Help your kids turn your house into a green zone
(ARA) – As a parent, you’d like your home, community, and children’s schools to be greener. Unfortunately, daily life can get in the way of that. You have limited time and budget in which to make the world around you a more sustainable place. But fortunately, going green doesn’t have to be difficult,...
Green roof improvements that can save money – and the environment
ENERGY STAR qualified No Leak Skylights bring more natural light into your home while helping to lower power bills. (ARA) – In this economy, you may feel grateful to have a roof over your head. But how much do you really think about your roof? It’s one of the most important elements of your home, one that helps protect...
Green Your Clean
(Family Features) – More people than ever are looking for more natural ways to keep their homes clean and free of harsh chemical fumes and residues. But there is still plenty of confusion about the best way to do that. With so many products making vague claims, it can be hard to make an informed decision. What...
Getting the “Green Light” at Home
(Family Features) – From re-organizing the home office to cleaning out the basement, there are small projects that you can tackle year-round that will help make environmental improvements to your home and enhance your living space. For your next task, consider updating the “lightscape” of your home...
Exotic hardwoods that keep the environment in mind
(ARA) – Whether you seek soft, elegant hues to contrast a dark room or striking grain patterns and rich colors for a bold look, exotic hardwood floors, cabinets, furniture and trim can help create eye-catching interiors for nearly any decor. In recent years, though, some homeowners have shied away from hardwoods because...
Low water flow leads to high satisfaction and savings
(ARA) – In the United States, Americans consume 3.7 billion gallons of water every year that are not replaced, leaving a huge water deficit – a result of growing demand on finite water supplies. In fact, at least 36 states are anticipating local, regional or statewide water shortages within the next five years. Everyone...
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