Get great ideas to naturalize your bedroom from these top ten tips!

Redecorated eco-friendly room

Low VOC paint

1. Low VOC paints for your walls

The conventional paints you buy at the store contain volatile organic compounds including carcinogens that produce harmful fumes on evaporation. When you can get the same paint color with low- volatile organic compounds (VOC) or no-VOC, why should you put your health at risk? Vibrant Green, bright yellow or pretty lavender are good colors for your walls to induce an atmosphere of calm and relaxation.

Eco-friendly felt carpets

2. Environment favorable carpets

The installation of new carpets and flooring causes the release of hundreds of VOCs. Carpets are often subjected to toxic chemicals in order to make them resistant against moths, soil and moisture. They are also capable of trapping toxic lawn chemicals, allergens and VOCs from the outside.

Hence, homeowners should consider carpets and flooring made from ecofriendly and recycled materials. Such products are durable, comparatively cheaper and stylish. The best carpets are those with a natural fiber composition and with little or no chemical treatment.

Alternatively, you can try a nontoxic, green carpet finish to form an insoluble barrier across your present carpet. Water and odor resistant, the finish prevents the discharge of chemicals from carpets.

Sustainable lumber

3. Green type flooring to offer solid support

Reclaimed wood has been salvaged from old buildings and other places. This recycled wood shows off a unique appearance in addition to being long lasting, versatile and durable. Bamboo and cork are wonderful eco friendly alternatives. Bamboo is a good renewable resource grown without chemical pesticides or fertilizers. The resultant floor is durable and easy to install.

Cork is a sustainable raw material, resistant to mold, fire and insect and above all it is anti allergenic. It is also shock absorbent and a good sound absorber.

Salvaged wood bed

4. Reuse old furnishings

Worn furniture can be repaired instead of purchasing new ones. A few coats of non-toxic paint can renew a wooden desk or chair filled with gouges. Try updating old furniture as craft projects through repainting, repurposing or refinishing.

If you have to buy furniture, select pieces build from renewable sources like bamboo, corn and cork. Or buy wooden furniture made from post consumer recycled wood. Eco friendly furniture can be bought from specialized stores as well.

Old cupboards and drawers can be reused in other areas, to contain garden implements, tools, paints and other items rather than throwing them out.

Organic bedding

5. Eco friendly fiber bedding

Drape your bed in sheets made from all natural fibers such as bamboo and cotton to enjoy comfortable sleep. Organic sheets are known for their softness as well as toxin free production since no pesticides or chemical fertilizers were involved in the growing process. These sheets are good for people with MCS (Multiple Chemical Sensitivities) as they do not contain any harmful irritants.Visit a tailor to make your own bed pillows and chair cushions from quilts, old curtains or fabrics.

To compliment eco friendly sheets, go for eco friendly mattresses free of polyurethane foam and fire retardants. Mattresses made of latex foam are much better than the regular ones. Finally, choose your bed frame and matching headboard from renewable resources like bamboo.

Energy-efficient windows

6. Energy efficient windows

Windows permeated with Argon or krypton gas are better insulated against heat transfer, hence they have increased energy efficiency. The gases in the windows engender heat to be reflected into the house and heat on the outside to be deflected out of the house. Additionally, the interior glass of the window has a higher temperature leading to a reduction in frost and condensation.

As a thorough energy efficient measure, you should also consider the material of the window frame. Vinyl, wood, aluminum and wood clad frames are your best options. Carefully weigh their individual pros and cons before choosing one. For example, though aluminum is not the best material for managing heat, it is practical for rainy and humid climates.

Potted plants

7. Place practical accessories in your bedroom

Potted plants are perfect natural air purifiers and they add a leafy touch to the room. Installing a fan in your room prevents stagnation as the air undergoes circulation. Lighter curtains allow sunlight to seep into the room which kills bacteria and prevents mold and mildew from gathering in dark spaces.

Eco friendly upholstery and curtains stitched from organic cotton, silk, hemp and bamboo are apt choices for your bedroom.

