Why You Shouldn't Drink Bathroom Tap Water

Research has shown that there are significant differences between the water coming from the kitchen tap and the bathroom tap, and they may not be beneficial for your health.

According to a study by Scottish Water in collaboration with WaterSafe, bathroom water is less safe to drink because older homes have issues with the tank that stores the bathroom water, often located at the top of the house, leading to increased contamination risks. Consequently, the water from the bathroom tap is often less fresh.

Additionally, in homes built before 1970, lead was used in the plumbing connected to bathroom taps. Over the years, lead can dissolve into the water and cause various health issues.

Julie Spinks, a spokesperson for WaterSafe, stressed the importance of replacing lead plumbing in the UK. She notes that the responsibility falls on homeowners to check for lead pipes and recommends replacing lead pipes providing drinking water to bathrooms and kitchens with copper or plastic pipes.

What about Israel? In most homes, lead plumbing has been replaced with plastic and copper pipes, which are considered safer. If you're unsure about the bathroom water in your home, simply find out what material your pipes are made of.

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