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736 Steps to a Healthier Bedroom
by Elle MacKenna
A healthy bedroom is central to productive, positive living. It should be relaxing, free from daily distractions and provide a sanctuary that is restful and rejuvenating. Here are six easy ways to get your... published 11 months ago
82Earth Friendly Countertops
by Elle MacKenna
Countertops can add tremendous impact to your home’s interior décor. At the same time, the manufacturing can have a negative impact on the environment. These days the countertop industry is teeming with creative products that offer Earth-friendly options without sacrificing style. published 14 months ago
74Biodegradable Pots and Planters
by Elle MacKenna
When not recycled or reused, plastics are a major contributor to landfills accounting for up to 25%. Conventional petro-based products use up precious resources, contaminate the environment and interrupt natural processes. In the past, this has posed an eco-dilemna for gardeners who rely on planters for starting plants and growing seedlings. Today, biodegradable pots offer earth friendly options. published 15 months ago
82Eco-Friendly Paints: Low-VOC Options for the Environment
by Elle MacKenna
Conventional paint has never had a good reputation. It’s smelly, messy, old versions contained lead of all things and over the past decade it’s been tagged as a major indoor air pollutant. Today, thanks to consumer demand for healthier paints that perform, manufacturers are offering low-VOC options that are better people and the environment. published 16 months ago
71Home Air Purifiers: Are the UV & Germicidal Options Worth It?
by Elle MacKenna
Indoor air can be two to five times more polluted than outdoor air, according to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). For allergy sufferers, asthmatics and people sensitive to dust, indoor air can cause respiratory problems. Air purifiers offer a way to reduce airborne particles and dust in the home but what type of air purifier is the best choice? published 15 months ago
74Ten Things You Can Do Today To Make Your Home Healthier
by Elle MacKenna
A healthy home is central to overall well being so it's imperative to eliminate toxins, pollutants and health risks. Some of the simplest ways to make your home healthier are to change your behavior. These steps can be done immediately and cost nothing. Other changes require a phone call or two and a little investment but all of these ideas will make your home a healthier and safer place to live...read more published 16 months ago
55How to Reduce Indoor Air Pollution
by Elle MacKenna
There is a growing awareness that indoor air is not a haven from pollution. Contaminants, chemicals and toxic materials enter our homes through the products we buy, the finishes we choose and from our every... published 11 months ago
62Greening Your Kitchen
by Elle MacKenna
The first home I purchased was a small condo with a tiny kitchen. Despite being the most space limited room in the house it always filled up with visitors who strolled right past comfy couches only to lean against ugly countertops. The reality is that people spend a lot of time indoors and most of our waking hours in the kitchen so the greener it is the better. published 14 months ago
85How to Avoid Chemicals in Everday Household Products
by Elle MacKenna
Recent news headlines are drawing attention to the fact that many common household items contain dangerous chemicals. A national study on chemical exposure called Is It In Us? recently revealed that... published 9 months ago
66Indoor Air Quality in Your New Home
by Elle MacKenna
It’s exciting to build a new home. At the same time it can be a bit consuming. With all the choices to be made during construction it’s easy to overlook some of the simpler strategies that can lead to better indoor air quality when you’re finally moved in. published 14 months ago
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