6/10/2016

The importance of keeping our homes clean is not lost on any of us. It’s essential for the look of the home, for one thing. More importantly, though, a build up of grime and mess can be bad for your health. With any number of unfriendly bacteria lurking within, the risks are clear. It can be a pain, but regular maintenance is a better bet than a frenzied blitz every few months.

Many of us have allergies to cleaning chemicals, or may not be keen on the idea of what these chemicals do to the environment. Indeed, children or pets shouldn’t be exposed to much of what’s in them. This is why cleaning your home with natural products is becoming more and more popular - and it doesn’t mean things are any less clean!

Here are some tips to ensure that you can keep everything clean, without breaking the environment or the bank.

6/06/2016


Fish can make excellent first pets for your kids. They still require looking after, which is ideal for testing their levels of responsibility. They're also lots of fun to watch, and they can be interesting to learn about too. Some fish even need a lot more care than you might think, so there will be more to do than simply feeding them and cleaning the tank now and then. If you want to start an aquarium, you have to begin somewhere. Setting up your first setup can be a little confusing if you're not sure what you need. Follow these steps and get your kids to help you out.

6/03/2016



Most of us do our best to reduce waste. Not only is it harmful to the environment, but waste can cost us a lot of money too. Leaving lights on or running the heating when we’re not even home increases our energy bills. And excess waste destined for landfill sites does no good at all. So how can you make your home and lifestyle green and save money on your energy bills at the same time?

Solar panels are a very popular way to reduce the cost of our energy bills. They also reduce the demand on the grid, so they’re good for the environment. Using only the power of sunlight, your home can enjoy free energy from a natural, sustainable source. And with the right contract, you could even earn money by selling your excess power back to the grid. Read a guide to solar panels to find out which setup is best for your home. Next time you renovate or decorate, consider how you can save money on lighting choices inside as well.