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How to improve energy efficiency through exterior renovations

August 16, 2018

Holly Welles

Renovations

4 green renovation ideas to boost your home's value

October 04, 2017

Robert Kociecki, Owners.com

Renovations

What water-saving toilet options are available?

April 11, 2016

Ashley Katz

Bathroom

Green renovation checklist

September 04, 2009

Green Home Guide Staff

Renovations

Before you hang the drapes, get those windows up to peak performance. Common leaks occur around windows, doors, and other wall penetrations. Plugging those leaks with weather stripping and caulk, a... Read more

5 Tips for Choosing a Low-Flow Toilet

September 04, 2009

Willem Maas

Bathroom

Elements of a Green Bathroom

September 04, 2009

Lili Wright

Bathroom

Green materials and ecological design are the cutting-edge ways to implement sound health and hygiene practices, ensuring that clean water, clean air, and healthy habitats remain available for all... Read more

Making Your Bathroom Healthy, Efficient, and Comfortable

September 03, 2009

Green Home Guide Staff

Bathroom

The bathroom is one of the most resource-intensive rooms in the house. As the largest user of water and a major energy consumer, it’s a great place to target to reduce your home’s environmental... Read more

8 Steps to a Water-Wise Bathroom

September 03, 2009

Lili Wright

Bathroom

A leaky toilet can waste up to 600 gallons of water per month! To check for leaks, put several drops of food coloring into the tank. If the color makes its way into the bowl, the toilet is leaking.