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1	6 Things You Can Do Today To Reduce Your Carbon Footprint Tomorrow Written by: Lee Dobbins | Distributed: 2011-12-12 | - Word Count: 845 | Viewed: 422 | Votes: 1 | Rating: 1.00 Reducing your carbon footprint is something that everyone should strive for but what if you don't have a lot of money to buy eco friendly appliances and hybrid cars? Here are 6 easy things that you can do right now to help reduce your carbon footprint. These won't cost you a dime and might even save you some money!
2	Choosing Outdoor Playground Equipment for Your Back Yard Written by: Giana Briggs | Distributed: 2011-03-22 | - Word Count: 473 | Viewed: 753 | Votes: 0 Perhaps you've reached a point where you think it's time for your children to learn to love the outdoors. And what better way to do that then have an outdoor play set right in your very own back yard.
3	Encouraging Healthy Children with Outdoor Play Sets and Activities Written by: Giana Briggs | Distributed: 2011-03-17 | - Word Count: 410 | Viewed: 868 | Votes: 0 Having a play set in your backyard can be a great way to get your child off the couch and out into the fresh air. With childhood obesity on the rise, we need to do what we can as parents to get our children active and enjoying playing and interacting with each other children again. Being able to go out in the yard and have something to do is just one small step in the right direction.
4	Tips for Choosing the Best Building Materials for an Outdoor Play Set Written by: Giana Briggs | Distributed: 2011-03-15 | - Word Count: 422 | Viewed: 929 | Votes: 0 Children these days spend most of their time attached to a computer or video game. Very few children are ever seen on the playgrounds anymore. And it's becoming worse with every new device that comes out. But as parents, we can break this trend with outdoor toys the kids look forward to using.
5	Building the Perfect Backyard Playground for Your Kids Written by: Giana Briggs | Distributed: 2011-03-10 | - Word Count: 466 | Viewed: 1042 | Votes: 0 Every child loves to play at the playground, and nothing is better than having your very own playground in the backyard. It's as exciting to a child as Christmas morning. How do we as parents pick out the perfect outdoor play set for them?
6	Setting the Stage for More Rooftop Farms Written by: Mohamed Hage | Distributed: 2010-11-17 | - Word Count: 855 | Viewed: 961 | Votes: 1 | Rating: 5.00 Mohamed Hage, founder of the world's first urban commercial rooftop farm discusses the benefits and difficulties of putting farms on rooftops.
7	Chemical Protective Garments - Tyvek Written by: Rathi Niyogi | Distributed: 2010-11-09 | - Word Count: 306 | Viewed: 843 | Votes: 0 Over time, you'll see a number of blogs here on chemical protective garments - mostly because there's a lot to say about them. This particular article is about Tyvek garments.
8	Choosing Rainwear Written by: Rathi Niyogi | Distributed: 2010-11-04 | - Word Count: 741 | Viewed: 937 | Votes: 0 Rainwear does more than simply keep out rain or snow, it protects from wind, cold, and chemical splashes. Your choice of rainwear depends on the expected weather, the expected temperatures, your planned activities, and your budget. Rainwear materials and designs greatly affect the performance you can expect. There are three major types of rainwear:
9	How To Choose The Right Rug For A Room Written by: Alycia Hartzell | Distributed: 2010-10-26 | - Word Count: 441 | Viewed: 1065 | Votes: 0 Choosing the right area rug for a room goes beyond simply selecting a rug that you like. Existing factors within the room will determine the rug you should select.
10	Solar Power for Homes - What You Need to Know Written by: M.S. Rochell | Distributed: 2010-08-12 | - Word Count: 553 | Viewed: 1229 | Votes: 1 | Rating: 5.00 Some surprising new developments in solar power for homes may make using solar energy in your daily life more possible than you may think!
11	Solar Lamp Post Lights Reduce Energy Costs! Written by: M.S. Rochell | Distributed: 2010-08-10 | - Word Count: 466 | Viewed: 1568 | Votes: 1 | Rating: 0.00 Using solar lamp post lights is a simple and affordable way to help the environment, beautify your home and save money on energy costs.
