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6 Ways to Optimize the Efficiency of Solar Panels

Maximize the benefits to the planet and your wallet.

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How to Qualify for a Passive House Certification

The rigorous standards increase home value and lower costs.

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These 5 Hacks Will Lower Your Energy Bills

Don't let high utility payments get you down.

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What Defines a Tiny Home?

They're less than 400 square feet.

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Are Air Purifying Plants a Myth?

Most homes are too porous for plants to matter much.

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Ways to Make Dingy Hand Towels Brighter

It seems the more you wash dingy hand towels the dingier they get.

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The Advantages of Radiant Floor Heating Systems

Radiant floor heating systems aren't exactly easy to install, but have a lot of benefits.

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How to Remove Old Grout from Used Travertine Floor Tile

Out with the old and in with the new, but not that easily.

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How to Use Green Insulation

Insulation these days can be made from recycled denim or even sheep wool.

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Easy DIYs to Save Cash on Utility Bills

Here are some simple changes you can make around the house to cut those bills down.

Cork flooring options.
How to Install Cork Flooring

It's soft, eco-friendly, and easy to install.

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9 Ways to Save on Your Water Bill

Those dripping faucets can add up!

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Compost Benefits of Biodegradable Soap

There are a variety of sudsy options to consider.

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6 Money-saving Uses for Sustainable Soap Nuts

Sustainable and versatile, soap nuts can be used as a cleaning product in an infinite number of ways.

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How Energy Efficient Are Two-Story Homes?

Increase the energy efficiency of your two-story home by following some basic tips.

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5 Utility Energy-Saving Myths

There are many myths out there regarding how to cut energy costs. Learn the truth here!

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5 Features Every Tiny Home Needs

Step up your tiny home game with genius projects that utilize every inch of space.

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9 Ways Your House Can Save the Earth

Do your part with these simple earth-friendly practices.

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How to Make Your Kitchen Energy Efficient

From light bulbs to cleaning the freezer, there's lot of easy ways to reduce energy usage in your kitchen.

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5 Secret Energy Suckers Around the Home

Hint: If something is plugged in but not in use, it's still using up energy.

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How to Reduce Energy Costs in Peak Hours

From unplugging appliances to using natural light, here's a few ways to slash that monthly bill.

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Create an Energy Efficient Home Room by Room

Overwhelmed by energy efficiency? We break it down for you.

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Top 8 Reasons Tiles Fall off a Shower Wall

Improper installation techniques is the primary reason tiles fall off the wall.

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How to Go Green in Your House on a Budget

7 ways to save the environment without opening up your wallet too wide.

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What to Consider when Buying a Solar Lantern

Choose the best option for your situation.

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How to Clean an Acrylic Shower Properly

Clean your acrylic shower with ingredients you probably already have at home.

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7 Surprising Uses for Silicon Solar Cells

Silicon solar technology is advancing every day.

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Going Green: How to Fill a Chip in a Vanity Sink

A chip in the vanity is an eyesore, so fix it up.

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Bamboo Flooring 4 - Installation

Get the flooring you’ve always wanted and install it yourself using these instructions.

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6 Indoor Plants That Will Cool Your House Down

The right houseplants can help cut your AC bill.

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How to Reuse Rain Water in Your Home

Collect rainwater for lower bills and a greener planet.

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How Can You Go Paperless in Your Kitchen?

Going paperless in the kitchen is a lot easier than you might think.

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Should You Replace Your Appliances? The Truth on Energy Efficiency

You've probably considered replacing some appliances. But which ones are worth it?

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Heat Walks and Driveways with a Radiant Heat System

Many new buildings are taking advantage of outdoor radiant heat for walkways.

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Bamboo Flooring 6 - Making Repairs

Even the most well cared for floors can get damaged by accident, but it doesn’t mean the end.

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Bamboo Flooring: Affordable and Environmentally Friendly

Bamboo floor covering has long been considered a luxury item, reserved only for wealthy.

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Bamboo Flooring - Cleaning, Sealing, and Refinishing

Don't let your beautiful bamboo floor go to waste.

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The Pros and Cons of Using Eco-friendly Cleaning Products

Eco-friendly cleaning products are an advantageous alternative to the many products on the market.

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Adding Radiant Floor Heat to Your Home

Adding radiant floor heat to your existing home or to a new build, consider these things.

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How Long Does a Low Flush Toilet Last?

A low flush toilet is a porcelain unit.

A shower with a glass door.
Going Green: How to Clean a Glass Shower Door

Here's how to clean those pesky glass doors.

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Ceramic vs. Iron Soleplate: Which to Buy

They offer different advantages in different situations.

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Hand Towels vs Paper Towels

People have used hand towels for generations in the kitchen and bathroom.

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How to Affix a Console Sink to the Wall

Add some character to an older bathroom space.