For the 2022 holiday season, going green doesn’t refer to that nasty Grinch, it means shopping green. Most all consumers seek added value from ecologically-friendly products, but this is especially true for Gen Z. Savvy shoppers don’t fall for green-washing and dedicated environmentalists do a quick eye-roll when brands advertise their “eco-friendly” line of burgers, … Read more
One of the most fulfilling but challenging experiences throughout life is being a homeowner. No matter how sound our engineering becomes, homes will still always naturally degrade over time. Weather, wear-and-tear, and faulty repairs will likely lead you to have to make some repairs of your own as a homeowner. As you approach these projects, … Read more
There’s little denying the fact that we’ve reached a point of climate crisis. Our society has to prepare for the reality of handling the challenges that will arise in our lives over the years to come. One of the immediate concerns you need to consider in this regard is the effect on your home. The … Read more
Here at Ambient, we’re often asked if we can buy bamboo from someone’s home or yard. The easy answer is no, but that doesn’t mean that the conversation ends there. Bamboo flooring is most often manufactured using moso bamboo – known for its size and strength. If you have bamboo growing in or around your house, … Read more
When you think of living a more sustainable lifestyle, often things like renewable energy or recycling may come to mind. But have you ever thought about greening your health and fitness routine? Making small changes to your fitness routine can have a huge impact on improving your health and the health of the environment. To … Read more
The best part of living a sustainable lifestyle is that there’s no single right way to do it. From reusing jars and composting to investing in sustainable fashion and renewable energy, there are dozens of sustainable practices that you can incorporate into your everyday life. Yet many people overlook the sustainability of the simple act … Read more
Earth Day 2022 has made an appearance, reminding us of the importance of the environment and taking care of our planet. As we bid farewell to the cold weather and embrace the sunshine, now is the perfect time to reevaluate and make improvements to our daily routine. A new season presents new conditions that factor … Read more
Late-season travel can be great for individuals and families looking to avoid crowds and higher prices. While it is certainly more enjoyable for some to get out and explore when the temperatures are warmer or more moderate, traveling when it is a bit cooler can offer you a new perspective. You may find that it … Read more
When deciding what to recycle and what must go to the landfill, you can’t help but start to wonder about the kitchen scraps. If you’ve ever felt weird about dumping out vegetable stems and leftovers, you’re not alone. Our ancestors survived by figuring out how to make the most of every possible resource and why … Read more
Last Updated: 9/13/21 At the Greener Living Blog, we love bamboo. We want to build homes with it, fill those holes with the coolest bamboo accessories, and even plant bamboo in the gardens. We love bamboo so much because we’ve done a lot of research about the numerous benefits of the bamboo plant, and we … Read more