Sustainable Guide – Page 42

Stain Removal Hacks [Infographic]

January 24January 31Posted in Sustainable GuideTagged baking soda, carpet cleaning, cleaning, green living, hacks, infographic, tips, vinegar3 Comments

Abrasive and environmentally harsh chemicals are in most store brand carpet cleansers. However, there are just as effective ways to get your carpets looking like new with more friendly ingredients. These are safer for your pets, loved ones, and lungs, not to mention the fabric of your rugs.

It turns out that even the toughest looking stains, from oil splatter to permanent marker, can be removed simply and easily with items you probably have around the house. Your Best Digs lines up 10 nasty stains and pits them against these easy clean up methods that are environmentally friendly. Did you know you could get glue out of a carpet using an iron? Or stop crying over spilled wine with some baking soda?

Check out the infographic below for a number of sure-fire carpet stain removal methods that will keep your rugs in great shape, no matter what hits them.

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4 Eco-friendly Cities of the Future [Infographic]

January 14December 28Posted in Sustainable GuideTagged cities of the future, ecofriendly, green city, infographic, jing-jin-ji, new clark city, overpopulation, pena station next, quayside, Sino-Singapore TianjinLeave a comment

Pneumatic waste systems, pollution sensors, robots, drones, and self-driving cars… it’s what we expect for the far future. But, these features could be coming to a town near you. In 2050 the world population is estimated to be 9.7 billion, currently, it stands at 7.53 billion. To tackle this overpopulation crisis, new cities and towns are being built all across the world. With cool tech and eco-friendliness high on the agenda, we take a look at these futuristic cities that are not far from the present.

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Eco-House Designs [Infographic]

January 8January 21Posted in Sustainable GuideTagged carbon footprint, comparison chart, design, earth sheltered, earthship, eco friendly, housing, infographic, prefabricated, shipping container, tiny house1 Comment

Private homes are estimated to be responsible for about one fifth to one-fourth of global carbon dioxide emissions; and for that reason, eco-friendly construction or green building is becoming more and more of a necessity. If you’re looking to move home and are wanting something more eco-friendly, here are some alternative types of housing that will help you cut down your carbon footprint…

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The Evolution of The NYE Resolution [Infographic]

December 22January 13Posted in Sustainable GuideTagged go green, goals, infographic, new year, new year resolutions, quitters day, social media, veganuary, volunteer3 Comments

Did you know that 80% of people fail to stick to their New Year’s resolution for longer than 6 weeks? It’s no surprise really though as it can take up to 66 days to form a new habit. Some people might even give up by the second Friday in January, known as Quitters’ Day. So where exactly did the NYE resolution come from and why do people make resolutions every year?

Planning on making a resolution for 2019? Make sure you do your research, implement a plan and create a support network so your friends and family can help where they can. Will you be a resolution keeper or a resolution breaker? Apparently three of the most common reasons behind failed resolutions include setting unrealistic goals, not keeping track of progress, as well as just forgetting about the resolution altogether.

The below infographic, designed by JD Williams, outlines the lowdown of resolutions including the who, what, where, when, why and how, as well as outlining the traits of a resolution breaker vs a resolution keeper. The infographic also pinpoints the top ten resolutions from 2018, all about quitters’ day and how you can avoid becoming part of it, as well as some resolution ideas for 2019. Have you thought about going green? Volunteering? Trying Veganuary? Wearing more colour? Using less social media? After-all, the average person will spend nearly 2 hours on social media everyday (which equates to 5 years and 4 months over a lifetime).

Let us know what resolutions you’ve got planned! If you’re still thinking about a resolution, check out the below infographic and try to make your resolution specific, measurable, attainable, realistic, as well as exciting!

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Greenspiration: Home Design for the Eco-Conscious

December 19December 10Posted in Sustainable GuideTagged eco conscious, environment, green living, greenspiration, home decor, home design, interior design, recycled, sustainable, tips5 Comments

Concerns about climate changes and the general state of our planet are constantly growing. As a result, many industries have started introducing new, green approaches and methods into their business models, trying to contribute to environmental preservation. The same goes for the eco-conscious interior design which has gained popularity recently, and many owners are now implementing sustainable practices when decorating their home. In order to help you follow in their footsteps and do something good both for our environment and your family, we’ve singled out a list of some awesome ideas and suggestion regarding this topic. Feel free to take a look.
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