Earth Day 2012 is upon us, and even if you aren’t the type to take to the streets about environmental issues, there are more than a few reasons to celebrate the day. In big and little ways, making your home environmentally friendly can really do wonders for your bottom line. From more efficient appliances to lower water bills and even government rebates and tax credits, going green can get y
The concept of a waterless urinal is a relatively new one. The very first versions only became available in the early ’90s, and they’re only just beginning to really gain widespread notoriety and acceptance. But in a time where water is becoming increasingly scarce – and expensive – ditching the flush is an excellent way to conserve water both residentially and commercially
White is a clean, bright color, and black is sleek and bold, but together they make a killer style combination. The very essence of contrast, light and dark, a black and white decor is just about the boldest design choice you can make, and a bathroom is the perfect place to try the style on for size. Since many bathroom elements come in black and white already, it isn’t a big leap, and typic
Modern styled bathrooms can be chronically chilly. For all their sleek, minimal chic and elegance, the bare-bones style and often industrial palette can end up feeling cold and inhospitable. But pairing the simple lines and geometric designs of modern decor with a subtle Asian influence can dramatically change the vibe for a much warmer, more inviting space. Trading out concrete, steel, and glas
Sick of having the age-old toilet seat argument with your spouse? Tired of cleaning up after your son (or husband!) that maybe doesn’t have the world’s best aim? If you have a decent sized bathroom – and especially if you have more than one guy in your household – it might be worth considering installing a urinal. Sounds a little weird, I know, but I promise the men of the
Over the last decade or sow, “low flow toilet” had come to be a phrase that evokes both mistrust and disdain. Because of environmental laws passed in the early ’90s, older style toilets have been phased out in favor of new, more environmentally friendly ones that use significantly less water per flush. The problem is – or was – that when the laws were passed, toilet t