Allergy-Reducing Decoration Ideas
If anyone in your family suffers from allergies, you may feel overwhelmed at all the allergens around. But you can reduce the number and prevalence of allergens in your home by doing some strategic redecorating...
Green Laundry – Soap Nuts, Dryer Balls and Eco Balls
"Green laundry" no longer refers to what happens to your whites when you wash them with colors. Now, green laundry means eco-friendly washing practices that emphasize biodegradability and less waste. ...
Energy-Saving Gadgets That Help you Save Money and Save the Earth
1. Battery Recharger A battery recharger is not another useless gadget. It really saves money and reduces waste. Of course, you'll have to buy rechargeable batteries to go with it, but the savings add up ...
Quick Green Tips for Every Day
Many people just want to know what they can do to live green. And when it comes down to it, what people do every day is what makes a cumulative difference. Here are fifteen easy-to-implement tips on green livin...
The Importance of Getting Your Kids Involved in Local Green Activities
Getting the community involved with the preservation of their local area is important, but kids are sometimes overlooked as being part of the community. (more…)...
Drip Irrigation Systems – Why You Should Have One in Your Garden
Keeping your garden watered is not only labor-intensive; it uses a lot of water as well. If you use municipal water, it can cost a lot of money. But with a drip irrigation system, you can keep your garden water...
Should You Consider Switching to Biodiesel?
Biodiesel is considered a "green" fuel. It is made from plant-based oils such as sunflower, flax, and soybean oils or the ubiquitous "vegetable oil". But you can't just pour vegetable ...
How to Make Your Own Worm Composting System
For some, the notion of worms in their home is a bit much. For others, a worm bin under the kitchen sink sounds like a wonderful convenience. If you want to have a worm bin indoors, here are some tips on how to...
Green Home Improvement Tips for Your Bathroom
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...
How to Make Every Moment Matter
Learning to appreciate every moment is an art. And like all arts, it requires practice. Here are some ideas for making every moment matter and getting more out of life. 1. Keep a journal. This means you have ...