Incorporating Green Appliances Into an Eco-Friendly Kitchen

Published on April 30, 2009February 15, 2012 by Christine Cooney

Most energy usage in the home is consumed in the kitchen. Refrigerators, freezers, ovens, stove-tops, and dishwashers prove to be the biggest energy consumers in the home. While this will most likely not change, there are many things that can be done to substantially reduce the amount of energy used by these kitchen appliances. Many […]

Pros and Cons of Eco-Friendly Paint

Published on April 18, 2009February 15, 2012 by Christine Cooney

Most people today recognize that the need to take care of the earth is greater than ever before. People are buying more fuel efficient automobiles and switching to longer-lasting, energy saving light bulbs. As home owners complete improvements, they are finding more options available for creating an earth-friendly house. Specifically, there are more choices when […]

Eco-Friendly Carpeting Options for Today’s Green Home

Published on April 5, 2009February 15, 2012 by Christine Cooney

Many homeowners enjoy the look and comfort of adding carpet to their homes, however, in the past, carpet has not been very healthy for the home occupants or the environment. Today, there are many options available when choosing eco-friendly carpeting to be installed in a green home. Many carpet manufacturers are developing carpeting made from […]

Green Options for an Eco-Friendly Kitchen

Published on April 1, 2009February 15, 2012 by Christine Cooney

Kitchens that were designed and built in the past have created large carbon footprints and were unhealthy for those living in the home. Today, more and more homeowners are choosing to remodel their kitchens, the most used room in the home, while including many green alternatives to keep both the planet and their families healthy. […]

What Are Eco-Friendly Paints?

Published on March 24, 2009February 15, 2012 by Christine Cooney

If you have ever painted a room and consequently, felt nauseous from the fumes, then you have already experienced one reason why there is a need for eco-friendly paints. Think about what those fumes could, and probably are, doing to your body. Then, consider what the paint does to the planet when it is eventually […]

Exclusive Collection of Green House Plans

Published on March 22, 2009February 15, 2012 by Christine Cooney

The House Designers and ENERGY STARÂ® have partnered to offer consumers an exclusive collection of Green House Plans, which have all been awarded the â€œDesigned to Earn the ENERGY STARÂ®â€ credentials to promote green home building. All ENERGY STARÂ® house plans include energy-efficient details and specifications for features such as tight construction and duct systems […]