Using an automatic dishwasher at home is more energy-and water-efficient than washing by hand, and it's even more efficient if you run the dishwasher during nonpeak hours, which are usually after midn... more

Want to brighten clothes and remove stains without using any harsh chemicals in your washing machine? Grab salt from your pantry and add it to your laundry routine. The natural chloride in salt works ... more

While placing heavy drapes over windows is a surefire way to keep your home cozy during the winter months, it also blocks sunlight from entering your home. An alternative idea that helps insulate and ... more

It's important to take efforts to make sure our feathered friends avoid colliding with windows at our home. There are many things you can do, but one key thing when placing a birdbath or a bird feeder... more

If you want to save money the next time you shop for organic, all-natural, gluten-free or just healthier products at the store, one way to save is with coupons. But searching through circulars and web... more

A crisp shirt may be one reason to use spray starch when ironing your clothing, but the product also can be a tasty temptation for insects like silverfish. That's because spray starch is actually a fo... more

One of the greenest ways to wrap gifts for any occasion is to forget paper, ribbons, bows and even tape altogether and use fabric instead. It's a Japanese method called Furoshiki and involves covering... more

Small things can really add up, and leaving the sink running while you brush your teeth is one of those small things. A household that leaves the water running during teeth-brushing can waste around 8... more

It will come as no surprise to anyone who does laundry that one of the items that takes the longest to dry in a dryer is bath towels. After washing them and pulling the damp towels out of the washing ... more

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) published a study that found this shocking conclusion about perfume: Emissions from sprayed fragrances rival the pollution of gas-guzzling ca... more

If your car has been driven over 30,000 miles, it's time to replace the spark plugs. Over time, spark plugs can become covered in carbon deposits; this makes them work harder and decreases your car's ... more

When it's time to wash your car, a professional car wash is the greenest choice. The Environmental Protection Agency says automated car washes are not only the most water- and energy-efficient method,... more

Soda and beer in aluminum cans are a greener option than plastic bottles, since metal can be recycled infinitely. But care must be taken when recycling them. Any residual liquid inside aluminum cans c... more