Does Energy Film Really Work?
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Q: I've been looking into an energy saving window film. Has anyone used anything similar, and does it work? Sent by Holly...
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Does Energy Film Really Work?
Suggestions for Recycling Unmentionables?
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Q: Here's a personal question: where can one recycle used underwear? I don't think Goodwill will take them (not that I blame them!), but surely there must be a resource for recycling these textiles.....
Beer Bottle Creative Reuse?
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I live in the Virgin Islands and for some reason we don't recycle glass. I used to work at a bar and got angry at how much glass we threw out daily. Also my boyfriend and his friends always have my ap...
A DIY Homemade Laundry Detergent Recipe?
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Q: I recently decided to become a "green cleaner" and have started creating my own cleaning solutions from baking soda, white vinegar, etc. I have found DIY recipes for almost every cleaning need, but...
What To Do With Old Plastic Food Containers?
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Q: I recently switched all of my food storage from plastic to a combination of glass and stainless steel. What should I do with all of my old plastic containers? I have repurposed several for crafts...
What Are Some Non-Cooking Uses For Bacon Grease?
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Q: Before my dog Lulu passed away, we fried up some bacon for the lass and kept the bacon grease. I'm vegetarian, so now that she's gone I have this can of grease, which I can't cook with. Are there n...
A Good SLS-free and Gentle Brand of Shampoo?
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Q: I recently decided to get away from using sodium lauryl sulfate-containing shampoo and conditioner. I have very fine, oily hair, so going the hardcore "no 'poo'" route is not going to work for me....
How To Get Rid of Fruit Flies?
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Q: The weather is getting nicer and I'd like to start opening the windows. The problem is that my trash is almost entirely organic and rarely ever gets thrown out due to my trying to conserve my plast...
Where to Donate Carpet?
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Q: I'm working at an interior design company and we are cleaning out our carpet section and have many samples that we're getting rid of. Do you have any thoughts on where we might be able to donate ...
Is Bathtub Resurfacing Green?
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Q: My husband and I recently purchased a 1960's era ranch style home in the Bay Area. We would like to spruce up our bathroom while a) not spending a lot of money, and b) trying to be as green as we c...
Can Henna Be Used To Print on Fabric?
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Q: I've seen henna tattoos, and it seems as though henna would be a great alternative to regular fabric dyes or for printing on fabric, such as wall hangings, curtains, quilts and things that don't ge...
Is There a Way To Turn Leftover Hand Soap Into Liquid?
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I would like to know if there is a way to "melt" some leftover bar soap into a liquid hand wash instead of simply throwing it away? Sent by Jacqueline...
How To Store Vegetables Outside?
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Q:There's been a lot of discussion lately on urban root cellars and even building your own if you have a yard. We don’t have access to a yard or root cellar and are running into a storage issue wit...
How and Where to Hang a Clothesline?
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Q: I live in the Bay Area, where it's pretty feasible to hang your laundry to dry almost year round. My apartment building has a small backyard area (pictured) most of which is used for parking and my...
Where Can I Find a Razor Like 'No Impact Man'?
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I was recently inspired by 'No Impact Man' Colin Beavan and his antique shaving kit. I love the leather strip to sharpen the blades, and the whole "non disposable" factor. But I'm wondering, aside f...
Is There a Safe and Nontoxic Way to Get Rid Of Fleas?
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Q: Somehow my dog and cat have brought home a case of the fleas! They're not too bad YET, but I'd like to get rid of these things as quickly and painlessly as possible. My husband is ready to nuclear...
How To Mend Rubber Gloves?
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Q: I always try to fix things before replacing them with something new. I've been trying to find out how I can repair my rubber gloves for a day or so now, and I haven't come up with any ideas. One of...
Reusable Coffee Filter Vs. Paper Filter?
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Q: In response to this post on reusable mesh coffee filters, I'm wondering: we have one of those and recently we switched back to paper filters. Emptying and cleaning the reusable filter every day (2x...
Are There Any Eco-Friendly Sandwich Bags?
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Q: Are there any eco-friendly sandwich bags out there? I was thinking something along the lines of the biobags that I use to collect compost in my kitchen. As much as I would like to try to reuse my Z...
How Can I Clean and Reuse My Wedding Dress?
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Q: I am wanting to clean my wedding dress. It has been hanging in my closet for 7 years since I got married. I don't expect it to become an heirloom, but I do have some idea of wanting to turn it int...
When Should I Buy Green vs. Using What I Already Have?
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Q: I tend to believe that the "greenest" thing I can do in my home is to make due with what I have — buy less, use less, make what I have last. But I'm also pretty sure that there are things in...
Tips For A Green Insulation Installation?
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Q: My dilemma is this: I live in a 1930's bungalow with cedar shingles outside and plaster inside. There is no (as in ZERO) insulation between. In doing research on how to conserve energy, insulatio...
Green and Safe Home Product Resource List?
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Q: I was wondering if you had any online or offline recommendations for learning the ins and outs of knowing which products to use from both a hypoallergenic and green perspective. My daughter is 3 ye...
Where Can I Recycle Plastic Bags?
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Q: Does anyone know where I can turn in plastic bags for recycling, particularly in the NYC and Brooklyn area, but also any national organizations? There used to be a bin in the Food Emporium at Union...
Should I Get My Old House Tested For Lead?
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Q: I am looking at buying my first condo and, though I like older buildings, I am concerned about the risk of lead paint that is likely present. Has anyone ever gotten a condo/house tested for lead be...
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