Summertime is moving time for many folks, particularly apartment dwellers. As much as we all look forward to adding color all of those blank white walls, take care not to choose just any old paint. That just-painted odor may smell like a new home to you, but even after it’s gone, toxic chemicals can linger. And even though lots of brands are coming out with low odor and low VOC versions of their paints, they aren’t all as safe as you might think.

It’s barbecue season! Nothing quite compares to eating food fresh off the grill, hanging out with friends and family, and spending some quality time outside. But the ramifications of your get-together could be less than ideal. These simple suggestions help you make your party greener.

Even if you can’t afford to switch your conventional toilet to a low-flow version, this video segment offers a number of easy ways to make your bathroom healthier and more energy-efficient.

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