Since both of these books have a big focus on greening your home, I decided to review them together for a side-by-side comparison. First up is Planet Home by Jeffrey Hollender, cofounder of Seventh Generation. I was admittedly first drawn to the book’s design. It has great graphics throughout the book, along with a […]
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4 Easy Ways to Green Your Home Today
photo by yvestown If the concept of a green home is new to you, it may seem a little overwhelming. There is so much to consider in the choices we make for our homes, let alone knowing if those choices are green or not. Your best bet is to start with small easy steps, and […]
8 Essential Green Cleaning Alternatives
photo by bies I have a love affair with vinegar and hydrogen peroxide. My husband loves bleach. My husband is more than used to me suggesting what would be better to use when it comes to anything related to going green. I’ve eased our family through the switch to cloth diapers, napkins, towels and washcloths, […]
Decorating with Succulents
Last month I got the urge to test out my green thumb, so I bought a bunch of plants for the house. My favorites are definitely the succulents (I also bought some gerbera daisies, begonia, and ivy). I purchased small starter plants–I loved how cute they were (and they fit my budget, too). This one […]
Three Easy Ways to Improve Indoor Air Quality
photo by joaobambu When we think of air quality, most of us probably think of how dirty the air is outside, but did you know that the air in our homes and workplaces is typically two to five times more polluted than outdoor air–even in urban areas; with the volume of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) […]