How I Keep My Energy Star Appliances in Top Condition Without Harsh Cleaners
When I first got Energy Star appliances, I was over the moon. These shiny, clever machines promised to cut down my electricity bills and...
Green Paints and How I Keep My Brushes and Tools Lasting Longer
You know the feeling. You have that perfect shade of green picked out for your living room wall—something fresh, earthy, maybe a bit wild—and...
What I’ve Learned About Maintaining My Passive Solar Heating System
When I first decided to install a passive solar heating system in my home, I thought, “Hey, it is solar. It should mostly take...
How I Maintain My Home Biodegradable Garbage Disposal Unit
Okay, I have to admit something right up front: I never thought I would actually get excited about a garbage disposal unit. Sounds weird,...
The Best Eco-Friendly Lubricants I Use to Keep My Home Tools Running Smoothly
There is something oddly satisfying about the sound of a well-oiled hinge or a smoothly running lawnmower. It stirs this quiet joy inside that...
My Honest Experience Maintaining Low-VOC Flooring Finishes Over the Years
I never thought I would get so wrapped up in flooring finishes. Seriously. I was just looking for something that would not only make...
How I Keep My Energy Star Appliances in Top Condition Without Harsh Cleaners
When I first got Energy Star appliances, I was over the moon. These shiny, clever machines promised to cut down my electricity bills and...
Why I Regularly Calibrate My Smart Home’s Energy Management System
Have you ever wondered if your smart home’s energy management system is really working as hard as it should? I have. When I first...
My Experience Maintaining a Composting Toilet: What Works and What Doesn’t
Okay, I am going to be honest with you from the start: maintaining a composting toilet is a wild ride. It is part science...
How I Clean and Maintain My Solar-Powered Water Pumps Without Chemicals
There is something oddly satisfying about knowing your water pump runs purely on sunshine. No electricity bill spikes, no guilt about wasted energy. Just...
When I first got Energy Star appliances, I was over the moon. These shiny, clever machines promised to cut down my electricity bills and...