This is part one of a two part series of discussions with Roger Cook and Kevin O’Connor from This Old House. Part one focuses on the host of This Old House- Kevin O’Connor. Way back in 1979 Boston Public Television (WGBH) introduced Bostonians to a new television show called This Old House. Little…
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How to Dispose of Toxic Cleaning Supplies
Last week we found out that many popular household cleaners have hidden toxic chemicals. Tide Free & Gentle, Simple Green Naturals, Glade Touch Odor, Clorox Clean Up, Bounce Free & Sensitive and multiple air fresheners made the list of products tested and were found to have carcinogens, reproductive toxins, endocrine disruptors and allergens. We…
Non-Toxic Pest Control
I’m a self-proclaimed bug lover. Although, I have to preface that by admitting that as much as I love them, I’m also afraid of them. I’ve been known to let out a scream or two when I see them (especially a giant spider). However, after the scream I always do my best to compose myself…
Mattresses: How to Get a Non-Toxic Night’s Sleep
It was time. I had already gone ten years beyond the suggested time frame for buying a new mattress. I wasn’t tossing and turning, but my mattress was sagging and worn with a downhill slant. Good indicators that it was time for a new bed. However, the prospect of searching for a new mattress was…
5 Ways to Green Your Toilet Paper
Toilet paper is a staple in every home and yet it’s rarely discussed. It needs more recognition. It’s a necessity- right up there with food, water and shelter- and our toilet paper choices are impacting the environment in a big way. One would think that having three boys would actually help conserve toilet paper…
10 Simple Ways to Conserve Water at Home
I really never gave a lot of thought to water. I turned on the shower, brushed my teeth, flushed the toilet and watered my garden without hesitation. I took it for granted. Sometimes I even wasted it. Until I realized that the abundance of water is an illusion. On hot days my kids run through…
How to Keep Your Carpets Green and Clean
There’s one room in our house that I absolutely love-the family room. It’s where it all happens-where we read, play, hang out and catch up. Wall-to-wall carpeting has graced this room with its presence for nearly 11 years-and in truth it has helped to make this room the center of our household. Over the years…