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That does exist. Simple versions just have a large, deep drain with coils the cold water runs through. Fancier ones have a proper heat exchanger next to the shower (requires a pump) or in the basement. Water sanitation rules probably make it non trivial to get a design certified.


Is the deep drain to diminish the air pockets at the exchange surfaces?


It's just so the cold water pipes sit in a pool of warm water. https://www.meanderhr.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/HXdrain...

This is even simpler: https://warmduscher.de/produkt/warmduscher-original/




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