Articles

3 tips for making safe, healthy and green furniture choices

March 14, 2022

Emily Chun

Furniture

How to improve energy efficiency through exterior renovations

August 16, 2018

Holly Welles

Renovations

4 green renovation ideas to boost your home's value

October 04, 2017

Robert Kociecki, Owners.com

Renovations

5 ways to recycle your old furniture

July 07, 2017

Erich Lawson, Northern California Compactors, Inc.

Furniture

Remodel your home sustainably

June 23, 2017

Norstone USA

Renovations

3 Tips for Buying Green Furniture

September 03, 2014

Lydia Corser

Furniture

When shopping for furniture with the planet and your health in mind, weigh your priorities. Are you chemically sensitive? If so, among other concerns, you’ll need to find furniture with fewer bonding... Read more

Green renovation checklist

September 04, 2009

Green Home Guide Staff

Renovations

Before you hang the drapes, get those windows up to peak performance. Common leaks occur around windows, doors, and other wall penetrations. Plugging those leaks with weather stripping and caulk, a... Read more

Getting Great Green Results from a Cabinet Shop

September 04, 2009

George Mandala

Furniture

While the conventional furniture market is dominated by large manufacturers selling nationwide, most green furniture is made in small, local workshops. That fits well with the green ethos, but how... Read more