Indoor air quality today is at an all-time low and your home is no exception. With green building and energy efficiency at the forefront of new home construction, the focus on tightly built homes has resulted in indoor air quality that is often dirtier than the air outside. In fact, The EPA, World Health Organization,… Read More
Do Air Purifiers Really Work?
As individuals, we inhale 15,000 or more quarts of air each day. This, coupled with the fact that Americans spend approximately 90 percent of their time indoors, makes it imperative that each breath counts. If you’re of the ninety percentile who spend their majority of time indoors, you should be acutely aware that the air… Read More
9 Tips for Hosting a Sustainable, Eco-Friendly Party
By guest blogger, Andrea Fowler When most people visualize a party, the image that comes to mind is usually a room decked out with confetti, balloons, banners and abandoned paper plates with half-eaten appetizers. And, of course, a group of people laughing, dancing and having the time of their lives. But here’s a secret. You… Read More
The Healthy Home Makeover Sweepstakes!
When you consider eliminating chemicals from your home and replacing toxic products with healthier alternatives, the word natural usually comes to mind; pre-industrial solutions like the white distilled vinegar that Grandma used. You should be seeking products that take the least toll on the environment, heal our bodies and cause no harm. When it comes… Read More
4 Tips to Green Your Business & Save Money
Being a business owner means facing daily challenges when it comes to keeping your business financially stable. To ensure your funds are in order so that you can pay bills and make payroll on time, it is beneficial to take fiscally responsible, proactive measures including 1.) Hiring a tax preparer during tax season 2.) Creating… Read More
8 Ways to Create an Eco-Friendly, Affordable & Secure Home
Implementing eco-friendly measures at home involves reducing energy consumption while preventing or lessening the production of greenhouse gases. Prioritizing resource efficiency is one of the first steps to creating a more sustainable home environment. Living greener involves repeated daily actions. Turning off unused lights, reducing your water usage and using programmable thermostats at home and… Read More
5 Things You Should Know About Kitchen Cabinets
A kitchen is a special place because it’s the heart of the home where daily meals are prepared and guests gather. Because so much time is spent here, it’s important that your kitchen represents your personal taste. The first thing one notices when entering a kitchen is the cabinetry. Cabinets are the most significant aesthetic… Read More
The GREEN Shop ’till You Drop Sweepstakes!
As the trend in people choosing to engage in a lifestyle that enhances personal health and the well-being of our planet increases, so does shopping with a purpose. We all know that brands who support sustainable causes do exist, however finding an affordable, one-stop shop with a vast selection and variety and without hefty membership… Read More