Energy saving lightbulb

8. Energy efficient lighting

Replace your incandescent light bulbs with good quality LED bulbs or compact fluorescent bulbs. LED bulbs and compact fluorescent bulbs use less energy and last longer than incandescent bulbs. Moreover, they both provide very good lighting. Swap your old lighting fixtures with quality fixtures and you will be rewarded with a reduction in your energy bill.

Green, sustainable furniture container

9. Storage containers

If your bedroom is small, find a fashionable jute laundry box that will go well with the décor. They are very neat in appearance and can double as stools. Surf online stores for good eco friendly storage containers available in stylish shapes and sizes. They will help keep your bedroom neat.

Green water-powered clock

10. Eco friendly electronic items in your bedroom

Use only the necessary items in your bedroom such as the lamp and alarm clock. Additional electronics waste energy, especially when they are left plugged-in the whole night. Turn off all electronics when not in use. Alternatively, buy ‘green electronics’ that are designed to sap less energy and have a reduced impact on the environment. Visit websites that evaluate quality electronic items on how green they are and then make a purchase.

We all know that in business information is money, and the paper on which it is printed is more expensive than the real money bills, if that information lands up in your competitors hand. Data theft is something all organizations take very seriously and use all tools to ensure that no information is leaked because they may have been thrown without paper without shredding first.

With modern shredders there are many problems that make the even such a simple process cumbersome and many times frustrating. Sometime when you are shredding the project report of say 50 pages, you find the shredder jammed, or find that it is not accepting papers!  I don’t know why but whenever I am using shredder I am in hurry, and any wastage of time on anything else just blows the fuse.

To my help came Fellowes - The Ultimate in Shredder Innovation. This new machine,  Fellowes 79Ci shredder answered my needs completely. The machine is full of amazing new technologies making it silent, safe and , best of all, 100 percent jam proof.

Benefits and Technologies in Fellows 79ci :

Stops a Jam: A sensor measures the thickness of paper(s) and before it could lead to jam, stops it. J

Intelligent handling of papers: 100% Jam Proof technology detects mis-fed or fast-fed paper into the shredder by reversing the paper out for easy removal or turbo powering the shredder process.

Maximizes Productivity: Similar to a traffic light which lets a driver know when they can proceed, an indicator light lets the user know when they are nearing sheet capacity. A green to yellow light indicates the user is within paper capacity. This instant feedback allows a job to be completed faster and easier. 

Cross-Cut technology: Heavy-duty blades destroy a single sheet of paper into 399 particles, making it nearly impossible to piece back together.

A Greener World.

1. Save energy

Fluorescent light bulbs can be used in place of incandescent light bulbs. You should switch your electrical appliances to energy star appliances. Energy star is program backed by government which identifies appliances that make use of less energy as compared to other appliances. To save energy, you can also use cold water to wash clothes instead of hot water. In the day time, you can open the curtains and allow the natural sun light to brighten your room. Make sure to turn off the lights, fans, and other electrical appliances when they are not needed. Most of the time, students leave their computers on and go off to sleep. They should not do that. Always make it a point to completely switch off your computer before you go to bed. Install a programmable thermostat that will regulate your home temperature by keeping it cool or warm automatically and use drying racks to dry your clothes instead of drying machines.

2. Save water

Make it a practice to take showers for few minutes, this saves a lot of water and energy used to heat water in winters. You can install low-flow shower heads and these low-flow shower heads will help you save a lot of water. You can even install low flush toilets. With all these, make sure to install faucet aerator on each faucet. It costs very less and helps to conserve heat and water, without hampering the water pressure. You can use rain water to water your garden. If possible, you can even harvest rain water. Just install a big drum on your roof top and store rain water.

3. Eat smart

Buy organic vegetables. In your backyard, you can even grow some of the organic vegetables. Spinach can be grown very easily. By consuming organic food, your body would not get contaminated with the pesticides and chemicals that are present in the vegetables available in the local market. If you are a non-vegetarian then make it a point to eat low on food chain. Add meatless meals to your diet.

