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13 Ways to Minimize the Carbon Footprint of Your DIY Projects

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Most of us take up DIY projects as a hobby. However, did you know that you can take up DIY projects to reduce the carbon footprint of your home? DIY projects offer you the perfect opportunity to reuse things. You can create things yourself. You can use eco-friendly materials and resources to do so. When you take these steps, it will be easy for you to reduce the carbon footprint of your home. You have to change how you do things. When you plan and use such resources, it will be easy to reduce the carbon footprint of your DIY … Continue reading →

3 DIY Ideas to Spruce Up Your Old Boat

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Sailing a boat has a load of benefits that some of us may not even be aware of. You know that it gives you a sense of freedom, being out in open waters. You may enjoy fishing or love sailing and relaxing after a long week of work; what better way is there than getting in your boat and forgetting about the everyday stress and just taking in the fresh air and loving every minute of it. Your boat may also be like a second home to you, a place to enjoy quality time with your loved ones or have … Continue reading →

7 Easy Ways to Make Organic Liquid Fertilizer

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Many organic farmers struggle to find natural ways of enhancing their soil. While organic fertilizers are readily available, it makes more sense to produce them as only then can one be sure of the components used. When produced appropriately, homemade organic liquid fertilizers can be as good as their commercially made counterparts. There are different types of organic liquid fertilizer available. For instance, compost tea is a powerful fertilizer while coffee grounds are said to provide sufficient nitrogen to plants. A huge percentage of organic fertilizers are made from kitchen waste. However, there are many more things one can convert … Continue reading →

An Easy Guide To Setup Your Greenhouse

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We have all heard about greenhouses, and we have all been told that it is healthy for the environment. However, we might have never been taught how to build one, or how important it is for our Earth. Now more than ever, given the ever-growing presence of global warming that is threatening our planet, it is a must to have a greenhouse. This having been mentioned, if you’re looking to have one, here are some tips in a guide to help you setup your greenhouse. 1. Structure Picking the appropriate structure for your greenhouse is by far the most important step … Continue reading →

Modern Greenhouse Design Ideas For Your Future Home

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Greenhouses have definitely evolved through time. It has come a long way from its plain and simple designs to the now high-tech structured architectures. The location, weather, and the availability of materials have a lot to do with the never ending innovations. Consider these modern greenhouse design ideas that will complement your home, lifestyle, and passions in life if you plan to build your own greenhouse in your backyard.   1. Strong and Sturdy Foundation Having concrete and dug-deep foundation will keep the structure in place and could last longer as compared to bamboos or soft wood which are susceptible … Continue reading →

Hydroponic Gardening – 5 Easy Ways to Get Started

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Have you ever wondered if you could grow a plant without using any soil? Well, now you can, thanks to an existing system of gardening called Hydroponic Gardening. Instead of using soil, this system allows you to grow plants and vegetables in a solution of nutrients and water! It doesn’t end there, this method can grow plants much faster, can be used all year round, requires less space, and yields more than conventional gardening. Some of the easiest and most common plants, herbs, fruits you can grow are lettuce, oregano, tomatoes, and some other kinds. This is great for those … Continue reading →

5 Eco-friendly Projects You Can Do At Home

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The planet is our home and hence we need all hands on deck to maintain it. One of those ways is to carry out projects in our homes that are considered green and eco-friendly. To do that, we would also need instruments like the band saw. If you don’t have this piece of equipment yet, there’s hundreds of band saw reviews online that you can read. Now, if you’re ready to create your woodworking projects, here are 5 eco-friendly project ideas you should consider. 1. Kitchen Facelift – Adding a Jar Herb Garden Are you worried that your kitchen cabinet … Continue reading →

My Little Paper Recycling Project

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Paper industry is considered as one of the world’s largest consumers of fossil fuels and biggest industrial polluter. The industry is criticized by environmental groups for being responsible for massive deforestation around the world. With the use of modern technology such as the printing press and the highly mechanised harvesting of wood, paper has become a cheap commodity. This has led to a high level of consumption and waste. Worldwide consumption of paper has risen by 400% in the past 40 years, with 35% of harvested trees being used for paper manufacture. Paper wastes constitute as much as one-fourth of … Continue reading →

السماد من المخلفات الغذائية في المنزل

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يضيف البستانيون والمزارعون السماد بشكل عام إلى التربة لتحسين خصائصه الفيزيائية، فالسماد ببساطة هو مادة عضوية متحللة – يمكن أن يكون غُصين مادة عضوية، ويمكن كذلك أن يكون قشر الموز والبيض. سنتعرف في هذه المقالة على كيفية الاستفادة من المخلفات العضوية في منازلنا وتحويلها لسماد عضوي. مؤخراً ساهم انتشار الوعي البيئي والاهتمام بالصحة في نمو الطلب على الأطعمة العضوية والطبيعية خصوصاً تلك المزروعة في المنزل. وبات الناس مهتمين أكثر بتبني الممارسات المستدامة في منازلهم؛ ومن ذلك إنتاج السماد الطبيعي في المنزل من خلال إعادة تدوير النفايات العضوية بداءً بالمخلفات الغذائية إلى أوراق الشجر المتساقط في الحديقة. لماذا (الكومبوست) يفيد البيئة؟ … Continue reading →

How to Minimise Environmental Damage When Updating Your Flooring

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In a changing world where climate change and protecting the environment is constantly making headlines, we want to do the best we can to vote with our money and make options that help the planet. Home renovations can be tricky to navigate when we want to live in an environmentally conscious way. Regarding flooring, in particular, there are numerous things to consider. In this article, we explore the best flooring surfaces and how to dispose of your old flooring. Is Solid Wood Flooring an Environmental Choice? Solid wood flooring is an excellent choice when looking to make environmentally conscious renovation … Continue reading →

Build Your Tiny Home From Recycled Materials

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People are turning to tiny living in order to save money. Living simply is about getting back to the earth, leaving a smaller footprint on the planet, and also, for many people, about being frugal. Why create a mountain of debt when you can build a home from recycled materials that can be found for free? Building your tiny home from recycled materials is not as difficult as you may think. In fact, when you learn what to look for, it’s actually not hard to find the materials and put your imagination to work. Image Source: https://tinylivinglife.com/2019/05/how-much-do-tiny-houses-cost-are-they-worth-the-investment/ What Materials Do … Continue reading →

6 Top Green Ways for Tidying Your Home

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Home cleaning is a routine that you should perform regularly so that you can always live in a comfortable environment. However, some methods used for cleaning homes can negatively impact the environment in different ways. To prevent this, you can consider green cleaning methods. As such, you can double-check the 6 green ways for tidying your home below: 1. DIY cleaning products Homemade cleaning products with natural ingredients such as lemon juice, white vinegar, baking soda, and olive oil are perfect for cleaning your home since they do not negatively impact the environment. These products are safe, and you can … Continue reading →