Today is Earth Day, and there are so many ways to love our planet and your wallet at the same time. If you can’t afford pricey solar panels on the roof of your house this year (who can?), and you’re…
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If you knew there was an easy, inexpensive way to shrink your carbon footprint, would you do it? That’s what Springs Window Fashions, makers of Bali and Graber blinds and shades, is helping customers do with window treatments. Tom Rodgers…
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Get this: Solar Shades increased in popularity nearly 63% from 2007 to 2008. Why is this small category experiencing rapid growth? Because they do a fantastic job of blocking solar heat – energy savings, woohoo! The room will literally cool…
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Since the Green Craze began, one of the noticeable effects on interior design has been the stylization of unfinished wood. In the 90’s and early 00’s, you’d scarcely find unfinished wood furniture or furniture with noticeable imperfections. The rise in…
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You’ve picked out the perfect chairs, paired them with the beautiful rug from Flokati you’ve been eyeing, and painted your walls the most delectable shade crème brulee. You even splurged for those gorgeous end tables by Anthony Marschak of Modern…
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Q: I am really trying to cut my utilities. What blinds can help me save on my energy costs? Linda, Savannah, Georgia A: Linda, with electricity prices higher than ever, saving money on heating and cooling is on everyone’s mind….
Do the following statements describe you? A normal night of entertaining is: Hosting a fundraiser to offset climate change. You grazed on spring rolls made with locally grown vegetables. My signature scent: “Fresh out of the shower clean” You know…