4. Skip bottled water

Avoid buying bottled water. You can buy a reusable water bottle and carry it to work or school. Aluminum bottles make great reusable bottles. Avoid plastic bottles.

5. Borrow books instead of buying

You can borrow books from libraries and from your friends instead of buying. This saves money as well as the ink and paper that goes into printing new books.

6. Buy smart

Try to purchase food items in bulk. This saves packaging. Buy and wear clothes that need less or no dry cleaning. This saves money as well as it cuts down on toxic chemicals. Plus, it reduces the use of non renewable resources.

7. Some more tips to go green

Ban disposable and plastic bags for yourself. Make use of cloth bags. Whenever you go for shopping, carry your own reusable bag and say no to plastic bags. Always drive in the speed limit that is allowed by the traffic police. This move will surely help you conserve the fossil fuel. Always choose to walk or make use of bicycle to nearby places. You can always do so, if your destination place is anywhere between two miles. Use your electrical appliances as long as you can. Recycle your cellphones. Use non toxic products to clean things. Baking soda and lemon can be used to clean a variety of items. Make a homemade composite bin. Switch off you vehicle’s engine, especially in traffic posts. Unplug unused chargers and appliances. Try to pay all your bills on line. This will save paper. Reuse scarp paper. You can give these papers to your kids who love to paint. They can use the back side of these papers to paint. Use less of disposable diapers and more of cloth diapers. Use cloth to clean your kitchen instead of paper. Cloth napkins can be used on a regular basis instead of paper napkins. Make it a practice to use less of tissue papers. Make use of paper as less as you can. By doing this, you can save those millions of trees which are getting cut daily in order to meet a common man’s paper requirement. And the most important of all, plant trees as much as you can. Support plantation.

According to the experts, this miracle can happen as renewable energy has no side effects and is totally clean and green, and is also an infinite source of energy. And why? The reason are mentioned below:

Advancements in the field of renewable energy

The present world is full of miracles of science. So many advancements have been made by scientists to allow easy harnessing of renewable energy. Japan is straining every nerve to replace fossil fuels with renewable energy. The nuclear reactor, biggest of its kind, produces 1014 MW of energy that can power a small state. The solar cars are recently showing their appeal to the common man and are rapidly taking over the petrol and diesel cars. All these factors promote a ray of hope to replace and save fossil fuel.

Amazing renewable energy replacing fossil fuels

Planet solar, the world’s first solar boat, can run completely on sun’s power having 38000 solar cells. Isn’t this amazing!! It is expected that by 2030, 50% of the boats will be solar power boats and won’t use fossil fuels. Although, it will cost 18M euros, but shall run for 200 years without expense. Solar cars that runs not on fossil fuels but on solar power and is the one of the most important way to replace fossil fuel energy. Also, joining this renewable energy revolution are creators and installers like Ploughcroft Renewable Energy.

Why do we need renewable energy?

We finally know that harnessing fossil fuels is very easy but if the regular rate of consumption continues, the gen next will find nothing left in the reserves for them. So we need sources that can be used by hundreds of generations to come. There is a wide scope for renewable energy and it shall definitely replace fossil fuels in the long run.

Green home

1. Tankless water heater

Tankless water heaters are of two types. They are either gas or electric and these water heaters can be installed anywhere in the house except the near by areas of main water source. They can be installed inside or outside of your home. Instantaneous, continuous flow, on-demand or instant-on water heaters are some of the synonyms of tankless water heaters because of their characteristics. These waster heaters instantly heat water wasting not much of time and energy. They heat water on demand, so there is no waste of energy like other water heaters do by continually heating 40 to 50 gallons of water when you are not using them. There is never a shortage of hot water while using tankless water heaters.

