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Even if you don’t have an energy efficient washing machine there are things you can do to help reduce the impact washing your clothes has on the environment. While Energy Star-rated washing machines are the best choice, they can be pricey and aren’t affordable for everyone. The tips below will help you use less electricity, improve water flow and reduce heat loss, no matter what kind of washing machine you have. (more…)

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As the season takes a turn for the worst and the cold sets in blankets, scarves, gloves, fireplaces and whatever else can keep you warm start getting used. Boilers, however, are super essential, since nobody can do without hot water in the winter. Perhaps your family has grown bigger and your demand for hot water has increased, or your current boiler has gone through significant wear and tear. Whatever the reason, you may need to purchase a new boiler. (more…)

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With the many different heating solutions available in homes nowadays, to have any one featuring notably more often than others is a sign that you’re on to a good product. Oil filled radiators are exactly that – a very good product category that fits its function beautifully, while factoring in safety concerns. No risk of fire, no dry air, no refilling, and definitely a lower electric bill at the end of the grueling winter month. If you’re still not sold here’s a little more about oil filled radiators. (more…)

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As every household around the country figures out how to best keep warm this winter, people are going through several different heating systems. The fan heater, as uninventive as it may be next to some of its fancy competition, is still one of the best heaters. The rate with which they disperse heat is quick, they are quite ideal for heating up large spaces and they take up no room in your house, unlike other heating systems. (more…)

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Combination boilers – combi boilers for short – account for more than 50 per cent of all boiler sales here in the UK and for good reason. They are more space efficient than conventional boilers, and more energy efficient, too. This means that, in the long run, the impact your boiler has on the environment is greatly reduced, not to mention the reduction of impact on your wallet too. Why the excitement about combi boilers? Read on. (more…)

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The world has finally acknowledged we need to try repair the damage we’ve caused to our planet, as well as be more efficient in how we consume goods and energy. One area where green technology is big business is in the lighting field, with many people abandoning older light bulb designs for more energy-efficient halogen lights. But what are the most energy efficient light bulbs out there, and how well do halogen lights fare? (more…)

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Induction hobs are becoming serious contenders in the kitchen space as they offer some definite advantages over the more traditional gas hob. Induction cooking is a great way to green your kitchen as an induction hob uses up to 90 per cent of the energy it produces, compared to a scant usage of 50 per cent by gas hobs. Here are some good reasons to opt for induction cooking that may persuade even the most ardent gas purist. (more…)

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Anyone who’s been through the task of cleaning an oven must love the idea of an oven that does it all for you. On second thoughts, though, it does all sound a little too good to be true. If you’re wondering whether these self-cleaning appliances are a way to revolutionise your time in the kitchen, or are simply a waste of time and money, read on to answer the question ‘Do self-cleaning ovens work?’ (more…)

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Energy Star is a labelling system that was set up by the US government to help consumers choose products that work efficiently, lowering greenhouse gas emissions worldwide. Products you can find with an Energy Star rating include household appliances, electronic goods, lighting and lighting equipment, building products, and just about anything else you could think of. (more…)

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Every family needs something different when it comes to choosing a washing machine. To help you decide on the best washing machine for you, we’ve compiled a guide to washers by one of the biggest and best known appliance manufacturers out there: LG. Whether you have a very big family, a member of your family suffers from allergies, or you’re concerned about the environment – or all of the above – there’s an LG washing machine out there for you. (more…)