Are you on the hunt for new zero-waste solutions, I came across the Canadian, family-owned brand TruEarth strips and decided I would put together a review of this low waste detergent solution to see if the quality stood up to its wasteful competitors?

I hope that my research can be of your benefit if you are on the hunt for some great sustainable furniture companies. This list will cover my favourite finds from across the country and share a bit about each of the company or designers sustainability efforts. I’ve included a vast array of price ranges, styles, and materials to help you find a great match for your needs.

This article is a guide for how to avoid food waste by storing and organizing your fridge. Although it talks mostly about vegan foods, I am sure everybody can use some of the suggestions for fruits and veggies. Every household’s food habits are different and in one way or another and it is important to come up with a system that actually works for you. If you are able to prioritize some time for the inevitable trial and error process with this organization, it will be well worth your while.

An article that answers the list of questions my husband and I put together while determining whether or not solar panels were the right choice for us and our home. I asked my friend and neighbour Neil about his experience with solar panels and he seems to be really happy with his decision. I also asked Chris Landy about their solar panels, which were added in February this year

Upfront costs are inevitable in many instances of our lives. We make expensive purchases such as homes, vehicles, our education, and electronics all for the sake of needs or reaching achievements in life. We justify the high price tag because we are gain long term value from these things. We often will spend lots of time weighing our options, or doing research to make the right decision that is best for us.

By no means is it the only or even best way to compost — but it’s the way I do it and it works for me, so I figure it was worth sharing with you! I opt for a more hands-off, cold composting process at my home for the sake of time and energy. We aren’t ever in a rush to get the contents out to our home garden so the process is stretched out over a 6+ month time frame.

Once you have invested in some pieces it is important you care for it properly so it looks it’s best and lasts a long time. Don’t worry! This isn’t as daunting of a task as you might first think. You likely happened upon this post unsure of the commitment you have made, but Linen is actually pretty low maintenance. This post will be a quick overview on how to clean and maintain linen at home, feel free to keep it handy as a reference.

Through my love of thrifting, I have often found myself coming across repeat household items. I am not sure if there is just an influx of these items in circulation, or for some reason individuals are replacing these items and donating them on regular; regardless, it’s nice to have a solid list of items I know I am sure to find on my thrifting ventures should I ever need to replace or invest in a new home item.

It is remarkable that so many bathroom products take up so much space and produce so much trash. If you take a look around your space, you will quickly notice how many items will just end up being thrown out. I want to share my favorite zero-waste products to help you make your bathroom more eco-friendly. I took into consideration each item's lifespan and its impact upon disposal.

With a little bit of imagination a little bit of time, an old t-shirt can become your new favorite towel, or makeup remover pad, or even a cool bag. I find DIY is a great way to get in touch with your creative side and try something new. A great way to get off the screen and spend some time alone or with someone you love.