Submitted by Brandy (not verified) on 29 September, 2007 - 22:09.
Before washing, I organize the dishes in a manner that makes the washing faster, according to size and shape and material. For instance, I wash glass dishes first and silverware last. I fill the sink half way and I use cold water. I use one of those sponges that you can put the soap in. After I wash the dish, I set it on the counter and rinse them all at once. I know it sounds like a tedious and over thought out process but it really isn't. Along with other types of conservation efforts, this helps to keep my electricity bill down to less than $20 a month and my gas bill at less than $30. I live in a 2 bedroom apartment, so my bills aren't very high to begin with. I try to keep my use as low as possible because I know that there are so many others out there that don't consider it.
Before washing, I organize
Before washing, I organize the dishes in a manner that makes the washing faster, according to size and shape and material. For instance, I wash glass dishes first and silverware last. I fill the sink half way and I use cold water. I use one of those sponges that you can put the soap in. After I wash the dish, I set it on the counter and rinse them all at once. I know it sounds like a tedious and over thought out process but it really isn't. Along with other types of conservation efforts, this helps to keep my electricity bill down to less than $20 a month and my gas bill at less than $30. I live in a 2 bedroom apartment, so my bills aren't very high to begin with. I try to keep my use as low as possible because I know that there are so many others out there that don't consider it.