There are many ways to be eco-friendly at home and in the garden. Stay up to date with all of the latest developments in household environmental tips that will help you go green.
The Green Deal is a new UK government led scheme which aims to make it easier for British homeowners to make their homes more energy efficient. The deal allows homeowners to borrow up to £10,000 to pay for energy saving devices such as double glazing. Repayments are added to utility bills and repayment plans can [...]
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London is one of the greatest cities in the world filled with culture and known for its art, politics, historical significance, music and fashion. It is a magical city, home to the Royal family and unforgettable talents that have shaped the way we see and hear the world today. From Jimi Hendrix to the Beatles, [...]
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Green air conditioning is becoming more widespread as air conditioner manufacturers phase out ozone-depleting refrigerants in their products in order to meet new government regulations. A number of technological innovations are also making AC units greener. Whether by purchasing units with energy-saving technologies or by improving a home’s energy efficiency, here are seven ways to [...]
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For those who are looking to create beautiful gardens with limited space, a vertical garden could be just what you need. A popular feature among urban gardeners, a vertical wall garden gives you the ability to grow a nice variety of plants and flowers, and beautify your space without sacrificing any square footage. Check out [...]
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There are few periods in life that are as exciting, tiring and filled with emotion as raising a baby. On top of being a lot of work, bringing a newborn into the world can be expensive and lead to a huge amount of waste being generated. Let’s take a look at a few ways that [...]
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With the push continuing to conserve as much energy as possible, individuals are coming up with a huge number of tips and tricks that they are convinced save both electricity and money. However – which are myths and which are true? Below we’ll take a quick look at a few myths that you may want [...]
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When it comes to preparing your home for sale in an environmentally friendly way, Kermit the Frog had it wrong. It is easy being green. If you invest in green features today, chances are they could pay for themselves throughout the duration of your homeownership. One thing I like to always keep in mind is [...]
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Image: ukgardenphotos/Flickr For a large number of people, nicer weather means that their home is suddenly a lot bigger. Why? They spend a lot more time outdoors and their garden is an extension of their living space. For many, the nice weather encompasses a lot of things: Time outdoors enjoying the sun Cooking and dining [...]
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Let’s face it. If it’s not dirty, then the kids most likely didn’t have that much fun doing it. While we want them to go outside and play, we are often sorry when we see the state of their clothing. How could so many stains all end up on such a small area? While the [...]
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Kings Canyon Range in central Australia is kind of near Ayres Rock. It’s actually 323 km from Alice Springs, but this is considered “neighbouring” in this vast desert. In 1994 when I was there, there were no hotels, no motorway services and no supermarkets. You carried your petrol with you and you camped along the [...]
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