2. Types of flooring

a. Bamboo flooring: Bamboo grows very quickly as compared to woods because bamboo is a grass. It is one of the fastest growing plant in the world, which makes it a great renewable resource. Bamboos can be installed horizontally or vertically with the knots present in them. It makes a good flooring option and also adds style to your home sweet home.

b. Eco-friendly wood flooring: Brazilian Cherry and White Tigerwood are certain types of exotic hardwoods. These woods come from well-managed forests with renewable resources. Brazilian Cherry is known as an engineered wood. It generally comes expensive but it is eco friendly option for your home.

3. Solar roof panels

One of the best way to go green is to go solar. Generally, solar power packages come costly but you can install them in a cheap way. You do not need to buy those expensive packages at once. Converter is a best way to start. Eventually, you will save money whenever you install a solar panel. One can even use evacuated tubes. These tubes are excellent solar collectors that work even in cold climate.

In California, many utility companies offer rebates and credits to the owners of the home who install solar panels. By using solar panels, they help sending back to the utility company. The best time to install a solar panel is during the installation of a new roof.

4. Fluorescent bulbs

All the standard light bulbs can be replaced with fluorescent ones. These fluorescent bulbs are called energy smart bulbs as they use 70 to 75% less energy and these bulbs last up to ten times longer. Fluorescent bulbs help people to save a lot of energy and money. For example, a 26-watt fluorescent light bulb can save up to $59 dollars on energy costs and lasts for five to seven years.

5. Dual pane windows

Windows are a source of winter time heat loss from the rooms. The best way to avoid this heat loss is to replace the old windows with double or triple pane windows. The cracks between the windows and the houses are required to be sealed properly. One can also hang blackout curtains to avoid heat loss and maintain the heat in the room. These curtains comparatively come very cheap. They reduce the heat loss by 25% and turn out to be a very effective substitute. They are available in any style and can be made from vinyl, metal or wood.

6. Programmable thermostat

A programmable thermostat can control the cooling and heating needs automatically. Up to fifteen percent on your heating bills can be saved by using a programmable thermostat. It does not only help in monetary saving, but it is also good for the environment too. The thermometer can be set according to one’s convenience. You can set it when to turn on and turn off. When you are out of your place, you can set it to turn off. Up to $180 could be saved in a year by using a programmable thermostat.

7. Energy star products

Energy star is a program backed by government and it identifies products which make use of less energy as compared to others. The energy star products use less energy to operate. Its ceiling fans are 50% more efficient than conventional fans. Energy star qualified televisions use 30% less energy than average.

8. Low VOC paint

Give the walls of your house a new coat of paint and make it look beautiful. Painting the walls and the roofs with light and low VOC paints is the cheapest way to transfer the looks of the house as well as maintaining the required room temperature. VOC stands for volatile organic compounds. It pollutes the air and affects our respiratory organs. But you can go for low VOC paints and have a fresh smelling room always.

9. Install low flush toilets

Use of low flush toilet is a very inexpensive green home idea. It reduces a home’s water supply requirements. Standard toilets use 3.5 to 5.0 gallons per flush but low flow toilets use only about 1.1 to 1.6 gallons per flush. Up to 34,000 gallons of water can be saved by a standard size family by switching from an old flush toilet to a low flush toilet.

10. Cool roofs

During summers, we waste a lot of electricity by using air conditioners. One way to deal with this rising room temperature is to keep the rooms cool, by having cool roofs. The best way is to paint the roofs white, and you can also choose light colors which also reflect infrared rays. People also prefer to cover their roof tops with traditional materials but white-colored roof tops remain much more cooler than that. These colors help to reflect back the sun rays and they give off heat more rapidly.

Now that you know how to save nature in a stylish way, what are you waiting for? Just go out there and paint your home green!

Conserve water

1. Fix the leaks, save water: Leaked taps, pipes and joints are water wasters in home or anywhere else. Sometimes these leaks or faults can be fixed easily by replacing old washers, faulty faucets or by putting water-resistant adhesive on the leaks.

2. Turn towards responsibilities, turn off the taps: Most of us leave the faucets open and water keeps running through it without being used. So, turn off the faucets while washing your hands, brushing your teeth, shaving, etc., when you do not need the water.

