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The Empire State Building is getting a lighting makeover fit for the 21st century. This year, the owners of the building are replacing the 400 standard lamps installed on the outside of the building for the 1976 bicentennial with 1,200 new LED fixtures. According to the New York Times, the new LED lights are expected [...]
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Having a well-insulated home is not only a great way to live toward a greener ideal, but to also save yourself some money on heating and cooling bills. Heat is constantly in movement moving from a warmer to a cooler area, i.e. escaping from within your warm house to the cold outside. This heat flow [...]
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It seems we are finally living in a time where pretty much the whole of society is aware of the importance of preserving the environment through better use of the Earthís limited resources. Almost every company is making an effort to reduce their impact on the atmosphere, and this is reflected in the ever-increasing availability [...]
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If you’re building a home and are looking for a classic, lasting, look for your project, you’ve probably considered salvaged and reclaimed wood to create your masterpiece. There are a number of advantages to using this type of lumber: it’s had years to dry and is less likely to warp or crack, it’s often less [...]
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Every caring parent understands that safety of the kid’s room is the first and most important factor of home design. Unprotected child’s body is exposed to the harmful effects of various toxins, radiation and bacteria. Our goal is to make the interior most eco friendly and diminish the dangerous effects of hazardous materials. Floor [...]
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Living off the grid, away from power lines, requires setting up a self-sustaining electrical system. If wanting freedom from the power company, there are three basic ways to generate your own home electricity. Solar Electrical Systems Photovoltaic (PV) cell technology, most commonly referred to as solar panels, converts energy from the sun into [...]
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No, your mind is not playing tricks on you — it is definitely getting hotter. That’s right, summer is right around the corner, and staying cool is going to be the mission of many residents. But, staying cool this summer doesn’t necessarily mean you have to pay a fortune in cooling bills. Here are 5 [...]
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Trying to change your shopping habits can be an uphill struggle these days with the growing prevalence of ‘greenwashing’ and the already astounding array of products in all markets. Add this problem to the DIY sector and you find an area in which most people know even less about; when was the last time you [...]
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Energy efficiency is often the number one concern for home owners. How can you design a beautiful home that still helps you save each month on your energy bill? Listed below are 15 energy efficient designing tips that will give your home beauty and help you save money. Choosing fans over light fixtures. When choosing [...]
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The motive behind new green building practices is a good one, but a recent report by the B.C. Construction Association has uncovered some worrying problems with modern green building practices. According to the report, some of the practices that are encouraged by green building policies could be creating long term risks and liabilities. Manley McLachlan, [...]
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