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Easy To Reduce Usage Lowering the faucet flow rate not only saves water but also the energy that is needed to heat the water. One quick and really inexpensive way to reduce flow at the faucet is to install an aerator. Some aerators cost as little as $1 each. All aerators sold in the US […]

Trends and Technologies On average, 26% of household water is flushed down the toilet, literally. This is a lot of water along with the energy required in treating before and after use. Here are some ways to reduce toilet water usage Low flow toilets. Flush volume has been declining since the 1970’s due the improve […]

Everyone knows the frustration in waiting for the hot water to come out of the faucet in the morning. Because a single hot water tank is often placed in one end of the house such as the garage and the bathrooms are situated at the opposite end, it is not unusual to have to wait […]

Carbon monoxide is a result of incomplete combustion of fossil fuels such as natural gas, wood, or petroleum products. It is colorless and odorless but toxic. Acute poisoning (exposure to high levels at once) can cause neurological damages and can be fatal. Chronic poisoning (exposure to lower levels for long periods of time) can cause […]

Mold spores are present almost everywhere. Inside a house, mold spores are not a problem if the count is low. When the count becomes high, it may be a cause for respiratory problems such as asthma. Mold requires certain conditions to grow. First is the presence of organic materials that serve as food for mold […]

Most buildings leak air, and therefore heat, through cracks in their building envelope. We get cold in our leaky buildings and turn up our heaters to keep warm. The heat continues to leak out, and we continue to turn up our heaters, and on and on the cycle goes. In the end, we may as […]

The floor covers the entire area of a house. It gets heavily used. Children play on floors. It is important to choose flooring materials that ensure a healthy environment and fit your living style. Here is a table comparing different types of green flooring materials. This forum provides you with resources about home renovation, improvement, […]

The countertop is likely the most talked about fixture in a home. Countertops, particularly the kitchen countertops, are very visible, get a lot of use and abuse, and may cost a big part of the remodeling budget. When selecting a countertop it is very important to consider the performance and cost of the countertop material, […]