Eco-friendly Home

Take the paper-towel free challenge

Mary Fetzer — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 00:06:00 -0800

They're convenient and easy to use, but they're bad for the environment. You don't need an intervention to break the paper-towel habit. These tips will have you paper-towel free in no time.

Can you really deep clean without chemicals?

Jessica Watson — Sat, 12 Jan 2013 03:05:00 -0800

The new year has you in the mood to deep clean the carpets and banish sticky floors, but you'd rather not keel over from the chemicals. Try these products, and you won't even need to open the windows for air.

Decorative money-saving ways to recycle this holiday season

Mar Jennings — Fri, 07 Dec 2012 09:15:00 -0800

Did you know that if everyone wrapped just three gifts in reused paper, it would save enough paper to cover 45,000 football fields? It's true: You can save money and the environment by being more eco-conscious. These decorative holiday recycling ideas cost little to nothing and can make a big eco-friendly impact.

Eco-friendly wedding gifts for the modern bride and groom

Sherri Kuhn — Sat, 30 Jun 2012 11:00:00 -0700

Let's face it -- every bride and groom has way more toasters and salad bowls than they will ever use. What's the latest trend for wedding gifts this summer? Think eco-friendly options that the bride and groom will love -- and so will Mother Nature.

Lessons learned from the HGTV Green Home

Melissa Dunlap — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 09:00:00 -0700

While visiting the 2012 HGTV Green Home, we picked up a few tips on sustainability and green home design. From reclaiming and repurposing to eco-friendly building materials, read about the lessons learned.

Sneak peek: HGTV Green Home 2012

Melissa Dunlap — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 09:25:00 -0700

SheKnows got a sneak peek inside the 2012 HGTV Green Home and spoke to the designers about the decorating process for creating the modern family farmhouse. The HGTV Green Home Giveaway begins April 12, so take a look and see why you should enter.

Top tips for having a greener Christmas this year

Jessica Padykula — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 07:00:00 -0800

This year is all about having an eco-conscious Christmas. It may seem like a daunting task to turn your attention to the environment during such a hectic time, but it’s actually easier than you think to take a greener approach to the festive season. To help get you started, we put together nine easy changes you can make now to give your holidays an Earth-friendly twist.

Top 6 extreme green homes in the US

Tana Johnson — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 15:45:00 -0700

Considering adding earth-friendly elements to your already existing home, or building one completely off the grid? Let the following sustainable homes be your inspiration! Whether the house is made of rubber tires and pop cans, features its own wind turbine or is completely solar-powered, we unearthed the top six extreme green homes in the country!

6 Simple eco-friendly product swaps for your home

Laura Williams, M.S.Ed. — Tue, 10 May 2011 19:08:00 -0700

With everything you’ve got on your plate, making major changes to your carbon footprint may seem overwhelming. Luckily, even the laziest environmentalist can take steps toward greening up her home in just a few minutes. Try a few of these six, quick-and-easy eco-friendly product swaps to do your part for the environment without overwhelming your to do list.

Eco-friendly lighting solutions for your home

Laura Williams, M.S.Ed. — Tue, 10 May 2011 18:39:00 -0700

When it comes to eco-friendly lighting solutions for your home, you need to remember that less is more: The less energy you consume, the more money you’ll save! While you may need to make an investment up front, these five easy lighting swaps will improve your carbon footprint while cutting down on your electric bill.

Go green in the kitchen

Elaina Verhoff — Fri, 06 May 2011 12:58:00 -0700

If you want to switch to a greener lifestyle, start in the kitchen. From paper products to produce, the kitchen is filled with opportunities to reduce your family's waste and reduce energy consumption. Here are 10 simple swaps to help you green your kitchen.

Chef Fabio Viviani: Eco-friendly cookware and recipes

Michele Borboa, MS — Fri, 01 Apr 2011 14:11:00 -0700

Looking for a tasty way to go green in the kitchen? Try swapping your conventional non-stick cookware for an eco-friendly brand of cookware that is passionately recommended by a celebrity chef! Leading Italian cookware maker Bialetti recently partnered with the fan favorite Top Chef star chef Fabio Viviani to promote their new Aeternum eco-friendly pans. Here’s what chef Viviani has to say about the green cookware and a few of his favorite Italian recipes that you, too, can cook to delicious perfection.

Green technology: 3 St. Patrick's Day-inspired green gadgets

Lauren Fairbanks — Thu, 10 Mar 2011 08:18:00 -0800

Wearing green on St. Patrick's Day is somewhat of an outdated concept. Instead of pointing to a chartreuse necklace or emerald-hued scarf if you're about to get pinched, whip out one of these green tech gadgets instead to show your support for the Irish by going green in an eco-friendly way.

DIY green home makeover

Kori Ellis — Fri, 18 Feb 2011 05:46:00 -0800

Going green is not as difficult or costly as you may think. With these DIY tips, you can give your home a green makeover to make it more environmentally friendly and energy efficient.

5 Easy ways to really go green

Lauren Fairbanks — Sun, 09 Jan 2011 10:36:00 -0800

Going green isn't just about carrying around canvas grocery bags and shopping for organic fennel at your local green market. There are plenty of ways that individuals and families can go green without spending loads of money on overpriced produce and organic cotton T-shirts. Try the following five practically free ways to really go green.

5 Eco-friendly home design tips

Jessica Padykula — Sat, 11 Dec 2010 10:49:00 -0800

It’s that time of year again, when we look back at the past year and make a note of things we’d like to do better. Often it’s to exercise more or eat better, but what about minimizing our carbon footprint? Eco-resolutions are becoming more and more popular as people aim to do their part for the Earth. We’ve put together some simple ways for you to green your home design and decor.

Best new eco-health products

Sarah Kelsey — Thu, 30 Sep 2010 12:24:00 -0700

Looking for some ways to green all of your daily routines? Look no further than this eco-friendly guide to living a healthy life.

Guide to buying eco-friendly appliances

Kristin Chessman — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 11:35:00 -0700

You’ve decided to invest in your home—and the environment—by swapping out your old appliances for eco-friendly ones. Kudos to you! Changing to energy efficient isn’t just good for the earth, it’s also great for your pocketbook. But with all the appliances and cleaning products touting their eco-friendly reputation these days, how do you know which ones are legit? Check out our tips on what to look for when purchasing eco-friendly appliances and products.

Green your home with bamboo

Sommer Caraway — Thu, 15 Apr 2010 10:20:00 -0700

Just about everyone has heard of bamboo with the ‘go green’ craze. Whereas some may think of a small indoor plant that is nearly impossible to kill, and others imagine a giant fuzzy panda bear eating bamboo in the jungle, this plant has an abundance of uses – especially in the house! Read below for insight into this exotic plant and how you can use it to adorn your humble abode.