Home Building and Improvement

Are you thinking of going green in your kitchen? Maybe you have already gone green in your cooking and want to extend that to the kitchen. Whatever your reasons, here are some ideas for ways you can make your k...

More and more people want to incorporate solar power into their daily lives. However, there are some things to bear in mind if you want to install a solar power system in your home. Not just any system will do....

There are all kinds of reasons why people remodel their kitchens - some want an updated look; some want more efficient, reliable appliances; still others want more storage or counter space. (more…)...

LEED is an acronym that stands for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design. It is a rating system by which a building's energy efficiency and environmental impact is measured. Using a point-based sy...

The bathroom is a practical place to start in the "greening" of your home. The bathroom is where much water is used and often wasted, and everyone spends a lot of cumulative time in the "loo.&quo...

Burning a fire is a peaceful, pleasant way to warm your home. It reduces your consumption of electricity and lowers your utility bills. Not all fireplaces are the same, however. (more…)...

Burning a fire is a peaceful, pleasant way to warm your home. It reduces your consumption of electricity and lowers your utility bills. Not all fireplaces are the same, however. Depending on your purpose...

Biomass roofing is roofing made from plant material. This includes wood and thatch, and all the types of roofing made from those raw materials. Biomass roofs are generally durable and eco-friendly, but not with...

Compressed earth blocks are an ancient building material and technique - just ask the ancient Egyptians! There is no question such structures are durable. Buildings made with compressed earth blocks have lasted...