How to Build a Sustainable Retreat
Learn how to build a versatile, multi-purpose “extra room” in your backyard.
How to Frame a Structure Using Energy-Saving Techniques
Here's a framing technique that maximizes insulation space and reduces heat transfer through the walls.
How to Install Recycled Windows
Installing pre-used or salvaged windows in your next DIY project can save you money and keep some perfectly good windows...
Inside Family Handyman’s Sustainable Studio at Dodge Nature Center
See how Family Handyman is making an impact in the world around us.
How to Install Siding
Putting up siding on your own can be a challenge. We'll guide you through installing this classic board and batten...
Beginner’s Guide to Rainwater Collection (With Top 7 Benefits)
Sustainable, economical and increasingly vital. Here's why rainwater collection is trending, and what to know about using it in your...
10 Sustainable Fabrics for Your Home
From bamboo sheets to yoga rugs made from recycled Indian saris, learn which sustainable fabrics can green up your home...
How To Make Your Bathroom More Sustainable
Your bathroom might be small, but chances are it's an environmental calamity. Here are some practical ways to green it...
The Biggest Ways To Cut Your Carbon Footprint Might Surprise You
Read on to learn the most powerful personal actions you can take. Spoiler alert: Recycling and home solar are not...
These 10 Sustainable Home Technologies Will Change the Way We Live
From food-spoiler apps to self-healing concrete, it's an exciting time for home tech. Here are some new products in the...
Where To Get Rid of Your Old Stuff
It's time to hit the refresh button on clutter. Here's where to sell and donate your old stuff, including the...
What Is Biophilic Design and How Can You Incorporate It?
Integrating nature into our living spaces makes us feel happier. Here's what to know about bringing biophilic design into your...
If You Want to Support Your Local Wildlife, Plant This
The humble milkweed feeds dozens of animals and insects, enriching your local ecosystem.
Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Put Up Honey Bee Hives
Honey bees are a worthy hobby for some. But if conservation is your goal, you're buzzing around the wrong hive.
You Should Be Using a Bidet Instead of Toilet Paper
Incredibly sanitary and cost-effective, bidets are an excellent choice for many people.
Why You Should Never Use Floral Foam
Plus, five alternatives to use instead!
How To Make Compost at Home
Your kitchen scraps and yard waste provide free fertilizer, just waiting to be made. Here's how.
Solitary Bees: Nature’s Unsung Heroes
Honey bees get all the attention, while solitary bees do most of the work. Let's give solitary bees their day...
What Is an Ecological Footprint?
What we do at home affects forests, fish and other nature around the world. Here's what to know about ecological...
Here’s Why ‘Shark Tank’ Loves First Saturday Lime to Keep Bugs at Bay
Keep bugs away from your pets, yard and vegetables with First Saturday Lime.
9 Tips on Where To Donate Furniture
Wondering what to do with that old sofa, rocking chair or desk? This collection of options can get your stuff...
Is PVC Pipe Safe?
PVC is affordable and versatile for home plumbing, but some health advocates warn against it. Here's what to know about...
Sustainability Techniques for Modern Home Builds
Find out how the construction industry champions sustainability with these cutting-edge building techniques.
How Does the Solar Panel Tax Credit Work?
The new incentive program makes solar energy more affordable than ever for property owners. Here's how to take advantage of...
What Is a Hybrid Inverter?
A solar inverter converts low-voltage direct current to grid-voltage alternating current. A hybrid inverter also does that, and a whole...
What’s a 15-Minute City?
Urban planners are envisioning a future free of traffic jams and smog, and rich with health, camaraderie and resilience. Enter...
We Tried the Craftsman Electric Lawn Mower, a Riding Mower for Tight Spaces
Ready to take the plunge and go battery-powered? We tested the Craftsman electric lawn mower–here’s what we thought.
What To Know About Sustainable Architecture
In a world experiencing increasing climate change, sustainable architecture is becoming an imperative. Here's an introduction to the concept.
Homeowner’s Guide on How To Recycle
Ever tentatively throw an item into a recycling bin, hoping it'll be recycled, but not totally sure it will? We...
Understanding the Different Types of Plastic
Here's what to know about plastic classifications, which ones are in common products, which are recyclable and which are the...
How an Industry Leader in Sustainable Building Got His Start
Richard Flatau is one of the country's foremost experts on cordwood homes and a leader in sustainable building techniques.