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Five more ways to keep the heat in this winter

By Loretta White Posted Thu Nov 19, 2009 1:01pm PST for ecomii_healthy_living 3 Comments

Want to save money on heating this winter? Here are five steps you can take to keep the heat in. The previous post in the Read full post »
Related topics: Tips, Heating-Cooling, House, Saving energy at home
Set a fancy table for free

By Trystan L. Bass Posted Tue Nov 17, 2009 12:29pm PST for greenpicks 1 Comments

Dine on crystal and silver for the holidays without breaking the bank. Read full post »
Related topics: Food and Drink, Shopping, Holidays, Tips, Saving Money, Reusing stuff
Six surprisingly comfortable cave homes

By Brian Clark Howard Posted Mon Nov 16, 2009 10:57am PST for daily_green_news 4 Comments

Would you live in a cave? You might want to after seeing these remarkable properties around the world that are energy-efficient and inexpensive. Read full post »
Related topics: Nature, Design, Buildings, House
The easiest way to save 10% on energy bills

By Dan Shapley Posted Thu Nov 12, 2009 1:26pm PST for daily_green_news 1 Comments

See how surprisingly lucrative it is to weatherize your home by simply stopping drafts. Read full post »
Related topics: Tips, Heating-Cooling, House
Beat the cold with adorable DIY draft snakes

By Brian Clark Howard Posted Wed Nov 11, 2009 9:56am PST for daily_green_news 0 Comments

Eliminating drafts is a key part of winterizing your home. Make one of these colorful door draft stoppers to reduce your heating bills. Read full post »
Related topics: Crafts, Heating-Cooling, House
Insulation: Save money and gain heat

By Loretta White Posted Wed Nov 4, 2009 7:25am PST for ecomii_healthy_living 1 Comments

Considering a third of a home’s annual costs are spent on heating, it’s worth spending a little on insulation to keep that heat inside. Read full post »
Related topics: Tips, Heating-Cooling, House
Sleep better in your own bed

By Lori Bongiorno Posted Tue Oct 27, 2009 3:37pm PDT for the_conscious_consumer 32 Comments

Plump those old pillows and revive your bedroom for a truly restful night’s slumber. Read full post »
Related topics: Shopping, How-To, Cleaning, Tips, Saving Money
Ya gonna eat that? Worms will

By Mike Kahn Posted Tue Oct 27, 2009 10:15am PDT for daily_green_news 1 Comments

How to start a worm composting bin in six simple steps and cut your waste by up to 40%. Read full post »
Related topics: How-To, Gardening, Organic, Veggies
How to save at least $250 on your heating bills this year

By Lori Bongiorno Posted Tue Oct 20, 2009 11:16am PDT for the_conscious_consumer 26 Comments

A few, simple home improvement projects can lower your utility costs in winter. Start now before the temperature drops! Read full post »
Related topics: How-To, Heating-Cooling, House, Saving Money, Saving energy at home
Is danger lurking in your living room?

By Cameron Bard Posted Tue Oct 13, 2009 11:21am PDT for ecomii_healthy_living 1 Comments

Indoor air can be two to five times more polluted than outdoor air. But smart choices in paint, furniture, and flooring can clear it up. Read full post »
Related topics: Health, Tips, Pollution, House