{"id":6842,"date":"2017-01-08T08:33:47","date_gmt":"2017-01-08T06:33:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.weetas.com\/article\/?p=6842"},"modified":"2017-01-08T12:15:13","modified_gmt":"2017-01-08T10:15:13","slug":"7-ways-convert-green-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.weetas.com\/article\/7-ways-convert-green-home\/","title":{"rendered":"7 simple ways to convert your home to a Green Home"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Although converting to a green home may seem difficult at first, it is a choice everyone should make. It requires you to be committed enough to<strong> let go of certain habits<\/strong> and make drastic lifestyle changes.<\/p>\n<p>We have become accustomed to a comfortable life that takes a toll on both the planet and our pockets. That is why going green has become a popular alternative lately that many are choosing to live by. It\u00a0gives the home and its residents the chance to <strong>live a happy, healthy, and eco-friendly life<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>What is a Green Home<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p>A green home is one that saves energy, waste, and building materials. Accordingly, it becomes a <strong>more sustainable, eco-friendly, and cost-efficient home<\/strong>. It also focuses on improving indoor air quality and using more\u00a0sustainable\u00a0or recycled material.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Why convert to a Green Home<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p>Before indulging in the methods that will give you a greener home, it is important to know why green is better.<\/p>\n<p>It will:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Create a\u00a0<em><strong>healthier home<\/strong>\u00a0<\/em>for you due to\u00a0toxin-free building material and natural ventilation<\/li>\n<li><em><strong>Save money<\/strong>\u00a0<\/em>because of reduced energy and water use\u00a0and is more durable than standard homes<\/li>\n<li><em><strong>Help the environment<\/strong>\u00a0<\/em>as it produces less waste and relies less on depleting natural resources<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em><strong>How to convert to a Green Home<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>1. Buy furniture made out of recycled material<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6946\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weetas.com\/article\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Buy-furniture-made-out-of-recycled-material-en.jpg\" alt=\"Buy-furniture-made-out-of-recycled-material-en\" width=\"600\" height=\"589\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weetas.com\/article\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Buy-furniture-made-out-of-recycled-material-en.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.weetas.com\/article\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Buy-furniture-made-out-of-recycled-material-en-300x295.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Contrary to popular belief, recycled material\u00a0furniture will not look old or smell weird. In fact, most times it results in a <strong>truly unique piece of furniture<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Check your local market or make your own item at home. Either way, buying recycled furniture means you are contributing to <strong>preserving natural resources<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>2. Replace light bulbs with energy efficient ones<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6950\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weetas.com\/article\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Replace-light-bulbs-with-energy-efficient-ones-en.jpg\" alt=\"Replace-light-bulbs-with-energy-efficient-ones-en\" width=\"600\" height=\"589\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weetas.com\/article\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Replace-light-bulbs-with-energy-efficient-ones-en.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.weetas.com\/article\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Replace-light-bulbs-with-energy-efficient-ones-en-300x295.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Energy-saving bulbs will cut down your energy consumption in the long run. Although LED and CFL will be costly at first, they are a smarter and greener choice. They <strong>last longer<\/strong> than traditional light\u00a0bulbs and are thus more <strong>cost-friendly<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>3. Use sustainable building material<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6952\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weetas.com\/article\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Use-sustainable-building-material-en.jpg\" alt=\"Use-sustainable-building-material-en\" width=\"600\" height=\"589\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weetas.com\/article\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Use-sustainable-building-material-en.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.weetas.com\/article\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Use-sustainable-building-material-en-300x295.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re building from scratch or simply renewing your home, recycled material is the way to go. Eco-friendly products such as\u00a0reclaimed lumber, recycled plastic, and recycled glass are readily available.<\/p>\n<p>You may also want to consider natural products such as\u00a0bamboo, cork, and\u00a0linoleum. In addition, insist that your contractor uses materials wisely and <strong>refrain from wasting<\/strong> them.<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>4. Install Solar Panels<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6948\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weetas.com\/article\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Install-Solar-Panels-en.jpg\" alt=\"Install-Solar-Panels-en\" width=\"600\" height=\"589\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weetas.com\/article\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Install-Solar-Panels-en.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.weetas.com\/article\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Install-Solar-Panels-en-300x295.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Solar panels are another upfront hefty cost that <strong>will pay back in the long run<\/strong>. Since solar energy is a clean and renewable source of energy, it will green up your home in no time. It is an investment worth making, as you will notice a drastic cut in your energy consumption.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>5. Smart and efficient landscaping<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6951\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weetas.com\/article\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Smart-and-efficient-landscaping-en.jpg\" alt=\"Smart-and-efficient-landscaping-en\" width=\"600\" height=\"589\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weetas.com\/article\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Smart-and-efficient-landscaping-en.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.weetas.com\/article\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Smart-and-efficient-landscaping-en-300x295.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Landscaping plays a crucial role in your heating and cooling usage. If possible, plant trees on the southern and western ends of your home.<\/p>\n<p>This <strong>will block sunlight during summer<\/strong> and keep your home cooler. It will also <strong>allow more sunlight in during winter<\/strong> when the trees lose their leaves.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>6. Don&#8217;t forget about proper insulation<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6947\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weetas.com\/article\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Dont-forget-about-proper-insulation-en.jpg\" alt=\"Don't-forget-about-proper-insulation-en\" width=\"600\" height=\"589\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weetas.com\/article\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Dont-forget-about-proper-insulation-en.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.weetas.com\/article\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Dont-forget-about-proper-insulation-en-300x295.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>About <strong>50% of your energy consumption goes to home heating and cooling<\/strong>. Air leaks around windows and doors result in heating and cooling waste. Insulate any and all cavities you may find to <strong>reduce energy consumption<\/strong> and <strong>lower your electricity bill<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>7. Recycle, recycle, recycle<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6949\" src=\"https:\/\/www.weetas.com\/article\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Recycle-recycle-recycle-en.jpg\" alt=\"Recycle,-recycle,-recycle-en\" width=\"600\" height=\"589\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.weetas.com\/article\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Recycle-recycle-recycle-en.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.weetas.com\/article\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/12\/Recycle-recycle-recycle-en-300x295.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>This is not limited to recycling waste in your home. It also means you should <strong>reuse old materials<\/strong> when possible rather than buy new ones.<\/p>\n<p>Remember to recycle glass, aluminum, tile, lumber and plastic as they can be used in green home building.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Tips to remember during the process<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p>Green living is constantly changing and upgrading. Technological and scientific breakthroughs enable us to learn more about leaving a smaller footprint on the planet.<\/p>\n<p>So here are a few tips to keep in mind as you convert to a greener home:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Always remember to <strong><em>educate yourself<\/em><\/strong> on the latest green living techniques<\/li>\n<li>Don&#8217;t worry about large upfront payments, <strong><em>every green decision pays back<\/em><\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Almost every product has a greener alternative, so <strong><em>do your research beforehand<\/em><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Although converting to a green home may seem difficult at first, it is a choice everyone should make. It requires you to be committed enough to let go of certain habits and make drastic lifestyle changes. We have become accustomed to a comfortable life that takes a toll on both the planet and our pockets. 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