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Window Glazing Options: Low-E Glazing Guide 22 Oct 2009 IN GREEN-MATERIALS-GUIDE \| COMMENTS Almost all residential windows are double-glazed, and there are many options. Spacers used to be metal and conductive, so you would see condensation in the corners; now they are non-conductive. Glass can be tuned to the climate requirements, Low E to reflect heat for hotter parts of the country;...+ READ MORE	{ }
Sliding Window Guide 22 Oct 2009 IN GREEN-MATERIALS-GUIDE \| COMMENTS The positive of vinyl slider windows is that they are cheap. But they look cheap too. They open only 50% but unlike double-hungs, you can't really tune them. + READ MORE	{ }
Fiberglass Window Guide 22 Oct 2009 IN GREEN-MATERIALS-GUIDE \| COMMENTS Pultruded fiberglass is durable and a good insulator. That happy guy in the picture is Kevin Surace of Serious windows, manufacturer of probably the best window on the market when it comes to insulation.+ READ MORE	{ }
Save Your Empties: How to Turn Ugly Jars Into Chic Decor 18 Oct 2009 IN HOME & GARDEN \| COMMENTS Knitted covers--homemade or refashioned from old sweaters--turn empty glass jars into chic organization systems.+ READ MORE	{ }
Eco-Friendly Dinnerware for Gorgeous Green Dining 27 Sep 2009 IN HOME & GARDEN \| COMMENTS When most people think of a green meal, they think organic and local foods, eco-friendly wines, and cloth napkins that can be reused. But what about the dinnerware? Is it green?+ READ MORE	{ }
How to Be an Eco-Friendly Milk Consumer 23 Sep 2009 IN FOOD & HEALTH \| COMMENTS Look at a glass of milk, and you might not think there's much to it. It's white, it's available everywhere, and it comes by the gallon. But hiding behind many of the labels and homogenized gallons are a myriad of green issues that can make it tricky to navigate all the choices that go with finding a...+ READ MORE	{ }
14 Reuses for Phone Books 8 Sep 2009 IN HOME & GARDEN \| COMMENTS Here are 14 ways to make your old phone books useful again.+ READ MORE	{ }
Preserving the Harvest: Peach Jam 2 Sep 2009 IN FOOD & HEALTH \| COMMENTS An absolutely delicious peach jam that captures the essence of summer. + READ MORE	{ }
Emeril's Sun  Pickled Kale Stems and Garlic Scapes 31 Aug 2009 IN FOOD & HEALTH \| COMMENTS Emeril's recipe for sun pickled kale stems and garlic scapes from the Grilling with Emeril episode. + READ MORE	{ }
Daily DIY Project: Covered Glass Doors 29 Aug 2009 IN HOME & GARDEN \| COMMENTS Makeover your cabinets without tools, glue, or any other construction materials--all you need are paper, scissors, and thumbtacks.+ READ MORE	{ }
How Green Are Recycled Countertops? 14 Aug 2009 IN HOME & GARDEN \| COMMENTS Steve Thomas, host of Renovation Nation, looks at the problems + READ MORE	{ }
11 Things You Might Not Wanna Know (But Should Know Anyway) About Trash and Landfills 7 Aug 2009 IN TRAVEL & OUTDOORS \| COMMENTS The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) tells us that (landfills are ) "well-engineered facilities that are located, designed, operated, and monitored to ensure compliance with federal regulations." The concept is "to bury the trash in such a way that it will be isolated from groundwater, will be...+ READ MORE	{ }
Daily DIY Project: Etched Glassware 27 Jul 2009 IN TV \| COMMENTS If you love the look of etched glassware but aren't willing to shell out the dough, try making your own with these simple instructions from Martha Stewart. All you need is etching cream, masking tape, and a template in any design you want; the examples include a monogram, stripes, and polka dots,...+ READ MORE	{ }
Build a Greenhouse without Going Broke 29 Jun 2009 IN HOME & GARDEN \| COMMENTS Could a whopping 165 square foot greenhouse cost a measly $150? What many Americans spend in one week on groceries?According to one frugal, DIY-er over at The Door Garden blog, you can.+ READ MORE	{ }
Does Recycling Really Make a Difference? 11 Jun 2009 IN HOME & GARDEN \| COMMENTS Dear Planet Green, I know we're all supposed to recycle, but does it really make a difference? Good question! As with many things in this world, it just takes more -- more resources, more energy -- to make new things than to recycle old things. Here's how it breaks down.+ READ MORE	{ }

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