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Your Options for Eco-Friendly Carpeting

Going green with your flooring has several benefits, from improved air quality to following a more sustainable way of living to increasing your home’s value.  In this post, we’ll show you some options for eco-friendly carpeting, separated both by the […]

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How to Decarbonize Your Home

Many people have started to look around their homes and realize how many things produce carbon emissions, and they are considering making some changes to help reduce their own carbon footprint. There are many changes you can make in your

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Understanding and Managing Hard Water Problems

Water hardness is a common phenomenon in Canadian households. According to the Government of Canada, 50% of the municipal water supplies in Canada have hard water levels below 80 mg/l. Meanwhile, 20% of Canada municipalities have water hardness levels greater

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Interior Design Ideas for Recycled Glass

Are you looking to update your home’s interior design while being environmentally conscious? If so, consider bringing in pieces of recycled glass. This unique material brings with it a sense of sustainability and responsibility while also offering creative possibilities when

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Tips For Designing The Perfect Green Kitchen

A little over a year after the official launch of the Canada Greener Homes Grant, over 171,000 applications were received by the Government of Canada through the national portal. Canadians are intent on leading greener, environmentally friendlier lives through everything

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The Surprising Benefits of Vertical Gardens

Vertical gardening is a great way to help the environment without leaving the comfort of your own home. It means utilizing empty wall space by growing plants in containers on the walls. It can contain any plants you want, as

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Surefire Strategies For Greener Landscaping

Property beautification is a top priority for many homeowners in Canada. However, not everybody who does landscaping and hardscaping observes green practices. This is troublesome for the environment, because an industry this big is sure to generate a large carbon

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Tips for Building Green Homes on a Budget

With the spiraling costs of living and concerns surrounding climate change, building an energy-efficient green home is becoming more and more appealing. However, many people are put off by the myth that building a sustainable home requires deep pockets and