3. Wash only on full loads, conserve water, conserve energy: Whether you are using dishwasher or washing machine always use them when they are fully loaded so that water can be optimally used. And if you have to use at partial load then adjust the water level according to the load.

4. Turn off the shower while soaping: A four or five minute shower drains 20 to 35 gallons water approximately. So you can save a huge amount of water by turning off the shower while soaping and turn it on again while rinsing.

5. Use a hippo or save-a-flush in the cistern: Use a hippo or save-a-flush in the cistern to reduce the amount of water your toilet tank uses per flush. Generally, old toilet cistern uses approximately 9 liters of clean water per flush and by placing a hippo or save-a-flush in it you can save up to 2.5 liters of water per flush, which amounts to about 10000 liters per year. And these are often provided free of cost by local water companies.

6. Use water efficient appliances: The amount of water consumed by appliances like washing machines, dishwashers, shower heads, etc. varies considerably. The technology is developing day by day for the efficiency of appliances. So buy new appliances which are more water and energy efficient like washing machines having a European Union (EU) energy label A, B or C. Appliances having rating A are most efficient while G are worst.

7. Install low-flow shower heads, taps, faucets, and toilets: Replace existing fast flow and old shower heads, taps, toilets, and faucets by installing the low flow products available in the market. Using low flow apparatus, you can bring down the flow to 1.5 gallons per minute which is very significant in conserving water as compared to old and fast flow products which flushes the water at a rate of 4 to 7 gallons per minute.

8. Clean the vegetables in static water, think outside the sink: Do not wash the vegetables in running water, rather rinse them by soaking in a pan of water. This water can be lately used in gardening and it also encourages recycling of water.

9. Insulate the water pipes, save water, save energy: Get hot water faster and avoid wasting water while it heats up and consequently save your energy bill by insulating the water pipes, specially those which are used to carry hot water. Insulated water pipes will confine heat to themselves even when they are not in use.

10. Operate the hose according to necessity: Immediately close down the hose, when it is no longer necessary to water the lawn or wash the car. And remember, use hose at a slow rate of flowing water. A hose with half inch diameter can drain approximately 600 gallons of water under normal water pressure per hour. So use the hose wisely.

11. Irrigate the lawn sagely: Water your lawn in early morning or evening. Temperature is low at these times and hence, water lost in the evaporation is rediced. Also refrain watering the lawn on a windy day.

12. Use recycled water to water the garden: To irrigate the lawn, use recycled water, e.g., water used in rinsing the vegetables.

13. Wash the car using bucket and save water: Use a bucket and a sponge rather than a hose to wash the car as it will save water in an appreciable amount. Or you can also take your car to the car wash which recycles water. In this way, you are also contributing your part to conserve water.

14. Mulch to save water: Mulch enhances the moisture retaining capability of soil as it slows the evaporation process while degrading the growth of weeds. So, there will be less need of water to irrigate the lawn, consequently conserving water.

15. Steam rather than boil: Cook the vegetables by steam rather than boil as it will consume less amount of water compared to boiling the vegetables and it will use less heat to cook the vegetables.

16. Collect rain water, invest in water harvest, it pays in the rest: Buy water butts and fix them in down pipes, sheds, garage, etc., and link them with each other to step up your storage. Alternatively, you can set up a rain water harvesting system at your house and building, provided you have enough money and space.

17. Teach the society, a major action from mankind can save our water and save our future: As much as it is important to conserve water at home, it is equally important to help spread awareness among people around you. Every person must contribute towards this because water is life for all. So indulge yourself in water management issues. Encourage people, schools, societies, organizations, and local government to conserve water. Share your suggestions and gain experiences from people to conserve the resource.

Water is very precious and is life for all, so every person must conserve it. Always remember, when there is no more water, then there is no more you!

Every drop counts

Gift her green on this Valentine’s day

It is the thought and feeling behind any gift that counts, so forget about the typical red color or its cost, and start thinking in an eco friendly manner. Associate it with the freshness of breeze that comes with the first ray of sunrise. And if you are thinking of going green this valentine, here are some ideas.

