The Healthy Abode: Countertops by Melanie Holden
So, you’re in the market for a new countertop, and you want something that is earth-friendly, durable, sanitary, low-maintenance, gorgeous, and won’t break the bank. Where to begin and how in the world can an eco-countertop boast all of these features? Let’s talk. First, to appreciate what makes a countertop sustainable, it’s essential to understand […]
Recycling 101 by Jamie Briesemeister
Recycling has been a part of my life since I was a little girl. My mom and I recycled cans and bottles as far back as I can remember. Stomping cans flat and taking them to the recycling facility was a lot of fun – and we were paid for them! Later on, friends of […]
reducing consumption by jamie briesemeister
One of the easiest ways to reduce our consumption rate is simply to use less stuff. Buy less, use less. When you can’t use less, consider reusing what you have in a different way. In the design world, this would be called repurposing: reusing an item of value to serve a new, often completely different […]
energy saving tips at home by paige gilbertson
Living Room Unplug objects when not in use. Plugs continue to draw current even when not turned on; the equivalent of one 100 watt bulb burning non-stop! Opt for LCD over plasma televisions. A plasma television, even when not in use consumes as much energy as your refrigerator! Install hardwood, tile or cork floors. Carpeting […]
Healthy Abode: water conservation by Melanie Holden
Do you realize how easy it is to save water in your home without sacrificing the performance or design of your plumbing fixtures? A simple way to identify high performance, water conserving fixtures is with the WaterSense label. Products that have achieved this label will be at least 20% more efficient than conventional models. Similar […]
