definitely keep the transom - they are meant, as SunnyBlue pointed out, to exhaust hot air that's pooled at the top of the room. If you have single or double hung windows open the bottom sash and o...

Thanks everyone for all the tips! I started the seeds in March and put them in a south-facing window sill, so I though that would be enough sunlight, but perhaps it was too early in the season. The...

Domestic Intellectual - Yes, ECOsurfaces can definitely be used for interior applications. There are about a dozen different styles/lines they offer, it's just the one I highlighted ab...

Yes, you can certainly make seedling pots using a variety of techniques, and this is just another one that came recommended from someone who really liked it said it made the process a bit easier.

It would be awesome if it was free, but it is only $2.99... Not bad considering the price of some other apps.

SoSue - Actually the diagram is demonstrating just one of 3 ways to configure the setup - the preheated water can either be sent to the water heater, shower mixer, or both. The most efficient way w...

Niamh, That's a good question. The factory for the Chicago store is in Toronto - only a little more than 500 miles. According to USGBC anything manufactured within 500 miles of it's de...

- Remove or minimize soffit above upper cabinets, it's too heavy looking and unnecessary. - Remove box light above island and replace with either one medium sized, or two small pendants. If ...

designedtoteach - I'm not sure where the one with the river rocks are from, but

wonderful idea! My grandma sends me a box of grapefruit and oranges every year from Florida. Unfortunately my BF is convinced that oranges (or any kind of citrus) will ruin our disposal. I disagree...

Nelsoac, They typically do, and last time I was there they had some really large (football sized) ones. I'm sure you could give 'em a ring to double check. Rachel

foodiegirl- rainchains function the same as downspouts - divert water out from gutters. You should definitely install yours if you haven't already. They are much better looking than d...

My boss just got one of these, according to him they take about two days to fully charge. He got his for $80 at this website:

I'm a vegetarian, have been for the past 15 or so years, so I don't even remember what Thanksgiving with turkey is like. I've always loved all the sides and been totally satisfied with them, especi...

Yes, I think so...

I second bronislava's comment. Under cabinet LED strips would be better; they are more efficient, last longer, and are actually cost competitive (unlike some other LED fixtures). Good luck!

Earth911's website has a search function to find where to recycle different products across the country. http://earth911.org/

labchick & georgianss - check out this post about how to cut glass bottles.

Lucky Monkey, According to the website, the dog waste compost can be used on ornamental gardens, but not on vegetable crops. Beyond that the waste biodegrades and flows into the subsoi...

Hey Folks, It is indeed noted that not all essential oils are good for cats, and that was included in the post, but I've included a link to an earlier AT post about essential oils and ...