FindSolar.Com is an impressive new web site that helps answer two important questions: (1) Where can I find solar for my home or business? (2) How much will it cost? By entering your state and county, you get a detailed break-down of the costs for a … [Continue Reading]
Best Book Deal
September 23, 2005 by Leave a Comment
If you want find out where to buy a particular book at the lowest cost, try out Best Book Deal. This service will search 100 bookstores, and show you how the prices compare. A very handy feature of this site is the inclusion of the shipping costs to … [Continue Reading]
Top Rated, Energy Efficient Refrigerators
September 20, 2005 by 1 Comment
In terms of quality, cost and energy efficiency, Kenmore refrigerators get high ratings from Good Housekeeping and Consumer Reports. They make many "no-frills" refrigerators which are Energy Star compliant. Kenmore fridges have factory-installed ice … [Continue Reading]
Eco Decking Tiles That Snap Together
September 19, 2005 by 3 Comments
These decking tiles snap together without the need for screws, nails or glue, to create a deck or walkway. The tiles are made with Bolivian Ipe wood, which is suited to outdoors use, naturally resisting mold and decay. The Ipe wood is harvested … [Continue Reading]
Hoky Carpet Sweeper by Oreck
September 19, 2005 by Leave a Comment
Carpet Sweepers are a great non-electric way to clean carpets quickly. So a recent review of a Hoky Sweeper on Cool Tools, caught our eye:You've probably seen Hoky Sweepers used in restaurants and hotels. They just plain work. No electric, no plugs, … [Continue Reading]
Quick Pick: Top Rated HD Television
September 17, 2005 by Leave a Comment
Reviewers at CNET rate Sony's model KD-34XBR960 at the top of the current HDTV market. They say: "If you can deal with the bulk and don't need a huge screen, this is the perfect home-theater TV." Their user's reviews give it similar high marks. It … [Continue Reading]
Review: Low Rolling Resistance Tires
September 17, 2005 by 1 Comment
Green Seal has released another of their well-researched reports, this time covering "Low Rolling Resistance Tires". The reports presents previously unpublished data on leading tires that have low rolling resistance. But what is rolling resistance … [Continue Reading]
Spas for the Home: Reviews and Buying Guides
September 17, 2005 by Leave a Comment
There is a veritable multitude of companies making spas today. They are usually manufactured in acrylic for a deck or a specially constructed area inside the house. Often spas are sold a lot like cars — there is lot of upselling and steering … [Continue Reading]
Wooden Hot Tubs
September 16, 2005 by 1 Comment
Wooden hot tubs are an attractive alternative to the plastic tubs that have come to dominate the marketplace today. These traditionally styled tubs are built with wood that contains natural anti-bacterial oils. SeaOtter Woodworks build their tubs by … [Continue Reading]
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