With summer coming up fast, we’re all starting to think about lawn maintenance. Honestly, organic lawn maintenance didn’t sound all that appealing the first time I heard about it. I figured it would just be more expensive fertilizer. But ever since I expanded our family to include pets and kids, making sure our lawn is safe [...]
Because you spend a majority of your time in and around your home, it’s essential to make sure it’s a healthy space. Healthy air, surfaces, and appliances can help you maintain higher levels of energy and may also give you fewer days spent suffering from common illnesses. Here are easy steps to take to help make [...]
Solar power is one of the most profoundly renewable resources available to mankind. Experts estimate that approximately 173,000 terawatts of solar energy are continuously hitting the Earth’s surface; that’s enough to power the world’s current energy consumption by more than 11,533 times. Finding an effective way to collect this energy was a challenge that dates back [...]
Nature is just so inspiring and you can use elements of it in you every day life. This is especially true if you are looking to make some changes in your home and want to incorporate natural elements. From house plants to coastal design, nature can inspire your home in so many different wonderful ways. 1. [...]
When you own a home, one issue that you must often deal with is how to keep damaging insects at bay. While wasps, carpenter ants, and other wood-boring insects can cause a great deal of destruction to the wood of your home, few do as much damage as the termite. These pests, which can be found [...]
After months of the cold, there is no question that spring brings along the excitement of getting outside and being able to enjoy the warmer weather. This is also the ideal time to help your landscape come to life. During the spring and summer is a great time to get out there and get your hands [...]
Home décor is not only about the physical appearance of the house and its elements. It is also about the people who live there and their health and well-being. That is why you should be careful when choosing the right materials and decorations, because some can be harmful both to the homeowners and the environment. Learn [...]
There are so many different responsibilities that go along with being a homeowner. Without the right amount of care, a home can fall into a state of disrepair. Rather than letting this happen, a homeowner will need to find the right professionals to help them out. As the summer months approaches, you will have to take [...]
When it comes to buying outdoor furniture, environmentally friendly options make the most sense. Not only are eco-friendly patio furnishings functional and attractive; they are crafted from renewable building materials that are plentiful and good for the planet. The wood alternatives prevent deforestation, don’t emit toxic byproducts into the environment, are low-maintenance, and they are cost [...]
Ants can become a problem in any home or garden. But how can you tell if you have a problem? And what should you do if you discover an ant infestation? Here is a guide to the signs to look out for, as well as what you should do if you spot a problem. How Can [...]
Is finding a green hotel high on your eco-friendly "to-do" list? Well, help is on the way! As more and more hotels begin to place a greater emphasis on sustainability and going green, taking an eco-friendly holiday does not necessarily have to mean sacrificing the comforts you’ve come to expect and enjoy on a great vacation. Not sure where to start looking? The [...]
Making your own natural stain removers is an excellent idea for the first step towards a life free of toxins and chemicals. If you would like to throw all the dangerous and often expensive cleaning substances out of your home, go ahead. We will be glad to give you some support and this is why we have prepared [...]
Your home may look clean, but is it really? Even if you tidy your home on a regular basis, that is no guarantee that you are keeping it safe from harmful bacteria and germs. There are hidden dangers throughout the home, lurking in the carpets, hiding in the cupboards and between the cracks, as well as in [...]
You already know that tea tree oil has many health benefits. But, you probably don’t know all of the things that it can do. If you want to get more out of your tea tree oil stock, here are some other uses for this wonderful oil. Use It On Pimples You don’t have to be a [...]
Gardening is good for you: It gets you moving, gets you outside, gets you invested in creating and maintaining beautiful life. Plus, it is easy enough to start a garden whenever and wherever; with a bag of soil, some pots, and some seedlings, you can have something growing by this afternoon. However, maintaining a productive garden [...]
The average person spends about 90% of their time indoors. With percentages this high, it is safe to say that indoor air has a lot more impact on our health than outdoor air quality. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, approximately six out of 10 residential and commercial properties are detrimental to your health as a result [...]
You’re probably already taking greener steps by working from home – after all, you’re putting one less car on the road when you give up your commute. Switching to virtual, remote communication removes a lot of the need for printed hard copies of important documents, and it’s easier to eat healthier from home than it is [...]
Humans produce a lot of waste. According to one study, the average American generates about 4.3 pounds of waste every day, more than half of which goes straight into landfills. Worse, with spring around the corner, most people are about to fill their trash bins more than usual. The annual spring clean usually results in a [...]
There’s something distinctly satisfying about having a sparkling clean floor. Clearing away dust, grit and grime that’s been tracked in from outdoors leaves your home looking much brighter and smelling great. It’s also crucial if you have babies and toddlers underfoot — little ones are uniquely adept at finding any crumb or speck of dirt that [...]
Whether you are looking to live a greener lifestyle, or simply looking for a way to lower your monthly utility bills, switching to solar is one of the best decisions you can make as a home- owner. Solar panels capture free energy from the sun and convert it into electricity that can be use to power the lights, [...]
I have fond memories of the pride I felt as a little girl from saving our white potato skins, replanting them, watching them grow--but most of all--eating my potatoes. I also remember immersing avocado pits in water with toothpicks to grow lovely new plants from them. But many years have passed and I got away from doing that. Well, it's time to get back [...]
Most everyone is well-aware of the Amazon Rainforest’s slow and steady disappearance. “Save the Rainforest!” has been the motto of environmentalists for decades, but rates of deforestation seem to be increasing of late, indicating that one of Earth’s most precious ecological regions will soon vanish forever ― unless we do something about it. Unlike most folks, [...]
Light bulbs have come a long way, including the old clunky energy efficient ones of just a year or two ago. Here are some of the updates that have taken place in the industry, how much energy they use, and how to buy them. Traditional Bulbs Everyone is familiar with tungsten filament incandescent or GLS bulbs. They were [...]
You've finally seized those coveted vacation days. But you don't want to travel this year -- you want to spend some downtime with your family. That's OK! You don't have to go to Disney World or on a fancy cruise to make the most of your week off from work. A staycation -- that is, a vacation [...]
