Disinfecting Naturally – Goodbye to Harsh Chemicals
May 24th, 2019 | by Sarah Dephillips
Killing germs is a high priority in today’s society, and sometimes it should be – especially in contexts like healthcare, [&hellip
Browsing the "cleaning" Tag
35 Dangerous Household Cleaning Products You Need to Avoid
July 31st, 2015 | by Guest Contributor
There is danger under the kitchen and bathroom: here's a report that details 35 Dangerous Household Cleaning Products You Need to Avoid using in your home
Top 5 Household Chemicals to Avoid + 10 Awesome Green Cleaning Solutions
July 28th, 2015 | by Guest Contributor
Here are the top 5 household cleaners to avoid and 10 ways you can green your cleaning routine, with information reposted from Women's Voice for the Earth
Solar Panel System Operation Maintenance: 5 Low Cost Ways To Keep Your Home’s PV System Optimized and Running Efficiently
March 31st, 2015 | by Sponsored Content
Just like the car that's parked in your driveway, your solar panels will need periodic maintenance to keep them operating efficiently and at peak performance
How to Clean Your Refrigerators Condenser Coils Or Fan
July 22nd, 2014 | by Peter Young
When it comes to making your home more energy efficient, cleaning your fridge’s condenser coils or fan might be one [&hellip
How to clean up and recycle a broken CFL safely
July 8th, 2013 | by Scott Cooney
Some people do not buy CFLs for fear of breaking one and having their home contaminated with mercury. The fear [&hellip
Making More than Lemonade from Lemons
January 24th, 2012 | by Vivian Nelson Melle
It's easy to accumulate a pile of lemons and anxiously wonder what to do with them. In some parts of the country, rat populations increase and become a major problem when citrus fruits are left in the trees for too long. Bipolar temperatures rising and than plummeting can ruin ripened fruit almost overnight. There's several ways to use up your supply and interestingly enough, lemonade isn't always the most popular use for these golden citrus orbs. Here are a few ways to use up your supply of lemons making more than just lemonade from lemons
Simplify Your Green Living
September 17th, 2011 | by Lynn Fang
Going green is no easy business. It takes a good chunk of your precious time and energy. So what can you do to help make this process a bit smoother and more enjoyable
How To Make Your Own Reusable Cleaning Wipes
September 15th, 2011 | by Vivian Nelson Melle
Drop the disposable cleaning wipe, step away from that plastic container so you can learn how to make your own reusable cleaning wipes
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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:
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