People often think of using solar energy for producing electricity, but it is actually easier to harness the power of the sun to heat your home. It's free heat that has been utilized since ancient times but few modern architects or builders really … [Continue Reading]
Hemp Throw Blanket by Ecolution
January 1, 2006 by 1 Comment
It's a throw blanket from Ecolution made of nothing but hemp. I kid you not — this blanket is woven out of 100% organic Romanian hemp using the latest hemp processing techniques. They have hackling (fibre separation) methods and air-finishing … [Continue Reading]
Solar Evacuated Tubes: Free Hot Water
December 30, 2005 by 4 Comments
For solar water heating in your home, there are basically two types of solar collectors: conventional flat-plate collectors and evacuated tube collectors. Evacuated tubes have a number of advantages: the work on overcast days, in colder weather, and … [Continue Reading]
Efficient “Scando” Family Table
December 29, 2005 by Leave a Comment
The design of this Scando Family Table was inspired by the combination of Japanese living and watching how children relate to the floor in their daily activities. Designer Eric Pfeiffer created a table that is well crafted and multi-functional. The … [Continue Reading]
“Indestructible” MP3 Player: Monolith Premium MX7000
December 29, 2005 by 4 Comments
Yes — manufacturers — make more devices like this one. The Monolith MP3 player is fused into a solid 1.5mm aluminium casing — not stuck together with glue or screws. It's a unique manufacturing process pioneered by the manufacturer, … [Continue Reading]
Satellite Radio Reviews
December 29, 2005 by Leave a Comment
Satellite radio is a high quality radio service that is static free, mostly commercial free and currently censorship-free. Special satellite receivers, costing around $50 are needed to pick up the signal. The two satellite radio companies, Sirius … [Continue Reading]
Reviews of Online DVD Rental Companies
December 28, 2005 by 2 Comments
What are the best online DVD rental services? Most people know Netflix, Blockbuster and Walmart are the major players in online DVD rentals. Netflix, which started it all, still gets the best reviews in terms of service, speed and movie selection … [Continue Reading]
Lexon Dolmen LED Light
December 26, 2005 by 1 Comment
This efficient LED Light was created by designers Marco Pulga and Luca Artioli for Lexon of France. It runs on only 4 AA batteries. The lamp is 5" square in size. The intensity of the light can be adjusted, and you can also set the light to turn off … [Continue Reading]
Smart LED Candle Light
December 26, 2005 by 7 Comments
We featured some LED candles from Phillips previously but these lamps are available for only $9.95. The LEDs inside this lamp simulate a real candle. It's powered by three rechargeable or regular AAA batteries. Available from CB2. Found via Better … [Continue Reading]
Recycled Paper Journals
December 25, 2005 by Leave a Comment
These classy journals are made from 100% post-consumer fibre. They have a perpetual calendar printed on the inside fold-out front cover. The journals measure 6” X 9" and are filled with 200 pages of 24 lb. cream coloured paper which is processed … [Continue Reading]
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