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6 Crafty Tips for Getting Cozy This Fall

Care2 .com — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 16:00:00 GMT

Daylight savings time heightens the senses, as the sun goes down earlier, the lighting and temperature changes. Couple that with the changing leaves and we nesters gravitate towards the warm, cozy spaces in our homes. Here are 6 EcoNesting DIY tips for giving your home an eco-cozy feel this fall:

Engineered Wood Flooring Guide

Collin Dunn — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 14:13:00 GMT

Though it looks nearly identical, engineered wood flooring is built differently than solid wood flooring. Instead of one solid piece of wood, three to seven layers are stacked and glued or laminated together with heat and high pressure to create a product with similar (or more consistent, in some ways) performance to solid hardwood floors.

Going Behind the American Chopper Green Build

David DeFranza — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 11:00:00 GMT

When Siemens decided they wanted an electric vehicle to showcase their wind energy systems, a custom motorcycle from Orange County Choppers was an obvious choice. Their stylized custom bikes are eye-catching masterpieces that still attract attention even after years of publicity on American Choppers. Sure, Orange County Choppers could create a beautiful motorcycle, but could they make it electric?

Concrete Countertops Are Urban Chic but Are They Non-Toxic?

Marye Audet — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 10:00:00 GMT

Concrete countertops are being used by more designers than ever but are they areally eco-friendly? Some are and some aren't.

Aluminum Window Guide

Lloyd Alter — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 09:06:00 GMT

Aluminum is one of the most recycled and most easily recyclable materials around, and 95% of it is.In cold climates, a simple aluminum frame can easily become cold enough to condense moisture or frost on the inside surfaces of window frames.

Insulated Concrete Forms Building Guide

Lloyd Alter — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 12:14:00 GMT

Insulated concrete forms are a system of stackable blocks of expanded polystyrene that are filled with concrete and reinforcing as required, resulting in a strong, well-insulated wall.

Introduction to Efficient Heating and Cooling

Lloyd Alter — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 11:00:00 GMT

Air conditioning is a relatively recent addition to houses, but has completely changed their design. Designers never worry much any more about cross-ventilation, window sizes, window openings, or orientation; just let the thermostat do the work. But it is all a lot more complicated that that.

Give Old CD Cases a New Life with Reuse-Chic Picture Frames

Tiffany Threadgould — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 11:00:00 GMT

So you've loaded all your CDs onto your computer. Now what to do with the cases? You can either look at them as an obsolete pile of e-waste or new materials for a great new craft project. Here's how to use those cd cases to make chic picture frames.

Would You Buy Your Baby a Rolex? Bringing Heirloom Design Concepts Home

Care2 .com — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 11:02:00 GMT

Are we replacing old items too often? Can stuff be designed and built to be durable, beautiful and affordable enough to last generations? This is where the term "heirloom design" comes in.

Orange Candles & Homemade Greeting Cards: Fall-Inspired DIY Crafts from Beekman Farm

Team Planet Green — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 10:00:00 GMT

Let the colors and indoorsy-feel of fall inspire you to start some DIY crafting. Here are a few ideas to get started with, from upstate New York's Beekman Farm.