Category: Sustainable Home
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Upgrade your Space: Sustainably & Renter Friendly
enting a home has its perks, but it often comes with what we call “landlord special.” These are spaces that are often finished with a fresh coat of white or millennial gray paint that can feel somewhat sterile. While making permanent changes to these spaces may not be an option,…
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4 Easy Sustainable Holiday Decorations
The holiday period comes with lots of light, laughter, and litter. We all want to decorate our homes with beautiful items during the festive season to spread our joy. Sparkly lights, wreaths, and other bright decorations representing the holiday we observe are almost everywhere in supermarkets, home decor stores, and…
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Holiday Gift Guide: Home Edition
As the Holiday season approaches, consider sustainable gifts that delight both recipients and the environment. From glass jars for bulk shoppers to eco-friendly cleaning products for new homeowners, the list includes handmade items for cooks and elegant serving ware for hosts. Homemade gifts also convey heartfelt sentiment. Happy Holidays!
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Sustainable Home: Art Project
Have you recently gone on a trip and come home with a bunch of little momentos? You name it, like plane or train tickets, tickets to museums, postcards, stickers! Or you could have a bunch in a box somewhere in your home. Or you may have thousands of photos on…
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Tips for A Sustainable Home Office
In today’s digital world, where an increasing number of people work and study remotely, creating a sustainable home office can benefit our routines. A green workspace contributes to a healthier planet and promotes creativity, productivity, and well-being. In today’s post, we give you some quick, easy tips on how to…
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Home Project: The Sustainable Bar Cart
Are you looking to vamp up your space without breaking the bank or harming the planet with more waste? Let’s dive into creating your sustainable bar cart for your home, a project that not only adds style to your space but also contributes to a more sustainable lifestyle, a choice…
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International Biodiversity Day 2024
International Day for Biological Diversity is today, May 22! The United Nations proclaimed the day to increase awareness of global biodiversity issues. It first occurred on December 29, 1993, when the Convention on Biological Diversity came into force. In December of 2000, it was agreed upon that the day would…
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Sustainable Plant Propagation
Whether you were born with a green thumb, inspired by gorgeous greenery-inspired interior designs on social media, or started your plant parent journey during COVID-19, we can all agree that plants are our true friends. They improve our lives by helping reduce our stress levels, allowing us to recover from illness faster, improving…
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5 Ways to Repel Mosquitos Sustainably
Warmer weather brings new and not-so-fun guests: mosquitoes. Although very important for our ecosystem, mosquitoes are pollinators and food sources for many animals; they can quickly turn a peaceful outing into an annoying and itchy battle against them. Fortunately, there are many ways to keep them away while not causing harm to our…
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How to Furnish your Sustainable Home
Furnishing a sustainable home can be an exciting journey! By repurposing old furniture, opting for local second-hand pieces, and refurbishing what you have, you can create a beautiful, eco-conscious space. Invest in durable, sustainable materials and research brands’ eco-claims to support a greener future.
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