Did you know old toilets can use up to 7 gallons per flush? But a dual-flush system can cut that down to just 0.92 gallons. Upgrading is a simple way to save water and cut down on bills. As a…
Summer heat can make our homes feel like ovens. Many of us worry about the cost and environmental impact of cooling our homes. Did you know the average American home uses over 900 kWh of electricity in summer? A lot…
I was shocked to find out how much of my energy bills were going to waste. It was all because of air leaks around my doors and windows. By doing it myself, I saved money and made my home more…
Did you know millions of pallets are thrown away every year? This waste harms our environment. But, with a bit of creativity, we can turn these pallets into DIY furniture like outdoor lounge seating. By upcycling pallets, we not only…
As a homeowner, I’m always looking for ways to save energy and cut down on utility bills. Did you know a programmable thermostat can save you up to $150 a year? It lets you control your home’s temperature, making it…
Did you know the average American throws away about 4.4 pounds of trash daily? A lot of this waste comes from our bathrooms. Starting a zero waste lifestyle can greatly help our planet. Starting with a zero-waste bathroom makeover is…
Did you know that a lot of plastic waste comes from hair care products? Millions of plastic bottles end up in landfills and oceans every year. This adds to the growing problem of plastic pollution. Switching to solid hair care…
I was shocked to learn that the average American uses about 50 pounds of paper towels each year. This fact made me think about how our daily actions affect the environment. Disposable paper towels harm our forests, pollute water, and…
The average American throws away about 4.4 pounds of trash every day. A lot of this waste comes from packaging, like plastic bags used for grocery storage. Getting rid of plastic bags is a simple step towards living greener. By…
Did you know millions of tires are thrown away each year? This adds to environmental waste. But, many of these tires can be turned into useful and stylish furniture, like a DIY footstool. Making a footstool from upcycled tires helps…