Environment issues

I was invited to submit my contribution to a book that is being launched today called “The Happy Healthy Home.” Tara, who contacted me said “We consider you to be an expert on the subject and would love to have you get involved.”

I have to admit it. I’m a bit of a closet ‘Homes under the hammer’ fan. And I can’t begin to tell you how much I’ve learned since tuning into this series on iPlayer.

As you know, we run a couple of woodburners here at Chez Green, and although I wouldn’t swap them for the world, they DO produce a lot of dust and dirt. Which is why I’m getting in the mood for a good spring clean.

One of the easiest ways to benefit from essential oils is by using an oil burner. But what if you want to use oils and DON’T have a burner? Or you don’t want to use one because you have young children around that could get hurt by a naked flame? Today I’m sharing seven ways to use essential oils in your home without the need for a specialised burner!

We’re airing our dirty laundry for this week’s Change the World Wednesday challenge! Most people have their favourite laundry products – usually determined by smell and how effective they are.

Many of us spend time safeguarding our homes from obvious dangers, such as trailing wires, faulty sockets and broken furniture, but there are many invisible dangers that are not obviously apparent. These include chemicals and gases that can be toxic, causing illness and even proving fatal. 

I don’t know about you, but when the weather starts to get better, it gets me thinking about home improvements. I’m not talking about spring cleans, painting and decorating, but making our home more energy efficient.

Want to get a good nights sleep? Here are four types of mattress to consider…