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Solar Powered/Alternative Energy Products: Part 2
The Home Depot is a national home improvement chain with an online store. When working on a home improvement project like solar lighting or installing solar panels the Home Depot has many environmentally friendly products available. At some locations they offer informative classes. The fountains and outdoor lighting have small solar panels that charge batteries. These items can be rearranged around your home or yard without having to mess with wiring.
The people at Sunpower care about the environment, and it shows in their products and services. They see a world where solar power solutions are the future. Innovation and performance are factors that Sunpower puts into their work. They have residential and commercial applications. They seek to provide you with a product and a service that will end up saving you money on your electricity in the long run. Continue reading
Sustainable Furniture and Products Made from Recycled Plastics: Part 1
By the Yard is a family owned business that produces/sells over 90 types and styles of outdoor furniture constructed from HDPE recycled plastic. They produce table and chair sets in regular height, and my personal favorite, bar height. They also sell side tables, coffee tables, and planters. They offer benches, porch swings, and gliders. Among many other things they carry an entire line of Adirondack style chairs and lounges. Though not sold by this company, the furniture does accommodate cushions and umbrellas in the standard sizes. The company guarantees their products for 35 years against structural integrity. The furniture is made in the good old USA, as well as all the recycled plastics. Continue reading
Companies and Organizations Involved in Improving the Environment Part 2
Arpro is a recycled foam material manufactured by JSP. It is a low emission and no odor. It is a porous material that has a grain molded into it. Arpro comes in many different colors, shapes, and sizes. JSP even sponsors a designer contest utilizing their product. Their eco-friendly products would make a wonderful addition to an environmentally aware household with eco-friendly furniture. Continue reading
Companies and Organizations Involved in Improving the Environment Part 1
Recycle San Diego is on a mission to reduce the amount of garbage that goes into our landfills. They provide a convenient and cost effective way to manage recycling in San Diego. They provide service to residential and commercial customers. Through their website you can learn more about recycling of plastic, glass, and paper.Recycling and purchasing more eco-friendly furniture and products is another great way to help reduce our garbage. Continue reading
Solar Powered/Alternative Energy Products Part 3
The people at Sunpower care about the environment, and it shows in their products and services. They see a world where solar power solutions are the future. Innovation and performance are factors that Sunpower puts into their work. They have residential and commercial applications. They seek to provide you with a product and a service that will end up saving you money on your electricity in the long run. By using these eco-friendly products and other green furniture, we reduce our carbon footprint on our planet. Continue reading
Solar Powered/Alternative Energy Products Part 1
Let’s face it, solar power is extremely clean and becoming more efficient and affordable. Brunton sells a series of solar panels and accessories. They sell a variety of batteries that can be charged with solar panels. They even sell a solar powered iPod charger. The waterproof SolarRoll can be rolled for storage, or used to power video equipment on a kayak or mountain peak, and a laptop in your back yard. Just think – these products, along with other green furniture alternatives will help us create a more efficient home without damaging our environment. Continue reading
Reclaimed Wood for Sustainable Furniture and Accessories Part 2
If you are planning on installing cabinets or are looking for a fireplace mantel made from reclaimed wood, look no longer. Elmwood Reclaimed Timber is a wood reclaiming company out of Kansas City, Missouri. They employ the manpower comprised of people who love what they do. The customer gets a product that has been reclaimed, helping to reduce the amount of trees harvested each year. Elmwood sells reclaimed lumber in the raw for many possible project, products include stair parts, cabinetry grade lumber, counter tops, and reclaimed wood beams for building.
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Ryan Frank is an eco-friendly modern furniture designer. He uses only sustainable and recycled materials in his sustainable furniture. The collection includes shelving, tables and chairs. His urban designs will give your apartment the eco-friendly edge it needs. Be sure to check out the strata line of tables and chairs, you might see something you like. Continue reading
Plantation Grown Sustainable Furniture And Other Products
T&G is a purveyor of FSC certified and plantation grown sustainable furniture, exclusively designed for T&G, made from sustainable pine, beech, oak, ash, and hevea. Their collection includes over 650 individual products for the kitchen including utensils, storage, knife blocks, butcher boards, bowls, and serving dishes. They also offer package deals that include many products all in one, my favorite being the Gift Works Collection which includes, among many thing made from sustainable materials, bowls, spoons, serving trays, and a pizza cutting board. Continue reading
Plantation Grown Sustainable Furniture and Other Products Part 1
Sustainable Furniture from Whyr’hymer is not only graceful but also eco-friendly. Materials are exclusively plantation grown, FSC certified, or are reclaimed. Their classy designs incorporate some of the most wonderful wood in sustainable furniture such as tables, chairs, and beds. Whyr’hymer also produces the most eye pleasing light fixtures made from all natural sustainable materials. A percentage from all sustainable furniture sold by Whyr’hymer is donated to charities that are working to improve environmental issues worldwide.
Sustainable Furniture from Plantation Forests Part 2
Buying plantation grown sustainable furniture is supporting the idea of progression. Each year measures are taken in conserving and protecting additional dense old growth, tropical rain forests, and animals that are slowly losing their natural habitats. Continue reading