“Going green” is all the rage these days – from energy efficient appliances to fancy new water bottles. But when it comes to remodeling your bathroom, it turns out that opting for environmentally friendly components isn’t just something you ought to do, it might actually be something you want to do – especially when it […]
"Green" Home, Decorating Ideas and Tips, Lighting
A Better Way To Heat Your Home: Eco-Friendly, Self-Contained Biofuel Fireplaces
05
Nov
Nov
Growing up, I remember spending long evenings in the winter camped out around the fireplace at my grandparents’ house. I’d spend hours curled up by the fire reading, soaking in the heat and just enjoying watching the dancing of flames. But if you don’t already have a fireplace, installing one is all but impossible – […]
03
Nov
Nov
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 […]
27
Oct
Oct
One of the most common energy-saving tips out there is that you should replace your regular thermostat with a programmable one. It’s good advice – advice that pays for itself in just a few months, and can rack up significant savings long term. And they aren’t just good for your pocketbook – it’s good for […]
"Green" Home, Bathroom, Bathroom Faucets, Kitchen, Kitchen Faucets
Dirty Hands? Clean Up With A Touch-Activated Faucet
23
Oct
Oct
Have you ever been in the kitchen, making dough or cookies or cutting raw chicken, and been stuck needing to wash your hands but not wanting to put your gross gross hands on your nice clean faucet? Especially with things like raw meat or eggs, you want to be careful not to contaminate the very […]
19
Oct
Oct
Do you have a really old, crusty, gross shower head? Or maybe just one that’s jut okay, but doesn’t really give you the kind of shower you enjoy? If you’re putting off replacing it because you don’t want the hassle of calling a plumber, you’re in luck. Swapping out shower heads is one of the […]
"Green" Home, Kitchen, Kitchen Accessories, Kitchen Sinks
Rack It Up: Why To Hand Wash (And Air Dry) Instead Of Using The Dishwasher
16
Oct
Oct
I’ll admit, I was thrilled beyond belief the first time I moved into an apartment that had a dishwasher. After years of hand drying and bickering over dish duty with numerous roommates, that one slightly undersized appliance seemed like a godsend. But having lived in several dishwasher-free places since, I realize I haven’t missed it. […]
"Green" Home, Decorating Ideas and Tips
Looking To Remodel Your Laundry Room? Here’s A Few Reasons You Shouldn’t Leave Out The Sink
15
Oct
Oct
Ah, the laundry sink. That big, ugly plastic-tub-on-legs that, if you have an older home, is probably lurking somewhere next to your washer and dryer, probably in the creepiest part of your basement. If you know what I’m talking about, it probably comes as no surprise that laundry room remodels are on the rise. But […]
"Green" Home, Bathroom, Toilets
Low Flow Toilets Aren’t The Bane They Used To Be: Fancy New Tech To Help You Get With The Flow
07
Oct
Oct
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 […]
28
Aug
Aug
The addition of a handheld shower head to your tub will give you the option of taking a bath and washing your hair without dunking your head in hot soapy water. It’s better for your hair and doesn’t irritate your eyes to have the option of turning on a hand held shower and applying water […]