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At-Home Recycling Center
Here’s another great tip from BobVila.com.
On average, Americans recycle less than a third of our waste. If we doubled our ... |
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Carpet Recycling
Did you know that if your old carpet is made of Nylon 6, it can be recycled? Over two hundred million pounds of old carpet is ... |
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Compost Aeration
The microorganisms in the compost pile function best when the materials are as damp as a wrung-out sponge and have many air ... |
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Compost Surface
If the microorganisms have more surface area to feed on, the materials will break down faster. Chopping your garden debris ... |
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Compost Temperature
The most efficient decomposing bacteria thrive in temperatures between 110F and 160F. Thus, the hotter the pile, the faster ... |
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Compost Volume
Compost piles trap heat generated by the activity of millions of microorganisms. A 3-foot by 3-foot by 3-foot compost pile is ... |
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Composting
If you garden, you can cut costs and save landfills by making your own compost. Composters come in various sizes and shapes ... |
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Donate Unused Materials
When you finish your next project, instead of throwing away unused building materials, donate them to a non-profit ... |
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Hacksaw Recycling
Here's a way to get more life out of an old hacksaw blade. Mount it on the side edge of your workbench with about half the ... |
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Indoor Air Quality
Here's a startling fact: the EPA has warned that indoor air pollution is often much higher than outdoors. Here are some ... |
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Metal Roofing
When roofing your house, consider using a metal roof. Available in a variety of colors and styles, metal roofing is made of ... |
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Metal Studs
If your home renovation requires new walls, you may want to consider using metal studs. They have many advantages in a ... |
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Rebuild a Wall
In a restoration project, reusing original brick is a great idea. Water damage and neglect can destroy the mortar in a brick ... |
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Recycled Building Materials
Here's another great tip from BobVila.com.
Deconstruction is the new demolition. Instead of gutting a project and sending ... |
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Recycled Sawdust
Don’t throw away that sawdust. Keep some in a coffee can to throw on workshop spills. It’s also great for throwing on icy ... |
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Roller Recycle
Get the most out of your paint roller by cleaning and re-using it. After washing, hang the roller on a rope or dowel to dry, ... |
