenser - Wikipedia

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    Hot water tank dispensers. Plumbed directly into the water supply and heated in an under-sink or over-counter tank (fixed to the wall); hot water is dispensed through a faucet at the sink. They may have a built-in water filter and a thermostat to adjust the water temperature.

  3. Tankless water heating - Wikipedia

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    In other words, if a tankless system is used to deliver water to a shower or water faucet, the pressure is the same as the pressure delivered to the property and cannot be increased, whereas in tanked systems the tanks can be positioned above the water outlets (in the loft/attic space for example) so the force of gravity can assist in ...

  4. Sink - Wikipedia

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    Sink in Croatian National Theater in Zagreb, Croatia. A sink is a bowl-shaped plumbing fixture for washing hands (also known as washbasin in the UK ), dishwashing, and other purposes. Sinks have a tap (faucet) that supply hot and cold water and may include a spray feature to be used for faster rinsing.

  5. Water dispenser - Wikipedia

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    Water dispenser. A water dispenser with refill water bottles. A water dispenser, known as water cooler (if used for cooling only), is a machine that dispenses and often also cools or heats up water with a refrigeration unit. It is commonly located near the restroom due to closer access to plumbing. A drain line is also provided from the water ...

  6. Backflow prevention device - Wikipedia

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    A backflow prevention device is used to protect potable water supplies from contamination or pollution due to backflow . In water distribution systems, water is normally maintained at a significant pressure to enable water to flow from the tap, shower, or other fixture. Water pressure may fail or be reduced when a water main bursts, pipes ...

  7. Water efficiency - Wikipedia

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    Turning off the faucet sink while brushing teeth — saves approximately five gallons (about 19 liters) of water; Installing faucet aerators; Fixing a water valve leakage; Only running the dishwasher and washing machine with a full load; Taking a shower instead of a bath; Washing fruits and vegetables in a bowl rather than continuously running ...

  8. Washstand - Wikipedia

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    Washstand. A washstand or basin stand is a piece of furniture consisting of a small table or cabinet, usually supported on three or four legs, and most commonly made of mahogany, walnut, or rosewood, and made for holding a wash basin and water pitcher. The smaller varieties were used for rose-water ablutions, or for hair-powdering.

  9. Kohler Co. - Wikipedia

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    Kohler Co. Kohler Co., founded in 1873 by John Michael Kohler, is an American manufacturing company based in Kohler, Wisconsin. [3] Kohler is best known for its plumbing products, but the company also manufactures furniture, cabinetry, tile, engines, and generators. Destination Kohler also owns various hospitality establishments in the United ...

  10. Delta Faucet Company - Wikipedia

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    Delta Faucet Company is an American manufacturer of plumbing fixtures and plumbing materials. It is a subsidiary of Masco Corporation . It manufactures and markets faucets , kitchen sinks , bath/shower fixtures, and toilets under the Delta, Kraus, Peerless, and Brizo [2] brand names.

  11. Water filter - Wikipedia

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    These filters are usually small, portable and lightweight (1–2 lb (0.45–0.91 kg) or less). These usually filter water by working a mechanical hand pump, although some use a siphon drip system to force water through, while others are built into water bottles. Dirty water is pumped via a screen-filtered flexible silicon tube through a ...