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The DIY Going Green section is to help you in your home improvement projects to make the world a greener place and to also help you save on your home costs both short term and long term. We have green categories such as landscaping, building, appliances, floors, radiant heat systems, around the house and more. If you can't find the answer to your green home questions please use our custom search or email us and we will be glad to help.

Green Wash Ball Laundry Ball Print E-mail
Written by Jessie   

The Green Wash Ball laundry ball has certainly made a successful debut.  People are always looking for ways to save money, as well as ways to decrease the chemicals coming into their homes.   The Green Wash Ball laundry ball claims that it can clean laundry without harmful chemicals and without using detergent. We decided to do some research to ensure the Green Wash Ball laundry ball actually cleans the laundry and is truly chemical free. See our review on always fresh containers.

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Carbon Footprint Calculator Print E-mail
Written by kenny   

Acarbon footprint is the measurement of greenhouse gasses produced daily on an individual basis. The carbon footprint is used to determine the direct impact we have on the environment.

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How To Vent A Dryer Print E-mail
Written by Ralph Leonard   

dryer vent

Dryer Vents MUST Be Vented to the Outside. It is essential to vent a clothes dryer outside.  If you do not vent the dryer outside, you are subjecting your family to all kinds of fibers and lint that accumulate into the air, causing respiratory and breathing problems.  Also, the hot air in the dryer could contain gasses, like carbon monoxide, which are extremely dangerous.

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Going Green Lawn Care Print E-mail
Written by Stacy G.   

Going Green Lawn

Caring for your lawn is a very important investment and asset to your home. You may have the most beautiful house on the block, but if you have dried out grass or a lot of weeds, this can take away from that beauty immensely.

While there are many different lawn care products available for you to use, be careful what you use. Using chemicals on nature to make it look like you have a healthy piece of nature is not the way to go. (See other Going Green articles)

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15 Simple Steps to Install an Electric Radiant Floor Heating System Print E-mail
Written by Ken S.   

Install radiant floor

Electric radiant heat mats with wall-mounted thermostats are simple to install under new tile floors. The following steps will explain the process of installing an electric radiant floor heating system under new tile floors.


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