We just came across this great post from Flavorwire, a blog dedicated to cultural news and critique. They cover everything from high culture to pop culture and it is always a lively read. This recent post really caught our eye: Los Angeles-based artist Mark Bennett is a seasoned television watcher who pays homage to the medium in his work. More than just... [Read more...]
These very simple energy saving tips from the US Department of Energy will not only help the environment they will help your pocketbook by saving money too! Install a programmable thermostat to keep your house comfortably warm in the winter and comfortably cool in the summer. Use compact fluorescent light bulbs with the Energy Star label. Air dry dishes... [Read more...]
Enjoy these photos of beautiful green roofs in honor of Earth Day. Seattle Transportation Building All photos courtesy of Greenroofs. Read More →
Portsmouth, New Hampshire will soon have its first Zero Energy Building (ZEB), Regeneration Park, a commercial building whose goal is to consume zero net energy and emit zero net carbon. This ambitious project has been conceived by Andrew Kellar, founder and owner of Simply Green Biofuels, and when completed, will be an eco-friendly home to like-minded businesses. Working... [Read more...]
New Lead Paint Regulations are in Effect
Posted on April 16, 2010 By Lynda (Edit) Leave a Comment
The new EPA regulations regarding remodeling homes that may potentially contain lead paint are in effect this month. The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) posted this concise article on their website about the new regulations. The bottom line - if your home was built prior to 1978 and you are considering a remodel, make sure your contractor... [Read more...]