Many people are surprised when they find out water softeners aren’t eco-friendly. They were once welcomed as a good solution for hard water. However, things have changed dramatically. On average, these units waste about 150 gallons of water each week. Yearly, a single water softener can waste up to almost 8000 gallons. This puts a […]
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How to Organize Things in Your New Small Home
Moving into a smaller house can be challenging. Many people do it out of necessity, while others simply want an eco-friendlier lifestyle. Whatever the reason may be, the way you organize stuff around your new house can make a world of difference. Making a room look bigger is an art form. But it’s an art […]
Picking the Best Appliances for Your Tiny House: 6 Expert Tips
After having laid out the blueprint plans for your tiny house, you are likely going to need some appliances in the kitchen or wherever else you have room. Home appliances are a completely different type of consideration in a small scale home than in a regular house or apartment. The main issue here is space, […]
7 Simple Ways to Make your House More Sustainable and Eco-friendly
We live in a world impacted by environmental challenges. The repercussions of environmental pollution have been felt across the globe and have not yet reached a peak. The few upshots are warning signs that call for necessary action and ecological responsibility. Conservation efforts begin with every individual that calls this planet home. Every individual should […]
How To Maintain Your New Home From The Start
Growing up, I always thought very poorly about my parents’ home. It was old and decrepit, with doors that did not close properly, peeling paint on every wall, and the most hideously stained carpets. When I was in college, my parents suddenly came upon some capital and finally had money to spend on the house. […]
How Your HVAC System Can Help Preserve Your Hardwood Floors
It’s always important that your HVAC system is working properly; this will not only make your home a comfortable place to be, but it will also keep aspects of your home running smoothly and lasting longer. One of the main areas of a home that an HVAC system can have a direct impact on is […]
The 27 Best Small Cabin Plans (Garden Shed Plans, Micro Cottages, Small Houses)
The time went crazy and many people take mortgages and build large houses that they don’t need. We go upstream, we are here for those who prefer freedom rather than debt. Do not take promotional texts at cottages very seriously, pictures are more important, but the most important thing is always your decision to act! […]
Best Tools To Have Around Your House
Whether you like taking things into your own hands or you prefer calling an expert, having some tools around your house is always a good idea. Basic maintenance is necessary no matter where you live. And having essential tools handy will save you a lot of money in the long run. With that said, you […]
Top Tips on Picking the Perfect Patio Cover for your House
If you have a patio, you can sit outside and enjoy a drink or a meal with your family. But sometimes, depending on the orientation of your patio, the sun can be blazingly hot, and it can make sitting there uncomfortable. This is one of the main reasons why a patio cover is useful as […]
We’ve heard back from Matt
Just like us, many of you are curious how is the upcoming building season developing and here are the good news – we have heard back from Matt and can give you some visual support on how is he doing building his pin-up dream house in California, US. What exactly has Matt been working on […]
3 Awesome Upcycling Creations From Your Old Tools
When you are as into DIY as we are, there are inevitably going to be old tools lying around. Good tools are crucial for effective DIY projects, especially when building or renovating a house. This means you may need to do maintenance or buy new tools fairly often. However, that does not mean you need […]
Siding Using Small Natural Materials
Siding makes a vast majority of your small house not only by the visual side but also from the functional point of view. We are introducing the common types of them step by step here for you. In this category of siding materials, we will have a closer look at the ones that include various […]
Do I Need A Battery For My Travel Trailer?
Do I need a battery for my travel trailer? This question is common among those who have just bought a travel trailer or recreational vehicle. At the very least, a recreational vehicle battery is an essential feature for your mobile home, and yet, many do not notice it until it suddenly stopped working. Little they […]
Five Brilliants Small Space Solutions
The trend for small living spaces is on the rise; they offer up such opportunity in terms of location that bigger, traditional homes do not. You may not be able to build a huge home because of cost, or you may want to live a different lifestyle, as Macy Miller did when she moved into […]
Tips and Tricks To Keep Your Tiny Home Eco-Friendly
Tiny homes are growing in popularity as the younger generation of home buyers are gravitating towards a simplistic lifestyle that is sustainable. A tiny home is a home that is 400 square feet or less, these homes are beginning to pop everywhere because of their fantastic benefits. Though tiny homes are sustainable, how can you […]
Green Roof Construction Details
It is an overwhelming hit among the roofs and it symbolizes the eco-friendly dream but how to hack it? Building a green roof is not exactly a piece of cake but the outcome is definitely worth it. In this article, you will find a general introduction and explanation of the layers that the green roof […]
