By Lynn Underwood
A BETTER BUNGALOWLiners Direct has introduced a bench seat that measures 25''x15-3/4'' and is designed for comfort and the transfer of people in need of the resource. The bench fits along the back of the side wall but can be installed along the soap dish wall in larger showers. It is available in four solid colors and side wrap material is available in all of the wall colors the company offers.Circle No. 215 on Product CardCircle No. 208 on Product Card"At the time it was a radical concept, that you could use linoleum and cork and salvaged granite, and it could look high-end and classy," he said.www.niceknobs.comThe CompoKeeper is designed to assist with composting of food scraps in the kitchen. The CompoKeeper works like a huge zip lock bag lining the inside of a waste bin that can be opened and closed using the foot pedal or turning the hand lever. Keeping compost in the CompoKeeper allows recyclers to store food scraps without the unpleasant odors and side effects of indoor compost storage.By David Heide Design Studio; www.dhdstudio.com.www.perlick.comToday's green kitchens have nothing to do with color. They're environmentally friendly, energy-efficient and nontoxic. They boast countertops made of recycled glass or paper, and floors of renewable bamboo or cork. The appliances use less energy, and paint with low volatile organic compounds (low-VOC) keeps the air clean.Laundry Unit Combines Washing & DryingJust a few years ago, calling a kitchen green would have meant the walls were painted sage.www.linersdirect.com- Adding solar panels or geothermal heat pumps are a costlier commitment than a traditional HVAC system - yet add high value to a home. If nothing else schedule regular maintenance at least twice a year to ensure that your current system is operating efficiently."There's no limit to cool products that have green attributes," said Anschel. "Five years ago, it was a struggle to find low-VOC paint. Now it's at big-box stores."BEECH WOOD BEAUTYThe stuff: Dinneen patched and refinished the existing wood floor and restored and reinsulated the kitchen windows. She recycled her old appliances and replaced them with Energy Star appliances. The new formaldehyde-free cabinets are made of wood certified by the Forest Stewardship Council, which means it comes from a well- managed sustainable forest. Other green features include a low-flow faucet, under-cabinet halogen lights and a clay farmhouse sink that can be recycled.Ariston's new ARWDF 129 & 129 S Combination Washer/ Dryer is compact at just 24'' wide. Condensation technology contains and reuses the hot air created by the drying process, allowing excess moisture to leave through the drain hose. The unit can wash and dry loads in less than 60 minutes.www.castlewood.comwww.fourseasonscorp.comMINNEAPOLIS STAR TRIBUNECustom Stainless Hood Vents Multi-Function StoveCircle No. 203 on Product Cardwww.porcher-us.com
Scripps Howard News Service
Author: Lynn Underwood
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