Start the day with giving a gift which is lighter on the environment. You have a variety of things to choose from, starting with a jewelry box, a unique Valentine’s Day card, lipstick, chocolate wine pairing kit, earrings and necklace set, handmade soap, scarf, lotion, lip balm and oil and many more to make her happy.

1. Gift a tree: A tree planted in the name of your loved one is a beautiful gift. An order can be made to plant a special tree for your valentine. It is a great and thoughtful gift, both for your loved one and for nature, and will surely be much appreciated. It will stay for a life time and will be a part of many beautiful moments to come.

2. Organic chocolates: Chocolates are a gift meant for every occasion and every celebration. Go green with fair trade and organic chocolates. And why feel guilty when you can actually enjoy every bit of delicious chocolate treat. Going green with chocolates might seem a small step towards saving the environment but the impact is huge. Some of the wide variety of such chocolates are BIJA Omega truffles, Chocolove chocolate bars, Green & Black’s organic chocolate, Dagoba organic chocolate, Ithaca Fine Chocolates, Devries Chocolate, Intemperantia organic and vegan chocolate.

Organic chocolate

3. Organic flowers, wine and candles: Flowers symbolize love and they stay fresh for days. A perfect day such as Valentine’s day calls for the best organic red wine, flowers and candles to set the mood. Handmade candles are a delight to gift and are best in setting up a relaxing, romantic mood and the scent just adds to the aura. There are a wide range of candles available in the market made from different organic materials which helps you stick to the motto of going green.

4. Lingerie: Green is sexy and is the new fashion statement. These new intimate presents are made from organic cotton, recycled fiber, hemp, bamboo and other sustainable materials and to top this, they are soft, silky, sexy and gorgeous. Lingerie is the closest thing to a woman’s body and therefore, it makes a perfect gift on Valentine’s Day. Moreover, choosing fabrics which have minimal harm during their production is in itself a way of doing good by wearing good.

There is a whole new industry spurring, which is the organic industry. People have become aware of the harm caused in the past and are trying their best to use products that are eco friendly and can be recycled. The range includes almost everything that can make the woman of your dreams happy. There is a whole world to explore when it comes to going green, and trust me you will love every bit of it.

Time now calls for a change from a traditional red Valentine’s celebrations to the latest green trend. It is a fresh concept to celebrate love and the idea is to surprise with gifts while protecting the environment. Show your loved one how much you care by promising a sustainable green Valentine’s Day.

Go Green

Eco-friendly travel starts from planning your vacation itself. Here are some steps one needs to take while planning for an eco-friendly vacation.

• Choose an eco-friendly hotel or resort, this makes a statement that you care for the planet and choosing an eco-friendly destination makes a difference.
• Plan your vacation with an eco-organization that makes sure you are eco-friendly right from the word go!

• Pick a trip that takes you more close to the nature and avoid one that takes you into the urban setting.

Before leaving, take care of a number of steps to be taken.

• Turn down your thermostat, if you are traveling in the winter.
• Unplug all the appliances.
• Cancel the newspaper.
• Make sure all the lights and electrical appliances are off.
• Book e-tickets instead of paper tickets.
• Pack lightly to reduce your luggage weight and reduce the carbon footprint you create while traveling.

Once you arrive at your destination, take the following preferred steps.

• Walk to the hotel or take a subway rather than a taxi, if possible and viable. This is not only green but also gives you a better taste of the area and people.
• If you need a car, rent a hybrid. This will further add up to your eco-friendly motto. At many places, you can rent bikes for the whole family.
• Be sure to turn the hotel extras off, like do not leave the sauna, the jet spa, lights in the exercise room or exercise equipment switched on.
• Do not buy plastic souvenirs or other junk; buy greener products when possible.
• Do not pick up brochures and fliers and area maps wherever you go as you do not need maps to enjoy the area. Moreover, you never take a look at these maps after getting home and it will be just a wastage of paper.
• Carry along reusable bottles for everyone, you can also fill these with juices and drinks, apart from water.
• Take along reusable carry bags for all the shopping you do.
• Eat local and organic food at green restaurants instead of fast food at fast food chains.
• If you travel by plane, take a bus or shuttle to get to your hotel.
• Whether travelling in winter or summer, follow the same conservation activities that you follow at your home, dress for the weather, turn down the AC or heater whenever leaving the room and so on.