12	How Does Solar Energy Work? Written by: M.S. Rochell | Distributed: 2010-08-05 | - Word Count: 741 | Viewed: 1071 | Votes: 1 | Rating: 5.00 Learn about solar power, how it works, and why this abundant renewable energy source is becoming more accessible to more people.
13	Decorative Boxes Gifts - More Than Just A Pretty Face Written by: Robert Moore | Distributed: 2010-08-03 | - Word Count: 520 | Viewed: 1072 | Votes: 1 | Rating: 1.00 Decorative boxes are more than just another box with a pretty face. These beautiful containers have adorned rooms and held treasures and keepsakes for centuries. They are also functional and practical.
14	Why a Home Solar Panel Will Save You Money and How You Can Get One for Free Written by: M.S. Rochell | Distributed: 2010-08-03 | - Word Count: 739 | Viewed: 1558 | Votes: 1 | Rating: 5.00 What is a home solar panel and how can it save you money? Solar energy panels are a new eco-friendly option for homeowners who want to heat and cool their home efficiently using the sun’s rays. There are a number of ways you can install solar panels affordably or even for free!
15	The Definition of Renewable Energy - Present and Future Outlooks Written by: M.S. Rochell | Distributed: 2010-07-29 | - Word Count: 563 | Viewed: 975 | Votes: 1 | Rating: 5.00 The definition of renewable energy does not just include wind, solar, water and geothermal energy sources. There are some exciting new possibilities for harnessing a new and little known form of renewable energy that is already in abundant supply in our world.
16	The Top 5 Reasons to Insulate Your Home This Summer Written by: Erin Shaughnessy | Distributed: 2010-07-27 | - Word Count: 429 | Viewed: 974 | Votes: 0 For homeowners who have been considering adding home insulation - this summer is the time to do it.
17	The Advantage of Renewable Energy, and the Challenges Written by: M.S. Rochell | Distributed: 2010-07-27 | - Word Count: 567 | Viewed: 1229 | Votes: 3 | Rating: 3.00 The advantage of renewable energy sources such as solar power, wind energy, geothermal and hydropower and some of the challenges involved in using them.
18	Home Improvement Projects Can Increase The Value Of Your Home Written by: Emerson Lockwood | Distributed: 2010-06-17 | - Word Count: 578 | Viewed: 3178 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 3.22 Home improvement projects can improve the look and value of your home dramatically. Though in some cases, using a home improvement project as a way to increase the value of your home can actually backfire and cost you money. So how will you be able to tell if the project that you have planned will add to the value of your home or decrease the value of your home?
19	Performance Parts Can Help With Better Horsepower Or Gas Mileage Written by: Quinton Becker | Distributed: 2010-05-25 | - Word Count: 754 | Viewed: 2284 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 3.25 Performance parts are often better in quality than the factory replacement parts. The cost difference is generally minimal, and when you add in the fact that they outperform the factory replacement parts, it is really no contest.
20	Do-It-Yourself Automotive Axle Assembly Repair Tips and Tricks Written by: Quinton Becker | Distributed: 2010-05-11 | - Word Count: 619 | Viewed: 3039 | Votes: 15 | Rating: 2.80 Replacing an axle assembly is not as difficult as you may think. For front-wheel drive cars, and for some rear-wheel drive cars, this can be a do-it-yourself job. You will want to review the repair manual of your vehicle to decide, based on your own mechanical skill, whether you feel comfortable tackling this project yourself.
21	Car Antenna Replacements Are Quick And Easy When You Know What To Do Written by: Quinton Becker | Distributed: 2010-05-04 | - Word Count: 586 | Viewed: 11319 | Votes: 38 | Rating: 2.00 Antennas are not the most durable parts of a vehicle, and are prone to requiring replacement or repair. There are many ways in which a car's radio antenna may be damaged. Unfortunately, one of the most common causes for antenna damage is vandalism... The good news is that repairs are fairly easy and straight-forward. In this article, we will tell you how-to replace a retractable car antenna.
22	Reduce Your Monthly Budget By Eliminating Duplicate Insurance Coverage Written by: Quinton Becker | Distributed: 2010-04-27 | - Word Count: 648 | Viewed: 1171 | Votes: 2 | Rating: 2.50 There's absolutely no sense in paying for the same insurance coverage from multiple insurance companies. This is an area where a lot of consumers could eliminate some unnecessary spending from their family budget. This article explains where to look for duplicate coverage.
