Is Gray Flooring Still Popular?

Thinking about installing gray flooring but wondering if you are catching the tail end of a trend? As hardwood flooring trends go, don’t worry. Gray is still popular for floors and will continue to be popular in the coming years. It provides an eye-catching neutral color for the floor and gives you tremendous range when … Read more

4 Sustainable Design Tips to Make Your Home Valuable and Appealing

Endless home improvement options await those looking to increase the value and appeal of their house. Just pinpointing where to begin the journey presents a challenge. Some renovations increase the value of a home and a portion can be recovered at a sale. Sustainability may be just the edge you need when selling your home. … Read more

Shopping Green This Holiday Season

For the 2022 holiday season, going green doesn’t refer to that nasty Grinch, it means shopping green. Most all consumers seek added value from ecologically-friendly products, but this is especially true for Gen Z. Savvy shoppers don’t fall for green-washing and dedicated environmentalists do a quick eye-roll when brands advertise their “eco-friendly” line of burgers, … Read more

How To Make Autumn Decorations with Green Materials

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As the leaves change color and fall from the trees, it’s time to start thinking about autumn decorations. Make autumn decorations with green materials and reduce your environmental impact while celebrating the season. Sustainable materials replenish at the same rate or faster than they are consumed, and include renewable resources, recycled materials, and naturally abundant … Read more

Creating a Sustainable Indoor Garden

  Small homes and apartments often don’t have space for a garden. In regions with cold weather, composting is more difficult, the types of plants you can grow is limited, and it’s generally just too unpleasant to garden. The good news is that you can still have a green thumb in a small space or … Read more

Best Eco-Friendly Wood Types for Sustainable Furniture

Designing your home is no easy task. Especially when you’re looking for furniture that’s just as ethical and sustainable as it is elegant and functional. One of the main aspects that make furniture environmentally friendly is the wood that’s used as raw material. While the sustainability of conventional wooden furniture is still questionable, there are … Read more

There’s Asbestos in My Home: Now What?

One of the most fulfilling but challenging experiences throughout life is being a homeowner. No matter how sound our engineering becomes, homes will still always naturally degrade over time. Weather, wear-and-tear, and faulty repairs will likely lead you to have to make some repairs of your own as a homeowner. As you approach these projects, … Read more

How to Keep Furniture From Scratching Wood Floors – the Creative Thinker’s Approach

Now that you’re finally living with the beautiful wood floors of your dreams, it’s time to think about how you’re going to keep those gorgeous floors looking new. If you search “how to keep furniture from scratching wood floors” you’ll see advice such as sticking your bed in a corner or attaching roller casters to … Read more