November 2010 Archives

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Paint Natural

If your walls are starting to look a little shabby, or if you're just looking to give your home a little make-over, then a new paint job is probably on your agenda. And if you want your home to be a little more eco-friendly, or if you just don't like the pervasive smells that usually accompany a fresh coat of paint, then environmentally friendly paints are for you. Using these eco-friendly paints are not just good for the environment, but in the long run are beneficial to your health.

Wash your bedding at temperatures of over 130 degrees kills dust mites. ...
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Winter Energy Savings

Tips to save energy on the heating, the home's biggest energy expenditure during the winter
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Magic Beans

This company has some of the best eco-friendly fun and practical items of anyone I've seen lately. They are called Eco Imprints and they have really cool stuff for the home, office or whatever.
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Eco-Friendly Insulation

Remember that heating and cooling accounts for the majority of our energy use, and while it is important to stay comfortable, better insulation can give you better peace of mind.
Billions of pounds of usable food go to waste and end up in landfills every year. To avoid the waste of this food there are different activities you can be involved in to get that food to the hungry.

Energy Star qualified windows can save $20-$95 each year in energy costs....
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Water Conservation And Your Toilet

Out of all indoor household water use, toilets are the number one consumer. More than 35% of household water use goes towards flushing the toilet. There are some ways you can reduce the amount of water being flushed down the toilet though. The low-flow, composting, and dual flush toilets are all options to help you conserve water.
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