This year we saw an increase in consumer demand for green home products. Here are some tips on how to give Carmel CA homes a green design.
- Choose a carpet for Carmel CA homes that is made from renewable or recycled materials. Some carpets are made out of corn sugar others are made out of recycled plastic bottles.
- Make your place cozy by painting the wall in warm earth tone like cocoa or cinnamon. Make sure that the paint you’ll be using is non-toxic and contains no or low amounts of volatile organic compounds.
- Employ the use of certified organic fibers for your window treatments or accent pillows. There is a wide variety of colors and available to suit your tastes.
- Consider using reclaimed wood when choosing your hardwood flooring to add a touch of antique natural beauty.
- Match the countertops in your kitchen and bathroom to create a cohesive look. Use those made from recycled glass, ceramic or sustainable bamboo.
- Give new life to your vintage pieces by pairing them with fresh accessories. Give an old armchair a new look by adding an accent pillow or reupholstering it.
- Install dimmable compact fluorescent light bulbs rather than standard incandescent bulbs. Fluorescent bulbs consume 75% less electricity and last 10 times longer than incandescent bulbs.
- Give your bathroom a fresh look by using a nylon shower curtain, which is one of the more eco-friendly materials available.
- When choosing for new faucets to use in Carmel CA homes, look for fixtures with the WaterSense label. It can save you an average of 500 gallons of water each year.
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Decorate your bedroom with new eco-friendly bedding set. Duvets, shams and linens are available in organic materials and recycled yarn.
