SUSTAINABLE LIVING

While unemployment hovers around 10% nationwide, much of the news relating to employment in general is quite depressing. But eco18 is here to show you that the employment news isn’t all bleak! In fact, many of the hottest jobs right…Read More

Wheatgrass is known for its nutritional benefits, but it also benefits the home – it’s pretty, adds a pop of color to your decor and brings the outside in. It’s popular to use in the springtime around Easter for decoration,…Read More

According to About.com, 18%-20% of the heat seeping out of your home escapes through your windows. Luckily, there’s a way to curb this loss without hiring a contractor or ordering entire new windows. Here is eco18’s guide to weatherproofing your…Read More

I remember just a few years ago when I would hear my friends talk about doing half-marathons and I would think to myself “why would you EVER do that,” as it certainly wasn’t my idea of fun. Now, I’ve never…Read More

You cannot hear this enough: Take care of your skin or it will come back to haunt you. How often do you hear men brag about their carefree regimen? How they wash their hair, body AND face with the same…Read More

As a kid, I was the girl who was throwing spa-party sleepovers where I made all of my friends bring over their favorite shower gels, lotions, face masks and other varying beauty products, so we could all try them. And…Read More

When my son was just a baby, I remember seeing a commercial for Clorox Anywhere Spray where the mom sprayed the cleaner on the tray of her child’s highchair while the child was sitting in it.  Obviously, the marketing message…Read More

Starting from the ground up is always a good place to begin. Laying flooring gives you an opportunity to lay the ground work for the rest of your home, as it lets you carve out the look and feel and…Read More

You may think of Farmers’ Markets as places to get fresh local, organic and sustainable foods and you would be right, but they are so much more. These markets exist all over the US; to find one near you visit…Read More

Frames are one of the most versatile items when it comes to decorating. Originally used to showcase art and photos, the current trend is to frame more unexpected items, sometimes with a utilitarian effect. These framed creations can be made…Read More