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Low-VOC Paints
Here's another great tip from BobVila.com.
There’s more to that “new paint smell” than you might think. There are already ... |
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Mechanical Ventilation
Here’s another great tip from BobVila.com.
Making your home more airtight with new windows, insulation or a finished ... |
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New Emphasis on Healthy Housing
As awareness of our home environment grows and the green building movement evolves, homeowner expectations of a healthy living ... |
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Paint, Wallpaper, and Indoor Air Quality
When painting and wallpapering, homeowners need to know what is in their products if they plan to protect their indoor air. |
 
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Preparing a Room for Painting
Preparing a room for painting will save on cleanup time and will make the finished job look professional. |
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Prescription for a Healthy Home
Dust, mold, bacteria and organic chemicals in your home can make you sick. Here are some ways to eliminate them that will have ... |
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Preventing Rodent Infiltration
Your best solution to stop pests from damaging your home is to keep them out of your house in the first place. Here are a few ... |
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Reduce Allergies and Asthma with Home Improvements
Even small steps can help sufferers breathe easier. Here are some ways to lessen the effects of allergens at home. |
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Removing Mold
Here’s another great tip from BobVila.com.
Mold problems are present in about four out of 10 American homes. With the often ... |
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Removing Radon from the Home
Radon is a tasteless, odorless gas that seeps into homes through cracks and openings in the foundation or slab. Inhaling ... |
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Safe Indoor Air for Children
When it comes to contaminated indoor air, babies and children are among the most vulnerable to potential health problems, so ... |
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Selecting a Water Filtration System
Water filtration systems play a vital role in the integrity of a home’s water supply. Selecting the right system starts with ... |
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Smart Water: Faucets, Heaters and Systems
For every use of the home’s water there is an accessory, product or gadget to improve upon it—whether it’s making cold water ... |
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Soundproofing the Home
Completely soundproofing anything is virtually impossible unless you want to live in a vault. But steps can be taken to deaden ... |
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Testing for Radon Gas
Radon is tasteless, odorless, and dangerous at relatively low levels in a home. The only way to determine if unsafe levels ... |
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The Green Bathroom
From water conservation to efficient lighting and green cleaning, the bathroom is an ideal room to make eco-friendly. Major ... |
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The Green Office
Choose earth-friendly materials and reduce electricity use to “green” your home office. |
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What is LEED Certification?
Here's another great tip from BobVila.com.
As green building hits the mainstream, you’ll continue to hear many new terms. ... |
