Better Bedding, Part IV
My fourth top pick of better bedding is made from bamboo, a fast-growing grass that can be processed into a soft, smooth fabric. Although bamboo is a rapidly renewable grass that doesn’t need...
View ArticleThe Inherent Beauty of Reclaimed Wood Furnishings
Whether you are looking for a new dining room hutch or a new bedroom set, furniture made from reclaimed wood is an environmentally-friendly way to go. Made from aged wine barrels, old barn timbers,...
View ArticleDon’t Throw In the Towel, Look for Eco-friendly Options for the Bathroom
If the fact that conventionally-grown cotton uses massive amounts of pesticides and insecticides concerns you because of the detrimental effects on our air, soil, water, beneficial insects, and those...
View ArticleHang those Curtains with Eco-Chic Style!
Searching for the perfect drapery hardware with minimal environmental impact? The Antique Drapery Rod Company, based in Dallas, Texas, produces historically classical window hardware from sustainable...
View Article7 Easy Ways to an Eco-Chic Bathroom
If you love that relaxing ambiance of the spa, why not recreate that atmosphere in your bathroom at home? Here are some tips for making your revamped bath eco-friendly and luxurious: Paint the walls a...
View ArticleRelax by Candlelight Naturally
After recommending soy-based candles in my last post about eco-chic bathrooms, I thought I would talk about them in more detail here. Soy-based candles come in a variety of aromas and create a soothing...
View ArticleGo From Homely to Homey with Sustainable Furnishings, Part II
In part one of my series on new, sustainable furnishings, I discussed eco-friendly options for the living room. Today, I’ll talk about companies that make sustainable, high-quality bedroom furniture,...
View ArticleSpice Up The Bath With Recycled Metal
Whether it’s copper, aluminum, brass, or bronze, recycled metal can add a cool designer touch to any bathroom. From stunning countertops and vessel sinks to unique cabinet hardware and soap...
View ArticleSoap Secrets Revealed
Ever stopped to wonder what’s in that soap you use to lather up while bathing? Since it’s something that we use everyday (hopefully!), then we should be aware of what we’re exposing ourselves to so...
View ArticleClearing the Air in the Bedroom
A bedroom should be a peaceful place where you can take a few deep breaths and relax. One fundamental principle of green design is that the air you breathe should be of good quality, especially since...
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