Paint Brands Compared (Cost per m2 per coat) Accurate 2022 – Which is the best value?
What is the best value paint in 2022? What is the best natural paint in 2022 If you have been wondering how you compare paint brands against each other there are a number of ways. Personally I think the best way to do this is to outline [...]
Guide to Vegan Paint 2023 – Ethical & Cruelty Free Wall Paint Advice
Guide to Vegan Paint - Ethical & Cruelty Free Wall Paint Advice Surely paints are Vegan already!? **UPDATED Dec 2023 Nope! A standard off the shelf paint may well have been tested on animals, especially when imported from the far East such as China where products sold there [As [...]
Natural Wallpaper – Why Sustainable And Eco-friendly Wallpaper Is A Better Choice For Your Home
Natural Wallpaper - Finally, an eco friendly and sustainable option! Eco friendly and sustainable wallpaper is finally a real option. We have been asking for this for years! Going green is more than just a marketing strategy. It is a movement aimed at protecting the earth, and for some, [...]
Check for mould, it’s far more of a hazard than you think. Indoor Air quality should be your priority!
What is Mould? Moulds are a form of fungus. There are many different types, and they can occur both indoors and outdoors, creating a degradation in indoor air quality. They spread by releasing spores into the air which are carried by wind and drafts. Mould spores are present in [...]
Upgrading to an Greener Home
Whether you want to enhance the energy efficiency of your home by making small, yet cost-effective, changes, or if you're about to embark on a home improvement project to make your house greener, either way, there are a couple of things you might want to look into before you start. [...]
Basic principles & goals of bioclimatic design for the eco & sustainable home
The terms “green building” or “bioclimatic design” refer to the design of buildings and facilities based on local climate, aimed at providing thermal and visual comfort with minimal consumption of conventional energy while utilising other sources of renewable energy. Bioclimatic design is very important and its correct application benefits both [...]
Upgrading to an Energy Efficient Home
The concept of energy efficiency has been around for quite a few decades now, but it has only recently caught momentum. With global warming and depletion of our natural resources, we have become acutely aware of an urgent need to repurpose our lifestyle to adopt a more sustainable mode of [...]
The Dangers of Chemical Exposure to the Painter and Decorator from Petrochemical House Paints
Introduction to chemical exposure for painters and decorators. Household paints are undoubtedly one of the most integral visual components of a building. A good combination of colour accents and nice, even coats can enhance the indoor outlook by a great degree during construction and renovation phases, which is why choosing [...]
Confused about the Eco-Friendly Terminology and Jargon?
Over time, the world has become increasingly more conscious of a need to protect and preserve the environment. People are more environment-conscious now than they have ever been before. With this awareness, several new words and phrases have made their way into the present-day vocabulary. Being familiar with these [...]
What is spray foam insulation for the home and is it worth it?
The importance of home insulation cannot be understated. Having your home insulated is a great way to increase the energy efficiency of the household, decrease the electricity bill, and basically create a comfortable living space for yourself. To make this investment a successful one, you need to know which [...]