How to Become a Composting Guru
Posted on 23. Nov, 2008 by Chris Baskind in Home & Garden
With more municipalities going to curbside recycling, running a compost heap isn’t just for the crunchy set anymore. Here’s how to know what belongs in the pile.
Are Dryer Sheets Safe to Use With Pets?
Posted on 19. Nov, 2008 by Chris Baskind in Home & Garden
Well-meaning pet owners are using dryer sheets to control pet hair, and laundry companies are happy to encourage this secondary use of their products. But is it safe?
Twilight Time: 3 Ways to Green Winter Lighting Needs
Posted on 14. Nov, 2008 by Chris Baskind in Home & Garden
With darker months come heftier energy bills. But greening-up your winter lighting needs can save valuable resources — and your pocketbook. Here’s how to start.
Ten Elegant, Inexpensive Handmade Holiday Gift Ideas
Posted on 03. Nov, 2008 by Chris Baskind in Christmas, Holidays, Home & Garden
Looking to make this holiday season really special — without breaking the bank? Consider handmade gifts. Here are ten ways to put a special glow into this season’s giving.
Which Is Greener: Toilet Paper Or A Bidet?
Posted on 12. Oct, 2008 by Chris Baskind in Home & Garden
What’s the best way to be kind to Mother Nature when answering the call of nature? Here’s an example of why green choices aren’t always black and white.
Living Greens: Bring Herbs Indoors This Autumn
Posted on 01. Oct, 2008 by Chris Baskind in Home & Garden
Bringing herbs indoors before the first freeze is a great way to add greenery and freshness to a long, cold winter. It will also jump start next year’s garden.
Five Cheap Ways to Save a Thousand Gallons of Water
Posted on 29. Sep, 2008 by Chris Baskind in Home & Garden
Water is humanity’s most valuable resource. Want to green your use? Here are 5 ideas which cost next to nothing and can each save a thousand gallons a year.
Save $150 a Year with a Programmable Thermostat
Posted on 24. Sep, 2008 by Chris Baskind in Home & Garden
Programmable thermostats are free money. With another change of season on the way, it’s time to increase your home’s comfort — and bank the savings.
Three Gas-Free, Earth Friendly Lawn Mowers
Posted on 11. May, 2008 by Chris Baskind in Home & Garden, feature
April showers mean one thing: It’s time to mow the lawn. These three mowers are easy on your grass and the planet.
How to Live With CFLs
Posted on 11. May, 2008 by Chris Baskind in Home & Garden
By now, everyone has heard about CFLs. But they’re not direct replacements for incandescent bulbs, not matter what the marketing says. Here’s how to use them successfully.