Practical tips for making your living space sustainable.
The Beautiful Things That Are Silently Destroying the Planet Look around your home. That framed print, the wood shelf, the stretched canvas – they look harmless. They do more than sit pretty. Timber from distant forests, finishes that off-gas, finishes you never meant to invite into your air. It adds up. Now imagine a piece …
We covered the harmful effects of modern chemical-based candles which most people are unaware of. However, with growing environmental concerns, there’s been a shift towards sustainable alternatives. One such alternative is cardamom-based candles. It serves the purpose of being aromatic as well as sustainable. In this article, we delve into the origins of sustainable cardamom …
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Aloe vera is often hailed as the “plant of immortality,” and has been treasured for its medicinal properties for centuries. It is believed to have originated in the Arabian Peninsula from where it garnered a rich history of use in various cultures worldwide. Today, it is extensively cultivated for its therapeutic benefits which range from …
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We have covered sustainable packaging materials such as wax wraps earlier. Mushroom-based packaging is yet another sustainable alternative that has gained a lot of traction lately. In this article, we will explore more about this innovative approach and its potential to revolutionize the packaging industry. What is Mushroom-Based Packaging? Mushroom-based packaging is also referred to …
Earlier we discussed Essential oil diffusers and why they are good for you. With all their purported health and therapeutic properties, we decided to cover them separately. They are essentially( pun intended) extracted from plants and have been used for centuries for their aromatic and medicinal qualities. In this article, we will delve into the …
Essential oils have been around for a long time and have been touted for all their health benefits. However, another usage of these oils comes in the form of diffusers which act as natural air fresheners. The application of essential oils in diffusers has become quite popular because of health and wellness concerns. These devices …
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The Dirty Truth About Everyday Degreasers You scrub your stove, feel good about the shiny metal, and then-hours later-you smell that harsh chemical sting again. Because most degreasers don’t really disappear. They linger in pores, crevices, cracks. The kind of cleaner sold at bright-packaged aisles often hides active solvents, VOCs, surfactants, and “enhancers” that irritate …
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Ever settled into a fresh, trendy sofa and thought something smelled… odd? That “new furniture” smell isn’t just scent: it could be stealthy VOCs (volatile organic compounds) escaping into your living room air. These chemicals often come from cheap paint, synthetic fabrics, or sealed wood. Indoor air can be 2-5× more polluted than outdoor air: …
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Teflon has been a household name for decades. It has been celebrated for its exceptional non-stick properties in cookware and various industrial applications. However, concerns about its impact on health and the environment are something which is less known. We discussed the dangers of plastic utensils and why bamboo utensils are a better option. Similarly, …
Air pollution has quietly become one of those everyday problems we cannot fully escape. As EDF notes, most of us, roughly 9 out of 10 people, are breathing air that is not exactly ideal. While we do not have much control over outdoor conditions, the story is different inside our homes. Since many of us …