23	The Present and Future of Hybrid Vehicles: Sports Utility Vehicles and Trucks Written by: Butch Taft | Distributed: 2010-04-27 | - Word Count: 1232 | Viewed: 1820 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 2.63 As Dodge begins to offer 0% financing on new Dodge Trucks, Ford and Toyota suspend production on many of their pickup truck models, and Chevrolet starts closing truck and SUV factories, it would appear that the final nail has been put into the pickup truck and sports utility vehicle industry in the United States. But the truth is that four-dollar plus gasoline has only hastened the demise of older designs, and the auto makers are rushing to accelerate their transition to the hybrid vehicles that were expected to be released in the 2010-2011 model year
24	Choosing a Homemade Soap Recipe Written by: J. Martin | Distributed: 2010-04-22 | - Word Count: 421 | Viewed: 1283 | Votes: 1 | Rating: 4.00 If you are just starting out in soap making, it is important that you choose the right homemade soap recipe. Choosing a recipe that is too complicated will usually end in frustration and wasted ingredients. Below are some tips you can use to find a good soap recipe to start with in your soap making adventure.
25	Do-It-Yourself With a Automotive Service Or Repair Manual Written by: Quinton Becker | Distributed: 2010-04-22 | - Word Count: 809 | Viewed: 2227 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 1.50 It can be quite expensive to have your car in a mechanic's garage these days. Even fees for oil changes and tire rotations have increased dramatically over the years. One way to save money on these types of expenses is to buy the parts and tools needed and do the maintenance or make the repairs by yourself. Having the right manuals on hand will help you to handle those tasks with ease.
26	Finding Peace and Relaxation in Your Potting Shed Written by: Tom Razor | Distributed: 2010-04-20 | - Word Count: 330 | Viewed: 2141 | Votes: 3 | Rating: 3.00 Have you ever had that feeling deep in the pit of your stomach that you just needed a place to get away for a while? Some place right in your own back yard where you could just get away and relax? Well, if you have a green thumb then you might be surprised to know that you can find peace and relaxation in your very own potting shed.
27	Understanding the State-Mandated Minimum Auto Liability Insurance Written by: Quinton Becker | Distributed: 2010-04-19 | - Word Count: 762 | Viewed: 889 | Votes: 1 | Rating: 5.00 Few people understand what those auto liability insurance numbers really mean. In this article, I break down 10/20/10 and other minimum liability insurance coverage so that everyone can understand it.
28	How To Meet Or Exceed The Estimated MPG On Your Vehicle Written by: Butch Taft | Distributed: 2010-04-14 | - Word Count: 1457 | Viewed: 1666 | Votes: 12 | Rating: 2.25 Most of us simply cannot run down to the local car dealer and buy a brand new, highly fuel-efficient hybrid car. Somehow, we just have to make the best of what we have available to us. In this article, I am going to assume that you are just like me, and I am going to assume you need to figure out how to get the best gas mileage out of the vehicle you have in your driveway. So, what can YOU do TODAY to reduce your cost of driving from here to there and back?
29	Dining Table Centerpieces Written by: Steve Dorboon | Distributed: 2010-04-13 | - Word Count: 616 | Viewed: 1619 | Votes: 3 | Rating: 2.00 Ever hosted a party at your home and didn't have a clue about how to 'dress up' your dining table? Not to worry - you're not alone. I recently hosted a barbecue, and while I made sure everything was completed before the guests arrived, there was one thing missing: a gorgeous centerpiece on my dining room table. I once believed the knack for decorating dining tables was a gift given to only a few people, until I conducted a Google search. Adorning your table with beautiful decorations is not only simple, but inexpensive also.
30	How To Restore Old Wood Furniture Written by: Alycia Hartzell | Distributed: 2010-02-02 | - Word Count: 989 | Viewed: 2262 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 2.71 Restoring an old piece of wooden furniture can be an involved and tedious process, so it is important to determine what kind of work is truly necessary before you begin. An inexperienced do-it-yourselfer may look at a blemished piece of furniture and assume that it needs to be refinished, when in fact a touch-up may be just as effective (and a whole lot less time-consuming). In many cases, a thorough cleaning and waxing may be all it takes to turn that dull, worn-out table into a rich and lustrous centerpiece once more! Read this article to learn more....
