Four Methods to Make Your Home Eco-friendly

Four Methods to Make Your Home Eco-friendly-Chispa MagazineWith all of the pressing environmental issues, it is mandatory for everyone to consider ways to make their living more eco-friendly. The thing you have to keep in mind is that the green cause is as much a global effort as it is personal.

You can start a change in your very own home. Sometimes this is just a change of mindset, while in other cases you have to invest in order to make your living greener. It is a worthy cause, which you should definitely devote yourself to. There is one thing that should keep you motivated: green living pays off greatly in the long run. With that said, let’s look at four ways to make your home greener and eco-friendly:

  • Reduce Plastic Consumption: While it is true that plastic materials used in everyday life are becoming more eco-friendly, there are still tons of plastic waste that end up on landfills or, what is worse, in the ocean. The material can be really dangerous and easily disrupt the stability of any ecosystem, not to mention the negative effects it has on human health. For these reasons, you should definitely make an effort to reduce the amount of plastic you use in your home. Know that when heated, plastic leaks dangerous chemicals in food and liquids, which makes it a poor choice when it comes to cooking. Replace plastic containers with glass. It is much more durable when it comes to everyday use and it is easier in terms of cleaning service. Consider the benefits and make the switch today.
  • Green Energy: You have probably heard that green energy is the future, and you have every right to believe it is so. Major corporations are devoting resources in research and development of green energy, and utilizing its benefits. What you can do in your home is quite simple, but it can have huge impact: installing solar panels. It is true this is a big investment? Yes, but it will pay off. And, there is nothing more eco-friendly than using the power of the sun for generating electricity for your home. These systems are becoming ever more advanced and effective so definitely consider them as an option.
  • Green Cleaning: Green home cleaning should be one practice you adopt today. This is a simple effort that basically involves replacing traditional cleaning solutions with green and eco-friendly alternatives that you can make on your own in home. Various recipes exist for fast and efficient results, all thanks to the cleaning power of vinegar, rubbing alcohol, baking soda, and lemon juice. You might be surprised to find that such solutions really work well. If you need to hire a domestic cleaning service or carpet cleaning service, look for a company that has implemented green methods.
  • Be efficient in Energy Consumption: Have you ever considered how much energy all the idle appliances and those on ‘standby’ mode in your home consume? An astounding 10 percent of your electricity bill may be due to appliances that you don’t use, but still have them plugged in. When you have over 70 appliances, which is an average figure for most households, cutting the energy drain seems like a logical step to make. Always remember to unplug anything that you are not using directly from the power source, as this will prevent wasteful consumption.

Follow these four methods for making your home green and eco-friendly oriented. Implement any of them, as they can truly make a substantial difference when it comes to preserving the environment. That is a cause you must devote time and effort to. Read more interesting house cleaning tips here.

Photo by Juan Di Nella

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Mia Guerra

Mia Guerra

Executive Editor at Chispa Magazine
Executive Editor at Chispa Magazine, Mia Guerra is a writer at heart. Regardless the topic, she loves to investigate, encourage, and ruminate on topics that can make us better people. Aiming to live a Proverbs 31 life, Mia is ecstatic to be following her calling with Chispa. At home she is her husband's sidekick and together they are raising a God-fearing family in Atlanta.

Mia Guerra

Executive Editor at Chispa Magazine, Mia Guerra is a writer at heart. Regardless the topic, she loves to investigate, encourage, and ruminate on topics that can make us better people. Aiming to live a Proverbs 31 life, Mia is ecstatic to be following her calling with Chispa. At home she is her husband's sidekick and together they are raising a God-fearing family in Atlanta.