While making a decision about the destination, you have to keep some important points in mind, like:

• Whether the local traders and hotels take care for the environment by making use of eco-friendly techniques.
• Whether the money earned by tourism is returned to the society by taking up welfare tasks for the local people.
• Whether the services provided to you are well in sync with your motto of green traveling.

Some of the green destinations of the world are:

1. St Croix in the US Virgin Islands: St Croix has a thriving underwater reef ecosystem. This reef ecosystem is extremely preserved and has a visitor footfall of 30,000 visitors per year. The reef surrounded national monument in St. Croix in the US Virgin Islands was named Buck Island Reef National Monument in 1961. People come here from all around the world just to experience the beautifully preserved underwater reef. Visitors take pictures and enjoy the unspoilt beauty of this exceptionally preserved treasure.

buck island reef

2. Beaches of Tangalla in Sri Lanka: The Tangalla beaches of Sri Lanka nearby to Rekawa is also a place to visit, if you are on an eco-friendly vacation. This beach of the island country is a home to nesting turtles. Here, you can see the rare 5 of the 7 species of turtles coming to nest on the shores. Some lucky ones can also get to see the Green turtle. Turtle lovers lobby for the preservation of this ecosystem for safe breeding of turtles.

Tangalla beach, Sri Lanka

3. Quito, Ecuador, the Napo Wildlife Center: The Napo Wildlife Center located in the Yasuni National park of Quito, Ecuador is a lovely preserved ecosystem. It has been set up by the government with the cooperation of the local Anangu Indians and the lodge is situated south to a small lake and is surrounded by untouched rainforests, making for a very romantic, cool gateway with great mornings and evenings. Sightseeing can be done and animals can be watched from a 100 feet long ladder over the lake, giving a tree top view.

napo wildlife center

There are many more ways to make your vacation greener and many more destinations to woo your imaginations. Go green, pack your bags and head for an eco-friendly destination.

If we talk about the latest trends in apartment decorating ideas, then environment friendly decorations are a rage these days. From kitchen to bedroom, bathrooms and living rooms, green is all around. Let’s see some of the trendiest trends in this section:

1. Wooden grills and all: There was a time when people used to have only wooden furniture in their homes. Today it’s an “In” thing once again but with a twist in the tale. Architects and interior designers are taking more and more interest in designer furniture, grills and glass panes. Try those wooden carvings with inscriptions and slit. They are simply adorable and long lasting.

2. Get eco-friendly paint: Have you seen Shahrukh Khan and others talk about those “green paints?” Frankly speaking they are worth it and also add beauty to the house.

3. Recyclable: Add more and more recyclable stuff to home decors, wallpapers, plants, wall painting, and paper, everything which is environmental friendly. It is actually one of the most sought after apartment decorating ideas!

4. Buy open floor house: Open floor homes with big balconies and widows call for more illumination and air, thus reducing electricity usage. Go for one!

5. Install modular units: Modular units are used to plant herbs and shrubs in living rooms, kitchen and bedrooms. They not only add to the beauty of homes but are also hygienic and less clumsy. Homes which have modular kitchens generally make use of woods which again is a good apartment decorating idea.

Hometone is a community based portal and serves best to provide the latest environment friendly ways to turn your house into a dream home. Although “E Homes” may be a big investment in the beginning, but with constant maintenance they are the best homes around. And no other ways can serve you as much praise and applause as this home decorating idea can! So, be ready to invest some of your hard earned money and watch your apartment transform from good to The Best!