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Nematodes are one of the most common animals in the world, yet most people are unaware of their existence. There is an impressive variety inside of the phylum. Of special interest to the home gardener, however, are the nematodes that can benefit a garden patch.
The Biolet composting toilets bring the comfort and convenience of a convention bathroom to the most remote and inconvenient locations on earth.
Caulk is one of the most versatile and useful materials in home improvement projects. It finds its way into numerous painting, plumbing and green projects, and in very important ways. Considering its versatility, it is worth taking some time to learn where and how to properly apply the material.
While everyone knows to clean lint out of a dryer's lint trap, not everyone is aware that lint also builds up in the exhaust ducts. Not only does this lint pose a safety hazard, it reduces the overall efficiency of the dryer and can significantly increase energy bills.
Many household cleaning agents are hazardous to our health and the environment. This makes storing them a dangerous practice, particularly if small children are in the house. Luckily, many earth and health friendly alternatives exist, and you probably already have most of them in your kitchen.
Clotheslines are an effective way to dry your clothes during warm weather. They are easy to put up, save you money and are good for the environment.
Compact Fluorescent Lamps (CFLs) are an increasingly popular, environmentally friendly alternative to standard incandescent bulbs. They operate on similar principles to standard, tube style fluorescent lights, but have been modified specifically for home use.
Even glue is going green.
A persistently running toilet can be a major waste of water, driving up home water bills, putting added strain of septic systems and harming the environment. While jiggling the handle can be a temporary fix, it is better to address the root of the problem rather than the symptom.
High efficiency toilets, or HETs, are the new standard for toilet water conservation.
Laundry soap is an everyday item to which we don't often give much thought. The fact of the matter is that most people spend much more than they need to for laundry soap which is potentially harmful to septic systems and the environment. Making your own laundry soap is the best kind of green lifestyle change - the kind that saves you money.
There are a lot of varieties of soap out there, but these will serve as a good foundation for improvising new recipes of your own creation.
Composting is a natural way to fertilize your yard and get rid of accumulated yard waste. It can save you money on both fertilizer costs and garbage pickup and requires only a little space and a little time.
Much of the energy used in the home goes to heating or cooling the living space. Ineffective insulation can increase that expense dramatically. If your insulation is a problem, you can recoup your investment in energy savings in no time.
LEDs are a great option for anyone looking to save money on their energy bill while, at the same time, being friendly to the environment. They are one of the best holiday decoration investments you can make.
Introducing the next generation of trimmer - Propane powered and portable, these new marvels combine the muscle of gasoline with the ease of an electric.
While most light bulbs in use operate on essentially the same principles as those produced by Thomas Edison, an ever increasing number of refinements and innovations have led to hundreds of different bulb models. Choosing the right one requires a number of different factors be taken into account.
In the absence of a sewer system or an outhouse, a septic tank is the best option for household waste disposal. They require regular maintenance however, or else the system can fail and require a costly replacement.
For many people, forgetting to water their plants is the biggest contributor to their brown thumb. Luckily, there is a solution that is both environmentally friendly and simple enough that even the most forgetful gardener has a fighting chance of keeping a plant alive.
Lye is one of the basic components of traditional soap and is very easy to make. However, lye is quite dangerous and should be treated like the hazardous substance it is.
The wealth of pesticides on the market make for an alluring quick fix to the problem of garden pests. Nature, however, has often found a more effect and sustainable way to eliminate the problem. The trick is in knowing which organic fix is the right remedy to your organic problem.
Energy use at home takes many forms, but heating is by far the most demanding task on both the environment and your budget. An energy audit will help you know where to begin making your heating system as efficient as it can be.
Photoelectric switches are the best kind of technology. They make life safer, cheaper and greener, not to mention more convenient. Best of all, they are a breeze to install.
Fluorescent lighting, including CFLs, are great for the environment, but they do contain some materials that should not simply be thrown into the garbage. The main concern with fluorescent bulbs is mercury, which can harm the brain and kidneys. Children and pregnant women especially are affected by mercury exposure.
Replacing windows can be a project that decreases your energy bill while increasing the overall attractiveness of your home. Test these instructions on a window or two to see if you feel capable of replacing all the windows in your home.
After a full season's harvest from your garden, it can be a little disheartening to think about buying all new seeds or starts for the next year. A tomato, for example, is full of hundreds of seeds which are generally discarded. While modern genetic hybridization of crops has made it more difficult, it is still possible to get next season's seeds the old fashioned way - by raiding this year's crop.
With the uncomfortable prices of energy and the desire for an eco-friendly lifestyle at an all time high, many are seeking green natives for everyday tasks around the home. A solar powered cooker makes for a fun and useable green project that can be practical in the right situations.
A little bit of autumn preparation can prevent a lot of winter headaches. These projects are relatively cheap in the short term and well within the capability of any homeowner.
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