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 Electric Lawn Mower the Eco-Friendly Way
I never thought I would write an article about lawn mowers. Seriously. But here I am, knee-deep in green grass clippings and a little...
How I Maintain My Programmable Thermostat for Maximum Savings and Comfort
There is something deeply satisfying about walking into a home that feels just right — not too hot, not too cold — and knowing...
Why I Regularly Service My Heat Recovery Ventilator and How It Saves Energy
You know that feeling when you open a window during a chilly winter evening, hoping to clear out the stale air inside, and instead,...
My Experience Fixing and Maintaining Eco-Friendly Heat Pumps at Home
I never thought I would get that close to my home’s heating system. I mean, who does? Heating and cooling gadgets usually feel like...
How I Extend the Life of My Bamboo Kitchen Countertops With Simple Care
When I first installed bamboo countertops in my kitchen, I was wowed by how they transformed the space. That warm honey glow, the subtle...
Why I Inspect My Home’s Eco-Friendly Roofing Materials Regularly and What I Look For
There is something oddly comforting about running your fingers over the shingles of a roof you chose carefully—one made from eco-friendly materials that you...
My Routine for Keeping Solar Garden Lights Shining Through All Seasons
There is something magic about those tiny lights glowing softly in the garden after the sun has set. Solar garden lights—simple, quiet, and eco-friendly—turn...
What I Do to Keep My Solar-Powered Deck Fan Operating Efficiently in Summer
There is something deeply satisfying about sitting on your deck on a hot summer afternoon and feeling a gentle breeze from your own solar-powered...
What’s Involved in Maintaining My Low-Emission Fireplace Insert
Owning a low-emission fireplace insert sounds like winning the eco-friendly home lottery, right? You get the charm of a crackling fire, the cozy glow...
I never thought I would get that close to my home’s heating system. I mean, who does? Heating and cooling gadgets usually feel like...