Green Home Planning

Prepare for your next green home project by discovering our planning ideas & tips.

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Safe Paint Strippers: A Comprehensive Guide

Discover the key differences between traditional paint strippers and safe alternatives—and why you should consider the safer option.
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What To Do with Paint Leftovers

Finished a major project? Here’s how to deal with a little—or a lot—of extra paint.

14 Fast Fall Fixes

Service smoke alarms, drain the water heater, fertilize the lawn, drain and store hoses, PLUS other things you've got to get done before cold weather kicks in for good.
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9 Clean-Air Plants for Your Home

Learn about everyday houseplants that do double duty clearing out pollutants in your indoor air.
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Health-Conscious Kitchen Cabinets

Why a pediatrician mom chose nontoxic kitchen cabinets for her young family's vintage home
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How Eight Homeowners Save Over $12,275 on Energy

How do they do it? By putting power-saving technologies to work inside their homes. You can do the same
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Green-Home Resolutions

Giving up carbs and quitting smoking are hard. Saving money, conserving energy, and making the world a better place are easy
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4 Types of Whole House Air Filters

Whole house and portable filters trap dust, pollen, and more to clear the air and improve indoor air quality.