When you start searching for 'pest control' recommendations, you're likely to find all kinds of harsh chemical products, articles filled with misleading info, and images of people spraying pesticides around their homes. But how do you protect your home from pests without the use of harsh chemicals? What are the safest and most effective ways to [...]
Allergy season gets the best of us. But if you or someone you know has adverse effects to allergies, here are a few tips around the house that are best for allergen reduction. Vacuum: The type of vacuum you choose makes a huge difference in allergen reduction. If you don't have a fine-particle HEPA filter vacuum, use a [...]
While xeriscape design is a great way to help your yard during a drought, it isn’t the only option. Artificial Landscaping For people who may not have as much time for lawn upkeep, installing synthetic plants or artificial turf may be the best option. When considering artificial turf, keep in mind that maintenance is still required, [...]
Zero waste living is a growing movement that encourages the three Rs: reduce, reuse and recycle. The goal is to generate the smallest amount of landfill-bound trash possible – or none at all. For most of us, going zero waste is a big lifestyle change. (One of our writers, who put zero waste living to the test for [...]
From microwave dinners to fast food containers, the amount of packaging waste in the United States continues to climb as our throw-away culture hits its peak. According to Recycling Revolution, about one-third of an average landfill is made up of packaging materials and packaging represents nearly 65 percent of household trash. But with some tweaks to your [...]
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