Eco
Latest Updates
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Electric car charging at home: Everything you need to know
If you're thinking of investing in an electric car, here's what you really need to know about charging it at home
By Laura Crombie •
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9 affordable, sustainable prefab homes you can buy in 2021
These eco-friendly prefab homes offer flexible living that is easy on the planet...and your wallet
By Ann Loynd Burton •
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The best sustainable and green building materials: What to use and what to avoid for an eco-friendly home
A list of the best, and worst, building materials to use to protect the earth.
By Carol J. Alexander •
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This Wayfair shopping filter makes it easier than ever to shop sustainably
Shop your ethics with Wayfair's sustainability filter the next time you're shopping for a sofa or new dining set
By Jaclyn Turner •
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8 sustainable cleaning tools you need for an eco spring clean
The Real Homes guide on the best sustainable cleaning tools to buy for your home in 2021. Made from bamboo instead of plastic...
By Annie Collyer •
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Sodastream Spirit review – it's the best ever eco purchase I've made
We put the Sodastream Spirit to the test – is it worth the money, and a spot on your kitchen counter?
By Annie Collyer •
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Christmas recycling: the dos and don'ts of disposing of your rubbish after Christmas
These Christmas recycling tips will help you sort through all your winter holiday rubbish correctly
By Anna Cottrell •
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16 tips for an eco-friendly Christmas
Have yourself an eco-friendly Christmas – follow our simple tips on everything from buying presents to reducing food waste during the festive period
By Anna Cottrell •
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Green Homes Grant extended until 2022
Home owners will be delighted to know that the Green Homes Grant deadline has been pushed back by a whole year, giving everyone plenty of time to benefit from the government initiative
By Anna Cottrell •
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These are our favourite recyclable Christmas wrapping paper designs this festive season
Swap regular Christmas wrapping paper with these gorgeous, fully recyclable designs; pretty and kind to the planet
By Anna Cottrell •
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The best sustainable furniture brands: top 5 destinations for eco-friendly buys
These are the top sustainable furniture brands we love to shop with; warning: some seriously good-looking furniture lies ahead
By Anna Cottrell •
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Moving? 5 sustainable living ideas for your new home
These ideas for sustainable living are easy to implement as part of your house move
By Anna Cottrell •
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Can an eco heating system save you money?
We explain the benefits of eco heating systems and how they can save you money. We look at solar heating, air source heat pumps and wood-fuelled heating systems
By Anna Cottrell •
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John Lewis remove glitter from single-use Christmas products – hurray for a plastic-free festive season!
John Lewis and Waitrose have removed glitter from all their Christmas cards, crackers, and even flowers and plants, and we couldn't be happier
By Anna Cottrell •
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How to cool down a room: 28 ways to stay cool indoors during a heatwave
Here are tons of ideas for how to cool down a room fast. If your home tends to overheat during summer, these tips are for you...
By Hebe Hatton •
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Solar panels: the essential guide
Solar panels are the future – here's what you need to know before installing yours
By Anna Cottrell •
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Tesco tests an eco-friendly packaging scheme – and it’s on all our regular buys
A new eco-friendly service from the supermarket lets you put out your empties so they can be re-used
By Sarah Warwick •
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Best green energy suppliers: top 6 sustainable providers
Find the best green energy supplier for your home with our in-depth guide
By Anna Cottrell •
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Energy saving ideas: 18 ways to make an old home more energy efficient
Looking for energy saving ideas? Cut down your energy bills with these simple solutions for old properties
By Melanie Griffiths •
