apartment therapy changing the world, one room at a time

Green Idea: A Moss Yard

"Does anyone know if a moss lawn can spread mold growth to your home?"

-weezerad79

 

Green Scavenger: Expand-o-matic sideboard-table for $350 on eBay

"You would be amazed at what you can find at the little out of the way shops."

-badhuman

 

AT on... Greenwashing

"I hate this idea - it's the 'fat free' of the eco conscious."

-ll

 

Sun-Tek Tube Skylights: Light With No Electricity

"I wish my condo association would let me punch through my roof so I could have one..."

-minimalia

 

Grow Mushrooms at Home

"I was wondering if "Edible Estates" mentions anything about growing some sort of food in apartment settings."

-nk08

 

Good Question: Eco-Friendly Grocery Guide?

"I second the "Better World Shopping Guide". My favorite part? It's pocket-sized."

-graykittie

 

Drought in California

"...and get some goats to mow the hills to prevent fire. then make goat cheese."

-kaanswfm

 

Mod Green Pod: Vinyl-Free Wallpaper

"as with any other wallpaper that is halfway decent, this is a pain in the arse to source."

-hejiranyc

 

AT on... Durability

"My father has been using the same razor since I was a child. The old fashioned crank open the top, drop in the naked razor blade style."

-ChzPlz

 

Good Question: Can I Recycle My Blue Jeans?

"I had a friend that made a quilt out of hers. I can get the pattern for it if you like!"

-SallyGirl

 

Best: DIY/Natural Cleaning Solutions

"2 T. Baking soda and 2 cups hot water combined in a spray bottle make an excellent odor neutralizer"

-lovelainie

 

AT On... A Green Quality of Life

"Whenever I open up a cabinet, whether it be in the kitchen or bathroom, and see things inside that aren't laden with chemicals and toxins, I feel instantly better."

-lostinprojection