I have an American marketing blog to thank for a concept likely to put anyone off their Christmas dinner.

Swill those germs down for nature.
Image source: greenandmore.com.

Now we know everyone’s going green. Now we know that every little bit counts. But the “Sinkpositive Sink Combo” featured at greenandmore.com somehow oversteps the mark for me. The unit fits on top of the sort of flush unit you’ll find in the States and UK (but see less and less of in Germany – they’re hiding them behind the wall these days). When you wash your hands, you’re topping up the water to be used on the next flush.

My only problem: germs. Surely when you’ve done your business you want to get away from sources of bacteria, not hang around in the area where germs may still be flying through the air (especially if the toilet is used by the sort of foul men who don’t shut the lid).

Sorry, this goes into Marketing mishaps. I’m willing to save the planet, but not at the expense of personal hygiene.