Warmer weather is on its way, and perhaps you’re looking for new opportunities to recycle/reuse for an eco-friendly Summer. You will be going on trips, heading to the beach, taking care of your lawn and spending a lot of time outdoors. The following tips can give you some new ideas and help you to remain cognizant of [...]
According to data published by The World Counts Organization, humanity as a whole collects and uses over 55 billion tons of the planet's resources each year, and this number is growing. Many of these resources are what are known as non-renewables, which means that it could take thousands, or millions of years for these resources to [...]
Tesla CEO Elon Musk's new solar technology is expected to have a significant impact on your future home HVAC systems. Homeowners are always looking for new and affordable avenues of sources of power, heat and water, like an energy saving tankless water heater. However, such technology often comes with a high price tag. Cost has always [...]
It might feel like an odd time to be alive when green marketing comes to the world of mattresses, but alternative materials are here and consumers are naturally asking about their impact. That’s a good thing! Choice is good, and the overall cost of a mattress has gone down over time. Mattresses themselves have also gone [...]
Just because most garbage and waste don’t look very visually appealing is no reason to take a haphazard approach to getting rid of it all. If you’d like to go green and start more environmentally-friendly practices, learn how to dispose of your waste in a way that gives back to the Earth and helps support a [...]
If you have to relocate, you’ll want to do all you can to make this a less stressful time. Of course, many people do see a move as being one of the top anxiety-inducing situations in life. However, you can find ways to lower the cost of your move and take advantage of making your home [...]
Do you find yourself with an overgrown out-of-control outdoor space and wonder where to begin? Or, maybe you're ready to get going on that earth-friendly lawn but don't know where to start? It's hard not to feel overwhelmed. But we have you covered: Here are some tips to help you get started on creating an eco-friendly [...]
Have you ever heard about the Great Pacific plastic gyre? Ocean gyres are convergence zones where different currents and temperatures meet and mix. Often, they end up with a still zone in the center of the swirling mix. It’s a perfect place for junk to accumulate, which shines quite a spotlight on our waste. Plastics from [...]
The most common practice when disposing of old furniture and appliances from around the home is to send them straight to a landfill site or ‘tip’. Even if the items aren’t broken or faulty, we will often throw away what could easily be recycled or sold on to a new owner. These larger items are not [...]
More often than not, the environment is the last thing we think about when we purchase something. But that shouldn’t be the case – we should all start considering the impact of the products we buy to our ecology -- even when they’re the smallest fashion accessories. "We should all start considering the impact of [...]
In case you didn’t know already, organic coffee refers to the coffee that is produced without using any artificial and chemical substances. As such, it does not contain any additives, pesticides or herbicides, so it’s completely healthy. At the same time, there are lots of factors to be taken into account before calling one type of [...]
How green is your garden? No, I’m not talking about the shade of your foliage, I’m talking about your garden's impact on the environment. Living eco-friendly means making gardening choices that are safer and kinder to the environment. Most gardeners are drawn to the hobby because we love the outdoors, and we also love connecting with growing things. However, [...]
Nothing makes or breaks the success of a landlord more than the tenants. Tenants ultimately decide the success or failure of your business, regardless of the state of your property. Of course, as a landlord, you can do your fair share and make your property appealing to reel in potential renters. Here are a few ways [...]
With Easter on the Spring horizon, most of us will begin to have Bank Holiday fever and chocolate eggs on the brain. But, before we can kick back and enjoy Spring in all its glory, we have a second chance at displaying our powers of resistance and giving up our vices for lent. Traditionally, many of [...]
There has been so much buzz around organic and green beauty products, that all of us have at least one friend who has embraced this lifestyle to the fullest. She eats whole foods. She buys raw honey and cocoa powder. She reads the labels on the backs of products to see whether they are certified as [...]
Spring has just arrived, which means summer season is not very far. It won’t be long before you realize your visitors are turning towards your garden to enjoy open air. And if your garden is unattractive, what kind of impression would that leave? Fear not! Garden redecorators Oeco Garden Rooms are here to save the day by [...]
Having an energy efficient home can be incredibly important--for a homeowner, this can mean reduced energy bills and a better performing property. Whether you are looking to improve your home for your own benefit, or you are thinking of climbing the property ladder and selling up, making sure your home is energy efficient should be a [...]
If you've decided to live a more eco-friendly lifestyle, it's probably because you've noticed that reasons for living eco-friendly and "going green" are all around you. With all the information, tips and guidelines, it can be easy to feel overwhelmed. Yet, it is critical to understand the big picture when it comes to setting realistic goals. You can [...]
How often do you throw away food? In the United States, $218 billion is spent every year on food that is never eaten. Many people swear by the labeling on their food and if it the date has passed the food ends up in the bin. You might think to yourself that it isn’t the worth [...]
Not all renewable energy is created equally, especially when it comes to your pocket book. Many homeowners want to know the real secret to saving with renewable energy? Don't you? An overarching term, “renewable energy” is any energy that’s generated from natural resources which are readily available like wind, sunlight, and rain. Since they’re naturally replenished, there’s no [...]
For many homeowners, creating a quaint, delicate garden space is essential. It doesn’t matter what type of home you have, the way you design and adapt your garden is all down to personal style and practicality. One of the most popular garden styles today is similar to that of a country cottage. Country cottage-style gardens combine [...]
It’s almost time to say goodbye to the biting cold and blustery weather and welcome those longer days and brighter mornings with open arms. Spring is finally drawing closer and this can only mean one thing, it’s time to get out into your garden and prepare it for the exciting gardening-filled days ahead. Whilst it may [...]
There’s a lot of emphasis that is placed on making home improvements to boost the overall value of your residence, but did you know that some upgrades you make to your abode could also increase your well-being? There are several things you can do to your home that may help you have a healthier life. "Some [...]
There are many reasons a homeowner may choose to add an extension to their home: the arrival of a new little one, the desire to add value to a property, or simply a need for more space. Whatever the reason, adding an extension is no small task, and isn’t always easier than moving homes entirely. From [...]
