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Countertop Intelligence

May 2, 2011

I became inspired to investigate countertop material choices when I read an article in New York Times entitled, “What’s Lurking in Your Countertop?” Unbeknownst to me and I am certain many of you, allegations have been made that granite countertops may emit levels of radon. Please don’t panic. I have granite counters in my home. I have done some research on alternative choices to granite and you will be amazed at some of the choices which are gorgeous and some are even Eco friendly. I have included a link to the article written in July 2008 so you can do…

Green, Green, Green, What Does it Mean?

March 11, 2010

Eco friendly, energy efficient, environmentally safe, green design, low impact, minimal footprint, natural materials, recycled, renewable resource, and sustainable are some of the many terms you read or hear about that describe the global green movement. The intention of the green design movement is to tread carefully on our earth by our everyday lifestyle practices and in our building procedures. There are so many certifications, classifications, labels and terms describing the many products and standards of green practices, it is difficult to navigate your way through it all. Here is a short list and descriptions according to the organizations listed…

Lovely Linen

March 1, 2010

Linen is a natural bast fiber which comes from the stalk of the flax plant. It grows well in moist climates. The majority of the flax plant is grown in Belgium and Ireland. Turning the flax plant into fibers is a labor intensive process which is why it tends to be an expensive textile. Prized for its elegance since ancient Egyptian times, linen is the world’s oldest natural fiber. The finest linen in the world…

Bamboozled? Become Enlightened About Bamboo

March 24, 2009

What do you know about bamboo? I have to admit, I barely knew anything about the plant and its many uses until recently. A panda bear munching on a stalk of bamboo, a 1960s Tiki room bar ala Trader Vic’s style or a pair of chopsticks are some of the images that came to mind when I thought of bamboo. Those images have been replaced with blankets, counter tops, diapers a.k.a. nappies, fabrics, flooring, pajamas, sheets and towels. In today’s world bamboo has many uses. The reason for its popularity is because it grows so quickly and has no negative…