3/18/14

If you're planning on doing a kitchen renovation or you're in the market for a new oven or toaster oven, think convection as your preferred eco-choice. Not only do convection ovens do a fantastic job in delivering even, consistent results, they also use less energy to maintain a consistent temperature and reduce the overall cooking time. On average, choosing a convection oven over a conventional one can save you about 20 percent in energy costs.

3/17/14

Is it green to use your garbage disposal? After all, food waste is ground up and not thrown in the trash, where it's sent to the landfill, right? Unfortunately, using a garbage disposal is not the greenest way to get rid of food. All of the food sludge that is sent to the wastewater plant is actually collected and landfilled anyway. It's best to sort organic matter, like fruit and vegetable peels, for the compost bin and throw away food in the trash only when it's absolutely necessary. Skipping the garbage disposal will help you save money on water and electricity in the long run.

3/16/14

When buying a new bed and mattress set, double-check to make sure you need the box spring. Many modern bed designs are "platform style," which means they are designed to hold a mattress without the support of an additional box spring. But many mattress dealers automatically include the price of a box spring or foundation support with the cost of the mattress. By buying a “mattress only” bed, you won’t be stuck trying to give or throw away an unnecessary foundation support. Plus, buying only a mattress can result in savings in your overall purchase price.