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If you own an RO water purifier, you\u2019ve probably noticed the water that keeps dripping into the drain while it works. For every glass of clean drinking water, a good amount goes to waste. Most of us let it run off without a second thought, but with a little effort you can put it to use around the house.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here\u2019s what that water actually is, and five easy ways to reuse RO wastewater at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Is RO Reject Water?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

RO reject water is the water that gets flushed out during reverse osmosis. As water passes through the RO membrane, the dissolved salts and impurities are filtered out and carried away in a separate stream. That stream is the reject water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How reusable it is depends on two things: the quality of your source water and how well your purifier is working. The saltier your water, the more careful you need to be.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Mopping Floors and Cleaning Outdoor Areas<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This is the easiest place to start. Keep a bucket under the reject outlet and use that water to mop floors or wash your balcony, patio, and entrance. You\u2019ll save the fresh water you\u2019d otherwise use for routine cleaning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

One catch: if your water is very salty, don\u2019t use it on delicate flooring like marble or polished wood, as it can leave stains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Flushing Toilets<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Flushing takes up a big share of household water use, and it doesn\u2019t need clean water. Pour collected RO reject water into the cistern or use it for manual flushing. It does the job just as well, as long as the water doesn\u2019t contain anything harmful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Washing Your Car or Bike<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Reject water works well for the first wash of your car, bike, or scooter. It takes off the dust, mud, and loose dirt, so you only need fresh water for the finish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Keep in mind that water with a lot of dissolved salts can leave white spots once it dries. Rinse the glass, paint, and any polished parts with better quality water at the end.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Washing Brushes, Buckets, and Garden Tools<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Cleaning brushes, garden tools, buckets, and mops doesn\u2019t call for drinking-quality water, so this is a handy use for RO reject water. It handles everyday dirt without any trouble.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t use it on anything that touches food or drinking water, like utensils or water storage containers, unless you rinse them thoroughly with clean water afterward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Pre-Washing Laundry<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

For lightly soiled clothes, you can use RO reject water to soak them or do the first wash, depending on its quality. Be careful with salty water, though. It can leave deposits on fabric and make your detergent less effective. Test the water before you make it a habit, and use fresh water for the main wash and the final rinse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Precautions to Follow Before You Reuse RO Reject Water<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Reject water is fine for cleaning, but a few ground rules keep things safe:<\/p>\n\n\n\n