May 7th, 2015 | by Lynn Fang
Spring heralds warmer weather and explosions of color as flowers blossom and fruits ripen, but for many people the joys of spring also mean runny noses, itchy eyes, and incessant sneezing. Before you reach for the over-the-counter allergy drugs, try these home remedies for allergies!
February 26th, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
We love infographics- super good information wrapped up in a nicely designed package! Last week we shared an infographic about [&hellip
December 17th, 2011 | by Chris Keenan
The winter months have a tendency to bring sinus pain or sinus pressure, due to various factors or illnesses. One main cause of sinus pain or pressure is swelling of the lining of the nose and/or nasal passages (sinuses). Nasal swelling causes pressure and pain on sensitive areas, causing a major headache
October 20th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
While it isn’t difficult to plan a green building from scratch, many eco-conscious individuals who have a desire to convert [&hellip
October 14th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
It used to be that years ago home builders weren’t terribly concerned about building materials and their impact on the [&hellip
September 7th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
The word “clothing” implies a range of uses, from the purely utilitarian to the inarguably luxurious. Clothing keeps us warm [&hellip
July 22nd, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
On hot, smoggy, high-pollution advisory days, we are often encouraged to play our part to alleviate the problem by carpooling, [&hellip
April 27th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
Why spend a fortune on cleaning products that introduce toxic chemicals into your home? You can use simple ingredients, such as baking soda, lemons, and vinegar, to make effective natural cleaning supplies that work in every room of your house
February 27th, 2008 | by Stephanie Evans
Baby outfits are among the cutest, most endearing inanimate objects in the world. In every culture, miniature versions of adult [&hellip
December 17th, 2007 | by Stephanie Evans
In each aspect of our lives, we want to make choices that both maximize our health and minimize our impact [&hellip
Lighting
— How to Use a Light Meter to Set Appropriate Light Levels
— T8 Plug-And-Play LED Linear Bulb Options
— LED vs. CFL vs. Incandescent light bulbs
— True Cost of LEDs
— Outdoor lighting Options
Kitchen Efficiency
— Energy Efficiency for the Kitchen
— How to Install a high-efficiency cache aerator
— How to Clean Your Refrigerators Condenser Coils Or Fan
— Setting the Temperature in Your Fridge/Freezer for Maximum Efficiency
— Energy efficiency tips for the refrigerator and freezer
— Installing a High Efficiency Faucet Aerator
— 9 Energy Saving Tips For Efficient Cooking
— Refrigerator and freezer Temperatures: Find the ideal temperatures and humidities for efficient operation
— 5 Natural Remedies for Deodorizing a Refrigerator
— Natural Cleaning Recipes
Bathroom Efficiency
— 4 Tips for Energy Efficiency in the Bathroom
— How To Install A Water Efficient Shower Head
— Test The Flow Rate Of Your Kitchen Or Bathroom Faucets
— Replace the Wax ring on the toilet
— Replace the flapper valve on the toilet to eliminate leaks
— How to Install a Toilet tank bag
— Install high Efficiency Shower heads
— Changing The Sink Aerator
— Check the toilet for water leaks
— How To Install A Shower Flow Valve Adapter
— Green Product Review: 1.0 gallon per minute faucet aerator from Niagara Conservation
HVAC Efficiency
— Energy Efficiency for Window AC units
— How to clean the furnace motor for efficiency
— Efficient furnace filters
— How To Insulate Your Attic Duct System Step by Step
— How to Insulate Your Electrical Outlets
— Weatherstripping 101
— How To Install A Filter Whistle On Your A/C Unit
— How To Insulate Old Windows Without Buying New: Energy-Saving Window Inserts
— Check (and fill) insulation gaps using a laser thermometer
Laundry & Appliance Efficiency
— Make Your Computer More Energy Efficient
— Setting the Temperature in Your Fridge/Freezer for Maximum Efficiency
— Energy Saving Tips for Washing Machines & Dryers
— How You Can Save Money By Cleaning Your Home Appliances
— How To Clean Your Dryer’s Lint Trap, Screen And Vent
— How to clean a lint vent using the LintEater
Yard & Garage:
— How To Test And Maintain Your Car’s Tire Pressure
— Water efficiency for the irrigation systems
