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Alyson McNutt English

writes regularly about home improvement, decorating, and “green home” tips; her work has appeared in magazines like Pregnancy, Kiwi, and Parenting and on many websites, including BobVila.com and HGTV.com.

BY THIS AUTHOR

window covering rebates

Tax Credits for Energy-Efficient Window Coverings

Your energy-efficient window coverings may qualify for a federal tax credit if the manufacturer provides a valid certification statement. Read More

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Save Money Med $500
Effort Low 1 hr (file IRS Form 5695)
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Bulb lights illuminate a back patio

Outdoor Solar Lights

Outdoor solar lights are bright ideas for exterior illumination. Find out how these energy-saving lights work and the many types that can make your nights shine. Read More

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5 Bright Garden Lighting Ideas

How does your garden glow? Try out some of our garden lighting ideas, and you’ll be walking in sunshine … even after dark. Read More

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8 Dirty Secrets in Your Home

Steel yourself: We help you expose — and purge — your home’s dirtiest little secrets. Read More

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Solar Christmas lights in the Frontgate catalog

Solar Christmas Lights: Should You Make the Switch?

Solar Christmas lights don’t cost anything to operate, but the high purchase price might not add up to savings. Read More

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Effort Low 1 hr. (install)
Investment Low $30 (100-light string solar LED)
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Cheap Eco Friendly Bathroom Cleaning Green Your Bathroom

Green Clean Your Bathroom for Pennies

Green cleaners can be eco-friendly and kind to your wallet. Here are six ways to shine your bathroom for pennies. Read More

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Effort Low 15 min (mix own cleaner)
Investment Low most cleaners less than $5/ gal
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Bathroom Green Cleaning Environmental Bathroom Up-keep

Green Cleaning Makes Showers and Baths Shine

Try these green cleaning techniques and homemade products to shine up your shower and bath without irritating your skin and lungs. Read More

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Effort Low 1 hr
Investment Low less than $10 on cleaning supplies
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Eco Friendly Stove Top Cleaning Greens Stove Cleaning

Green Clean Stovetop and Oven: You’ve Already Got What It Takes

Green, homemade stovetop and oven cleaners are an effective and eco-friendly way to remove baked-on gunk. Read More

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Effort Low 1 hour
Investment Low $2 to $6 (baking soda, green cleaner)
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Eco Friendly Sink Cleaning Tips On Green Sink Cleaning

Green Clean Sinks and Drains: Shine ‘em Up and Clean ‘em Out

Homemade sink and drain cleaning solutions are effective way to green clean your sink and unclog your drain. Read More

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Effort Low 1 hour
Investment Low $4 to $10 (green cleaners, baking soda, vinegar)
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Green Clean Refrigerator Tips

Green Clean Your Refrigerator 3 Cool Ways

Green clean your refrigerator using homemade green cleaning solutions that effectively polish, deodorize, and clean without harmful chemicals. Read More

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Effort Low 10 minutes to make solutions, place baking soda in fridge
Investment Low $9 (natural dish liquid, baking soda, vinegar)
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