I delve into a detailed and introspective exploration of the myriad items I have chosen not to buy in 2024.

With winter's chill on the horizon, prioritize insulation for exposed pipes and outdoor faucets to prevent freezing and costly bursts. Test carbon monoxide and smoke detectors, replacing batteries to ensure prompt emergency alerts. Lastly, winterize outdoor equipment like lawnmowers and gardening tools to protect them from the harsh cold, preserving their functionality for spring. These simple steps go a long way in securing a cozy and hazard-free winter abode.

In the last year, I have tried hard to find the best ways to make our split entry, detached, 1989 home more sustainable.I requested quotes from over 30 companies to get an average price for the sustainable solutions we found locally. Although I am not allowed to disclose their names and the specifics of the quotes, I can give you an estimate on how much it costs on average to get thermostats, heat pumps, solar panels, a metal roof and an electric car.

After starting my zero-waste journey I decided to swap out a lot of my houseware items for better quality, reusable, and longer lasting options. Right from the outset, silicone seemed like a great replacement for a lot of single-use plastic items around my home — especially in the kitchen. It seemed to be the default heat safe, food grade alternative to a lot of cheap plastic tools but if I’m being totally honest I didn’t know much about the material beyond that. I wondered Is silicone really safe … or even environmentally friendly?

When it comes to rugs, I have tried them all. Wool rugs, Persian rugs, Turkish rugs, synthetic rugs… and unfortunately, none of them really worked for my home. We have two dogs who constantly dirtied our beautiful rugs. So this time around when I started searching for a new rugs for our living room and my office that were both beautiful, yet practical — I came across Ruggable. Today I’m sharing my experience.

Did you know that there are around 1 billion toothpaste tubes sent to landfills every year? Zero waste should make you smile… and not at the expense of wasteful tubes of toothpaste. There are a lot of different materials in toothpaste tubes, including plastic, aluminum, steel, nylon, and even copper. It's not possible to recycle toothpaste tubes unless they're processed separately which is a pretty complicated process.

In the last year, I have visited the refill and bulk stores more than I have in my entire life. I absolutely love the convenience they provide and how much waste I’ve been able to save on. It is worth keeping in mind that some products are more expensive than what you would find at the supermarkets. For this list today I compiled the products that are on the cheaper side and will save you money.

Do you love youtube home tours of tiny homes and eco fortresses as much as I do? If so, this post is for you! It’s also for all the eco warriors out there who are looking to take their sustainable journey one step further in choosing to transform the way they live and challenge societal norms in order to benefit the future of our planet.

While cleaning my home, I realized that I hate mopping. I didn’t like that I had to carry a bucket everywhere and constantly change the water. So I began looking for a solution to make my life easier. Today’s post is an honest review of this steam mop and sharing my experience using it for different house chores. I got some interesting insights, especially if you are wondering if it can work for your scratched hard floors.

Everyone has different needs and routines when it comes to cleaning. I try to keep on regular weekly maintenance, while I know people that will commit to one or two full days of deep cleaning a month. Whatever your routine may be, there is a lot of opportunity for waste with cleaning products these days. Keep reading to learn ways to improve your cleaning routines