5 Ways to Improve Your Indoor Air Quality
April 7th, 2018 | by Guest Contributor
The air in our homes is often far more polluted than the air outside, where cars and buses are whizzing [&hellip
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A More Sustainable Bedroom with Avocado Green Mattress
January 30th, 2018 | by Guest Contributor
Buying a new mattress is a big investment, but before you head to the showrooms, get the facts about what goes into most mattresses and learn about how to build a more sustainable bedroom. A natural, green mattress is a key component of your greener home.
Sleep Greener with Non-Toxic Pillows + Special Reader Discount on Organic Pillows!
November 27th, 2017 | by Guest Contributor
You spend almost one-third of your life sleeping, you should definitely do it on some organic linens to keep your brain and body as healthful as possible. Here's my review of Avocado Green Pillows
Your Sustainability Story: Amouve Bedding with Ami Sata
March 30th, 2017 | by Guest Contributor
Learn the Sustainability Story of Amouve, an organic bedding company. Amouve's range is a mix of Scandinavia-inspired design and handcrafted prints that combine Indian printing methods with contemporary designs
From the Archives: How Healthy is Your Bedroom?
April 12th, 2013 | by Guest Contributor
A few years ago, Eco Karen created this great post about easy ways to ensure that your bedroom, where we [&hellip
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Efficiency Resources
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 RecipesBathroom 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 ConservationHVAC 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 LintEaterYard & Garage:
— How To Test And Maintain Your Car’s Tire Pressure
— Water efficiency for the irrigation systems