31	Your Own Home Flower Garden Written by: Luann Hays | Distributed: 2010-01-26 | - Word Count: 1019 | Viewed: 942 | Votes: 3 | Rating: 3.00 A garden is one place where we feel we are one with nature, and can enjoy the small pleasures of life. But without a few container plants and lots of flowers, a home garden is not complete. Before you choose the plants that you will grow in your home garden, walk around the neighborhood, and take note of what kinds of plants are already growing. This will give you an idea of what grows well, and how it will look in your own garden.
32	The Dress Code - Five Steps to a Greener Wardrobe Written by: Janet Davis | Distributed: 2010-01-21 | - Word Count: 882 | Viewed: 947 | Votes: 1 | Rating: 4.00 We care about our planet, and want to leave it as good as we found it for our children and for everyone. The wonderful thing about this is that there are countless ways to live green. Consider the budding green and organic clothing movement. Clothes are often made from plant materials like cotton, and these can be grown under organic conditions just like food products. With that in mind, here are five ways you can start dressing green.
33	Using Flowers to Decorate Your Home Written by: Luann Hays | Distributed: 2010-01-19 | - Word Count: 917 | Viewed: 932 | Votes: 2 | Rating: 5.00 Everyone wants their home to look at its best... You want it to have a relaxing, inspiring atmosphere that is unique to your own space. In this article, the author will review some of the innovative ways that you can use flowers as a focus of your home decoration projects...
34	Why Use Accessories in Your Garden Written by: Luann Hays | Distributed: 2010-01-12 | - Word Count: 985 | Viewed: 735 | Votes: 3 | Rating: 3.33 Adding accessories to your landscape has many benefits. A well placed statue can add a bit of extra charm to an open space, or a whimsical ornament can lighten up a shadowy area. Without using accessories, the landscape may be missing that vital ingredient to make it look and feel complete. It can turn an open barren space into someplace special, somewhere that you can relax and enjoy a good book, or even entertain guests.
35	Stainless Steel Library Ladders Written by: Jay Wilson | Distributed: 2010-01-12 | - Word Count: 481 | Viewed: 2160 | Votes: 1 | Rating: 4.00 In many of our homes there is a space on a shelf or cabinet towards the ceiling that is typically not utilized and unattainable due to its height. Modern stainless library ladders are made specifically for this reason; to make these shelves useful and accessible, which gives you a variety of options as to what they can be used for.
36	Steel Shed Storage Options Written by: Bob Fischer | Distributed: 2010-01-12 | - Word Count: 495 | Viewed: 794 | Votes: 1 | Rating: 5.00 Did you know that you can significantly increase your home's storage space by simply adding a shed in your yard? From steel to wood, many options are available. Sheds are available for the backyard area in all manner of colors, building materials, sizes, and price ranges. It is worthwhile to conduct a fair amount of shopping around before determining the best fit for you. Read this article to learn more...
37	The Uses and History of Interior Wood Columns Written by: Timothy Revis | Distributed: 2010-01-12 | - Word Count: 3616 | Viewed: 2484 | Votes: 4 | Rating: 2.25 The history of Interior Wood Columns and their varied uses for today's architecture.
38	Planning A New Home Design Written by: Annie Deakin | Distributed: 2010-01-12 | - Word Count: 503 | Viewed: 1255 | Votes: 4 | Rating: 3.50 If you are about to begin the exciting process of building a new home there are several items of home design that you should take into consideration. In this article, we will bring you up to speed on these items that should be considered...
39	Outdoor Storage - Steel Sheds Written by: Bob Fischer | Distributed: 2010-01-08 | - Word Count: 499 | Viewed: 833 | Votes: 3 | Rating: 3.00 Outdoor sheds have tons of uses and functions. Learn about how you can improve your storage and more.
40	Ideas on How to Enhance Your Kitchen Design with Beadboard Wainscoting Written by: Bob Fischer | Distributed: 2010-01-05 | - Word Count: 516 | Viewed: 4650 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 3.00 Learn about how wainscoting can add that finished touch to your new kitchen. Read on...
