Maintenance
How to clean light switches
Cleaning light switches is not difficult, and is perfectly safe provided that you do it the right way.
How to clean light globes
Light globes, particularly those outside, can lose a significant amount of light output if not cleaned regularly.
Lighting maintenance
There's not a whole lot to maintaining lighting, but a little effort once in a while can make a pretty significant difference. Learn more about maintaining your lights, and how to recycle safely.
How to recycle fluorescent globes
Fluorescent globes contain mercury. Find out how to recycle them safely and avoid harmful pollution.
Will switching to different globes save you money?
Newer globe types may be cheaper to run, but they're also more expensive to buy. Is switching worth the effort?
Learn more about
Insulation & passive design
Effective insulation plays a starring role in how well a house is able to separate the climate inside from that outside - and is therefore a critical part of passive house design and climate control.
How to choose a bathroom vanity cabinet
How to choose a vanity that looks good, which contains adequate storage, and which has enough basins and bench space.
Recycled insulation materials
Recycling plays a big role in the way that lots of insulation materials are produced. Find out what sorts of insulation are made from recycled materials, and what sorts can easily be recycled themselves.