We previously noted that we consider Vitamin C to be the best way to remove chlorine from your shower water. But what about baths? Surely soaking in chlorinated water is just as harmful. Indeed it is — especially for children. If you have a shower filter, one way to avoid this is to fill your… [Continue Reading]
Self-Contained Watering System
December 1, 2004 by 3 Comments
The Oasis Automatic Plant Watering System by Claber is a programmable system that distributes up to 6 gallons of water to as many as 20 plants. It is a completely independent system, needing no connection to a tap or electrical main. It runs on one 9V battery. Available from: Smart Home ($89.99)
EPatch: Glue-less Stickers
October 14, 2004 by 1 Comment
EPatch is an innovative sticker that doesn’t use glue or water. The stickers are non-toxic, very durable, and are able to be bent, stretched or folded without losing their shape. Made of rubber-silicon, the stickers are fade resistant, resistant to UV radiation and to temperature extremes up to 220 degrees – which means it is… [Continue Reading]
Transefficient: Porous Pavers
October 6, 2004 by 3 Comments
Porous pavers are permeable replacements for concrete or other hard surfaces. They reduce rain water runoff by 90% thus avoiding erosion. Less pollution reaches the waterways because the rain water penetrates the underlying ground more effectively. Permeable pavement is slightly different — it looks like concrete but is structured to be porous so that rain… [Continue Reading]
Aquastar 125HX
September 28, 2004 by Leave a Comment
Aquastar tankless water heaters cut energy costs, because the heat the water as it is needed. These heaters are designed so that all parts are replaceable. Alexander Rose, who has used and reviewed this heaters says: There is a whole Aquastar line from large ones for multi shower households, to the smaller ones like mine.… [Continue Reading]
Teflon: Strong Indications That It’s Toxic
August 27, 2004 by 3 Comments
Teflon contains a toxic chemical called C8 or PFOA which has been linked to cancer and birth defects in animals. Its effects have never been formally tested on humans. The chemical, perfluorooctanoic acid, is a soaplike material. It is used to make many widely used products, such as non-stick cookware, fast food containers, clothing, Gortex… [Continue Reading]
Grapefruit Seed Extract: Efficient Disinfectant
August 18, 2004 by 7 Comments
Grapefruit Seed Extract is a powerful disinfectant. It can be used to disinfect wounds, sterilize fruit and vegetables, purify drinking water, sanitize dishes, countertops and cutting boards and inhibit bacteria growth in pools and spas. The active ingredient of grapefruit seed extract is synthesized from the seed and pulp of certified organically grown grapefruit. The… [Continue Reading]
Non-Toxic Adhesives, Caulks and Sealants
August 14, 2004 by 17 Comments
When building, adhesives are often overlooked and considered at the last minute. However, adhesives are often more toxic than the flooring and other products they are made to adhere.
Eco-Effective: Mineral Silicate Paints
August 3, 2004 by Leave a Comment
Mineral silicate paints are non-toxic, odorless, vapor-permeable, naturally resistant to fungi and algae, non-combustible, light-reflective, resistant to acid rain, and extremely durable.
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