Home Improvement Tips & Ideas
Go green with your home renovations with green home & energy efficiency and water saving strategies that can cut costs and improve your comfort
If you live smack in the middle of a dense urban environment, you may not think you have many gardening opportunities available. But increasingly city-dwellers are looking upward to satisfy their desire for urban gardening. Roof gardens are surging in popularity in many large cities, and the benefits are remarkable. Here are just a few …
Add some green to your red, white and blue July Fourth celebration with sustainable party goods, accessories and tools.
Green Ideas for Celebrating the Red, White and BlueRead More
Tips to save money on your energy bills by getting home energy audits. A home energy audit can be performed for free by a utility company or by a trained, licensed technician for a fee. A technician will walk through your new or older home and help you determine the best way to make your home energy tight.
Homeowners are taking steps to live greener lives and make their homes more environmentally friendly. Zero-carbon homes are a way to achieve just that.
I think that bees get a bit of an unfair reputation. We hear the word and all it incites in us is fear. For some people, bees are actually one of the biggest fears that they have and I think that that’s pretty unwarranted. Sure, it’s not nice to be stung by one. In fact, …
Whether you’re fresh off a workout or feeling stressed from work, the best way to wash away the day is with a luxurious shower. Moen, the leader in water experiences in the home, is giving consumers the opportunity to enhance their “me” time with the new Moen® Aromatherapy Handshowers with INLY™ Technology. The Moen Aromatherapy Handshowers are …
Moen Aromatherapy Handshower Delivers Pure RelaxationRead More
Solar power has become a popular method for homeowners to reduce or eliminate their energy bills. But happens when solar panels die? Solar panel recycling provides an attractive option.
Solar Panel Recycling Offers a Second Life in the SunRead More
Get recycling tips for the holidays. Learn how to recycle your Christmas tree, batteries and more.
While there are dozens of decor styles to choose from, farmhouse décor is more popular than ever. It evokes a very warm, welcoming and comfortable feeling, capturing the spirit of the American farmer who often decorated their homes with only what nature has to offer.
Learn how to use your green smarts to make better choices, whether you’re shopping for paint, furniture, flooring or cleaning products.
So, you need an appraisal for your “high performance” or “green” home, but you might not be aware of how green homes are appraised as compared to other residential properties. Here are 5 vital pieces of information you need to consider. 1. Your Appraiser May Not be Trained in the Niche Market of Green Homes …
Green Home Appraisals: 5 Tips to Make Sure Your Home is Fully ValuedRead More
Solar powered lights are nothing new at this point. However, the usage of solar lighting technology has steadily increased in recent years. Solar is efficient, simple, and saves users money, and a great example of how the industry has expanded from only making roof mounted panels. This guide will focus on a few different kinds …
If you are considering remodeling or renovating your home, you are in very good company. According to Forbes, nearly a quarter of the U.S. population made home improvements in the last year. But while many Americans remodel their homes each year, many may not take into account the impact the project may have on the …
Eco-Friendly Remodeling: The Role of Organic and Natural DyesRead More
Each year, Fixr reaches out to industry experts to complete a survey that can help uncover industry trends and publishes the answers for homeowners and industry professionals in an easy to read report. This year’s reports includes energy-efficient home trends that can help homeowners lower energy bills save hundreds to thousands of dollars each year. …
Simple Green All-Purpose Cleaner handles a wide range of cleaning and degreasing without harsh chemicals. The non-toxic and biodegradable formula easily removes tough dirt and grime without harmful and dangerous chemicals that can harm you and the environment. Simple Green features a concentrated formula can be custom diluted for a wide variety of cleaning jobs, …
Get Powerful, All-Purpose Cleaning with Simple GreenRead More
Have you ever opened a surprisingly large electric bill and wondered where all that electricity is going? If so, you might have wished you had just a little bit more info to help you figure it all out! The Sense Home Energy Monitor does just that – and is the single best way we’ve found …
Single Best Way to Cut Electricity Costs: Sense Home Energy MonitorRead More
Throwing away food is something that nobody intends to do, but the reality is that many people waste food quite often. According to a survey conducted by the American Chemistry Council, the average household throws out $640 worth of food each year. This number equates to throwing away around 16% of the food that we …
Stop Wasting Food at Home with These Preservation TipsRead More
Do you appreciate hardwood that has unique, even “one of a kind” qualities? Do you want to contribute to a sustainable environment and maybe even save a few bucks along the way? If your answer to those questions is “Yes,” then reclaimed lumber may be the perfect fit for your next home improvement project! What …
4 Reasons to Love Reclaimed Lumber for Your Next ProjectRead More
Building on the popularity of tiny homes, Rinker Materials™ partnered with the American Institute of Architectural Students to create the “Pipe Dream Challenge” where students would compete to design a home inside a 30-ton, 8-wide by 16-foot tall concrete pipe. The winning design feature a kitchen, bath, living space, bedroom & home office! See the …
This Tiny Home Was Built Inside a 30-Ton Concrete PipeWatch Now
Whether you’re planning a kitchen overhaul or a partial redesign, it’s not hard to create an eco-friendly kitchen for healthier and sustainable living
Water-saving fixtures are cost-effective investments, and add value to a home. Here’s how to create a new, sustainable routine for daily water use.
Insulating and sealing are affordable, effective projects for your green home. Here are our top tips for ensuring year-round energy efficiency.
Home Insulation: Green Armor Against High Energy CostsRead More
ith good planning and attention to basic maintenance, the best home comfort can also be the most efficient. Here’s how to get both!
There’s never been a better time to illuminate your home with energy efficient lighting including fixtures, bulbs and controls. Here’s where to begin.
Energy Efficient Lighting: Bright Ideas for Low-Cost IlluminationRead More
