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76Eco-Friendly Paints: Low-VOC Options for the Environment
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.
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85Is Bamboo a Sustainable Building Material?
Bamboo flooring has gained considerable attention in sustainable design because it is a hardy, durable product from a renewable resource which helps deter harvesting of old-growth forests for wood products. However, production of bamboo flooring has social impacts on labor, requires transit energy, contains little to no recycled material, can negatively impact ecosystems and can have a negative affect on indoor air quality.
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68Braided Bread- a guide for amateurs
18/10 STAINLESS STEEL MIXING BOWL w/SALAD SPINNER new Current Bid: $15.50 ...
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81How to Avoid Chemicals in Everday Household Products
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...
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80Inexpensive Storage Ideas
There are many ways to make effective storage without breaking the budget. With some planning, a little creativity and today’s endless supply of affordable products you can get organized and make use...
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78Safe & Environmentally Friendly Insect Killers
It’s inevitable that into every home, some bugs must crawl. These unwanted house guests are often more annoying than harmful but even the most hardcore nature lover in all of us would rather not share our domicile with creatures that have more than four legs. Even if insects are pestering you don’t automatically reach for the toxic foams or sprays. There are safe ways to win the battle against bugs without endangering your pets or children.
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72Slow-Release Fertilizers: Better Buy for the Money & the Environment
It can be a bit overwhelming to shop for garden fertilizer these days. There are endless products to choose from that all seem to promise bigger and better results. When looking for the best buy, remember this basic gardening principle: you can’t rush Mother Nature. You’ll find that slow-release fertilizers are made with this in mind.
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74Ten Things You Can Do Today To Make Your Home Healthier
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
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63Greening Your Outdoor Furniture
There is a lot of focus on indoor air quality these days and greening everything from fixtures to finishes to furnishings. The same principles of eco-conscious, socially responsible and non-toxic content can...
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79Tricking Toddlers into Healthy Eating
I have a secret when it comes to getting toddlers to eat healthy. It's not ground breaking, or earth shattering... no, I'm not promising a gooey desert at the end of the meal if they eat all their broccoli....
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