Category Archives for "Green Home"
January 7, 2010
- in Green Home , Homekeeping by Alexis Rodrigo
How to Get the Best Home Air Quality for Your Family
In our chemical-laden world, indoor air pollution is a real problem, especially in the winter when doors and windows are shut. While it’s good to decrease energy costs by sealing leaks and drafts, an air-tight home can harbor very poor air. Carpet and wallpaper adhesives, particleboard/flakeboard, and other building materials can emit (or “off-gas”) chemicals […]
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January 5, 2010
- in Green Home by Alexis Rodrigo
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Electric Fireplaces versus Gas versus Wood-Fired Fireplaces
Fireplaces have traditionally been a central part of a home, where family and friends gather to share warmth and stories. Nowadays, we have many options when it comes to fireplaces: electric, gas or the traditional wood. How do you choose which one is best for your home? This article provides and advantages and disadvantages of […]
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January 3, 2010
- in Green Home by Alexis Rodrigo
How to Find a Green Job
The job market is tough right now and you may be looking for a career that promises longevity as well as a career that helps make a difference in the world. A job working for a company that is contributing to new energy sources, recycling, or environmental cleanup. The good news is the career potential […]
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January 1, 2010
- in Homekeeping by Alexis Rodrigo
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Five Winter-Warming Recipes for the Whole Family
There?s nothing more comforting that eating one of these five winter-warming recipes for the whole family. The weather outside may be downright cold, but you?ll be warm on the inside. You may want to try one of these recipes tonight. * Indian Chai Tea Rather than grabbing a steaming cup of Joe, why not try […]
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December 31, 2009
- in Green Home , Parenting by Alexis Rodrigo
New Year’s Eve Resolutions for Eco-Conscious Parents
New Year’s resolutions are notorious for being broken before February. One way to minimize back-sliding is to involve others in your resolutions. Elicit your family’s help and come up with a list of resolutions that everyone can participate in and remind each other about. Here are some suggestions for green resolutions that will change your […]
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