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2 March 2009, by Isabella
Adding window film saves energy and this year is most cost effective.
New Stimulus Bill Increases Federal Tax Credits for Energy Efficiency in 2009
CPFilms(R) Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Solutia Inc. (NYSE: SOA), and the world’s leading producer of professional window films for automotive, residential, and commercial markets, has announced that its Vista(R), LLumar(R) and Gila(R) energy-saving window films now qualify for up to $1500 in federal tax credits in 2009. As a result of the recently enacted American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, the existing tax credit was increased from $500 to $1500 for energy-saving window films during the 2009 calendar year, retroactive to January 1.
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Categories: Going Green, Home Improvement, News, Saving Money
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25 February 2009, by Isabella
It seems like LED lights are quickly taking over the lighting market these days. You see them in now in everything from flashlights to holiday bulbs. They can use as little as 15% as much energy as a standard incandescent bulb, so about 6 eco-friendly LED bulbs still use less energy than your standard bulb. They contain no mercury, no lead, and are run very cool.
Marktech LED Lighting Products has added the EnergyLED E26 LED light bulb to their line of LED lighting products. This energy efficient bulb uses just 4.6 watts to generate 160 lumens of light, a stark comparison to standard light bulbs. On average, LED light bulbs use up to 85% less electricity and last up to 50 times longer than current incandescent lamp offerings. This E26 based, UL approved family of LED light bulbs are currently available in three white color temperatures, 2800k warm white, 5200k full spectrum white, and 6000k cool white. Colored bulbs include red, green, blue and yellow.
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Categories: Going Green, Lighting, News, Saving Money
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24 February 2009, by Isabella
New today from Space Bag is an easier to access, three compartment, vacuum bag. To be released in the next few weeks at Target and WalMart (soon at other retailers) The price is about $13 US.
In a recent study, consumers were asked, “What is the biggest challenge to improving your home’s organization”? – The top two answers were: Lack of space in the home (43%), and Too much stuff (25%). The new Space Bag® 3 Pocket Organizer™ helps solve both problems. It’s especially effective for organizing and compressing items together like entire bedding sets – comforters, sheets, & pillows, or even seasonal decorations, crafts and collectibles.
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Categories: Houseware, News, Organization
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24 February 2009, by Isabella
There is nothing better than getting a good night’s sleep and a great mattress is key.
A healthy night’s sleep is more important than ever these days. As the leader in premium sleep, Tempur-Pedic®, recently named the most desired sleep brand in a Summer 2008 Gallup survey, unveiled today an exciting line of new products and consumer events.
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Categories: Bedroom, Home Improvement, News
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23 February 2009, by Isabella
SCHUMACHER TERRA, THE NEW BRAND FOR EARTH-FRIENDLY DECORATING, DEBUTS WITH THE BY NATURE COLLECTION
New Schumacher collection to support WaterAid America—An Industry First
In its on-going effort to bring environmentally responsible products to the design community, Schumacher is launching its Schumacher Terra™ brand of eco-friendly fabrics and wallcoverings. The products featured under the Schumacher Terra label include natural and renewable materials — linen, jute, bamboo and certified organic cotton — and meet authentic third-party certification, such as USDA certification and Oekotex standard 100, for environmentally and socially responsible processes, from field to finished product.
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Categories: Bedroom, Fabrics, Home Improvement, News, Safety, Walls, Windows
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