Did you know that the average American household has almost 300,000 items in it? That’s not surprising considering shopping malls outnumber high schools in our country. We’re surrounded by so much stuff that the average person spends more than 150 days out of their lifetime...
The average American throws out roughly 185 pounds of plastic each year, and 50% of that plastic gets thrown away after only a one use. It’s no surprise that we have a global environmental problem on our hands. In order to make a dent in this...
With sustainability being at the forefront of everyone’s minds in recent years, doing your part to contribute to a healthy environment is more important than ever. Luckily, going green has a wealth of advantages to offer every homeowner who makes the switch. From insulation to...
More and more of us are looking to give our homes that modern look but struggle to do this due to the ever growing rise of living costs. Therefore it is important to look for the best offers available in the market. Here we cover...
Throughout the years, asbestos has been one of the primary materials used in the construction of homes and offices. According to much research, the material currently exists on every continent, and there are six main types: tremolite, amosite, chrysolite, actinolite, anthophylitte, and crocidolite. All of...
In a society built around mass consumerism, it can be challenging to teach our kids the importance of making eco-friendly choices in their daily lives. The irony is that it’s more important than ever before to raise children who are environmentally conscious. We should strive...
Whether you’re getting your first place, downsizing, or moving to a new city, it’s also probably time for you to invest in new furniture. When furniture is manufactured, many toxins and harsh chemicals are released into the air and sometimes at the risk of our...
Cost saving continues to be an important part of the process for companies, and one major change in recent times has been returnable packaging. This is not only cost efficient but plays a major role in pushing an eco friendly approach to the industry. So...
Best tips for how to get rid of a mattress If you’ve been sleeping on the same bed for the past 7-10 years, it’s probably time for an upgrade. The average lifespan of a mattress varies by type, but generally, it’s somewhere between 7-15 years, even...