41	How to Earn Extra Money This Holiday Season Written by: Elizabeth Johnson | Distributed: 2009-12-30 | - Word Count: 682 | Viewed: 1179 | Votes: 2 | Rating: 2.50 Regardless of the state of the economy, many people find themselves a little strapped for money around the holidays. Heating costs, food for holiday gatherings, holiday travel costs, and gifts all factor in to making November through January the most expensive time of the year. Luckily, as much as this time of year can cost more, there are more opportunities to make a little bit of money to offset these inflated expenses. Below, we'll share with you the top five ways to earn a little extra cash over the holidays...
42	Outdoor Metal Building Sheds - Built to Last Written by: Bob Fischer | Distributed: 2009-12-30 | - Word Count: 490 | Viewed: 859 | Votes: 2 | Rating: 4.50 Are you considering buying a metal shed building? Before you buy, read this helpful article.
43	Will Toxic Black Mold In My Home Poison Me? Written by: Daryl Watters | Distributed: 2009-12-29 | - Word Count: 641 | Viewed: 5749 | Votes: 12 | Rating: 2.58 Questions about toxic mold or black mold also known as toxic black mold. Have problems with toxic black mold and health? Need inspection or mold testing advice?
44	Basic Fungal Biology For Concerned Homeowners And Mold Inspectors Written by: Daryl Watters | Distributed: 2009-12-22 | - Word Count: 738 | Viewed: 1237 | Votes: 3 | Rating: 2.00 Questions about mold related health problems or toxic mold and black mold problems? A Certified mold inspector and mold testing firm offers info and help in regard to mold inspections and mold biology.
45	Staying Warm While Staying Green Written by: Janet Davis | Distributed: 2009-12-17 | - Word Count: 807 | Viewed: 817 | Votes: 1 | Rating: 5.00 Everyone wants to stay warm, but a green-minded person wants to do so while keeping the impact on the environment to a minimum. Fortunately, there are both active and passive steps to green ways of keeping a home warm during the winter months.
46	An Easy Start to Going Green Written by: Janet Davis | Distributed: 2009-12-15 | - Word Count: 953 | Viewed: 785 | Votes: 1 | Rating: 4.00 No one expects every person to be an Erin Brockovich, or every family to pull off an experiment like the New York family that didn't discard most of their waste but recycled literally everything except food. The key is rather that every person and every family can take small but worthwhile steps to reduce their impact on the environment; steps that fit right into their daily routine, rather than throwing it completely off kilter.
47	The Evil 10: 10 Common Indoor Air Quality Conditions That Plagues Us All Written by: Daryl Watters | Distributed: 2009-12-01 | - Word Count: 1822 | Viewed: 1005 | Votes: 3 | Rating: 1.67 Questions about unusual chemical or musty odors? Need an indoor air quality or IAQ testing information, because of sick building syndrome or building related illness?
48	Warning!!! Deadly Swimming Molds: Invades Crops Causes Billions In Lost Revenues And Millions Starve To Death Written by: Daryl Watters | Distributed: 2009-11-24 | - Word Count: 575 | Viewed: 1784 | Votes: 2 | Rating: 4.00 Ok the title is a bit over the top but in a round about way it is true. Many swimming molds live in and swim through the thin film of water on wet plant leaves and ruin many important crops during extra wet growing seasons. These molds often have a very negative effect on agriculture and are directly responsible for the deadly Irish Potato Famine.
49	Volatile Organic Compound Levels In The Home Written by: Daryl Watters | Distributed: 2009-11-17 | - Word Count: 352 | Viewed: 943 | Votes: 2 | Rating: 1.50 Have commercial residential odors? Learn about volatile organic compounds, to decide if they may be the root cause of those odors.
50	Government Grants for Home Repair Really Do Exist Written by: Brendon Turner | Distributed: 2009-11-03 | - Word Count: 454 | Viewed: 1013 | Votes: 2 | Rating: 4.50 How many times have you looked around your home, frustrated with the state it's in, but knowing you just don't have the cash to fix it up? It's a common problem, particularly these days when there are so many people out of work. Homes need constant upkeep and if you experience a severe storm or other event that leaves your house in shambles, it can get very costly very quickly. Government grants for home repair are often rumored to be a myth, but they actually do exist.