Have you heard of “dark sky” outdoor light bulbs? This is a new way to keep your outdoor lights on without creating light pollution that can confuse migratory birds and sea turtles, who depend on the ... more

Millions of car seats for children are thrown away every year in the United States; they cannot be donated, due to safety recalls, wear and tear and laws that prevent them from being resold or reused.... more

Do you start your car and let it idle when it's freezing cold outside, to allow the engine to "warm up"? While there is some valid reasoning around doing this, especially during the coldest temps, you... more

If you must use disposable paper plates, go with the most boring, uncoated, unprinted kinds. Party plates that come in bright colors with shiny coatings are not compostable or recyclable and can be ex... more

If you love fragrances and want your perfumes to last longer, keep them out of the room where most of us display our bottles: the bathroom. Fragrances are susceptible to two things: light and temperat... more

The best way to make sure your clothes last as long as possible (and look their best) is to treat stains immediately so they don’t set. The best pre-treat product is natural dish soap, which can lift ... more

Activewear designed to wick away moisture can help avid runners stay cool when they're moving, but these garments can be very difficult to clean. Over time, synthetic fibers can harbor odor-causing ba... more

During the cold winter months, a steaming-hot shower may feel like the best thing to warm up. But it can actually create problems for your skin, because hot water strips away the natural oils that kee... more

Have you seen the viral hack where influencers take acetone (also known as nail polish remover) and pour it on Styrofoam, making it magically disappear? While it might appear to be a smart way to disp... more

If you're having a party for a large group of people and you rent glassware, dishes and flatware from a rental company, it may seem rude to send them back dirty, but it isn't. The reality is, even if ... more

When squirrels start overtaking your attic or get stuck in your house, one of the easiest ways to remedy the problem is to use a humane trap. The trap, which is typically baited with peanut butter, al... more

If you buy only one organic fruit or vegetable, make sure it's apples. Year after year, the nonprofit Environmental Working Group has listed apples as the No. 1 most contaminated produce. Eighty perce... more

When you’re shopping for flowers to make an arrangement, it’s always best to buy locally grown. But if you live in an area where there aren’t abundant flower farms, do the next best thing: Choose Cali... more