Green Ways To Give New Life To Recycled Furniture

The following is a guest post by Caroline Smith of www.GetBarStools.com, where you can find a selection of bar stools made from recycled or sustainably-sourced materials. Since I moved to my new house I’ve been concentrating on redecorating one room at a time, as my budget allows.  Furnishing a room from scratch can be expensive, [...]

Eco-friendly Butcher Block Countertops

The timeless look of butcher block in the kitchen has a new, modern twist.  Creative options include the use of eco-friendly FSC-certified (Forest Stewardship Council) woods, reclaimed woods, local hardwoods, bamboo, and even recycled paper composites. These countertops are sure to have a great impact in your kitchen with unique details including inlays, accent stains, [...]

Why Conserve Water?

Fresh water is a scarce resource, only 1% of the water on this planet is usable.A recent government survey showed at least 36 states are anticipating local, regional, or statewide water shortages by 2013. By using water more efficiently, we can help preserve water supplies for future generations, save money, and protect the environment. We [...]

Caulk, Sealants, and Adhesives that Won’t Jeopardize Indoor Air Quality

Maintaining indoor air quality is an important aspect of living “green”, and who doesn’t want clean air to breathe anyway?  VOCs, or volatile organic compounds, include a variety of chemicals, some of which may have short- and long-term adverse health effects. Concentrations of many VOCs are consistently higher indoors (up to ten times higher) than [...]

Easy, Green Kitchen and Bath Makeover Tips

Want a new look for your kitchen, or bath, that won’t break the bank, yet still have a high impact?  The most eco-friendly way to redecorate any room in your home is by working with what you already have, as much as possible.  You don’t need to tear out the old to create a fresh, [...]

Beautiful Backsplashes

Looking to spruce up your kitchen or bath?  One high-impact, do-it-yourself project is to install glass tiles to your backsplash.  These unique tiles will add sparkle and color to any room.  Of course, you are only limited by your imagination, as these tiles are perfect for indoors and out.  They’ll add instant character to fireplace [...]

Non-toxic, Natural Cleaning Products, Part II

Last week, I began a series of posts about homemade, natural cleaning products.  The first post divulged the many varied uses for vinegar.  Here, I’ll be touting the cleaning power of baking soda.  Its mild abrasive action and natural deodorizing properties make it a must-have alternative to commercial scouring powders.

Clean and Efficient Hydronic Heating

Back in September, I did a post about radiant floor heating, a wonderfully warm and efficient way to heat a home or other building.  Hydronic heating is one type of radiant floor heating that uses water as the heat conductor.  Radiators, baseboards, hydro-air, and mini-duct heat/AC systems are varieties of hydronic heating. It can even [...]

Non-toxic, Homemade Cleaning Products, Part I

Wary of using harsh chemical-based cleaning products around your children, pets, asthma sufferers, and those with chemical sensitivities?  Here are some easy-to-make, inexpensive, and effective homemade solutions using an amazing ingredient that you likely have in your pantry:   white vinegar.

Motion Activated Faucets Save Water

A sensor-activated faucet is ideal for bathrooms, commercial or residential, since it saves water by automatically turning on when it senses a hand, or, off when one’s hands are removed.  It eliminates the spread of germs since there are no handles to contaminate.  It’s perfect for children or those who have limited use of their [...]

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