7 Ways to Make Your Apartment Eco-Friendly

Shahbaz Ahmed Monday, February 14, 2022 Content Leave a comment

It seems like the last few years have made the entire planet much more environmentally aware.

Countries big and small are slowly starting to implement measures against pollution, such as the anti-smog measures of the Thailand Environmental Board. Businesses are starting to use more eco plastics in their products, with even luxury goods now being made from recycled or biodegradable materials. And consumers are increasingly giving preference to eco-friendly products, including plastic-free straws and energy-efficient heating logs.

Want to play your part by making your home more eco friendly? Follow these 8 simple tips to get started!

Switch to LED Lighting

If you haven’t already, replace your old halogen or compact-fluorescent (CFL) bulbs with modern, super-efficient LED lights.

They can consume up to 12 times less energy while providing the same amount of lighting. They also can last up to 5 times as long as classic lightbulbs. And they currently cost just a little bit more than the regular options, so there’s really no reason not to upgrade.

Use Natural Cleaning Products Whenever Possible

Cleaning products are notorious for being packed full of nasty chemicals that can negatively impact your health and the health of the environment. But did you know that there are lots of natural cleaners that you can actually make at home yourself?

The easiest natural cleaner to make at home is a combination of ash and water. Simply add water to ash until you achieve a toothpaste-like consistency. You can also purchase natural cleaning products online if you don’t have time to make your own.

Wash Your Clothes on the Coldest Setting

Washing machines can be very energy efficient, but only if you use them right. If you use them wrong, they will negatively impact your electricity bills, costing you money and warming the environment.

Here’s a thing most people don’t know about washing machines: raising the water temperature doesn’t make your clothing any cleaner. Unless you’re dealing with very hard to clean stains (such as blood or wine), you can get your clothes just as clean by washing at the 30°C washing setting.

Buy Recycled Products Whenever Possible

Switching up your shopping habits is an important step in making your life more eco-friendly.

Looking to make home renovations? Why not use quality second-hand furniture or furniture made from recycled materials? Everyday household items—such as kitchen rolls, paper towels, or toilet paper—can also be made from recycled materials.

Compost Your Food Waste

Food waste might seem harmless, but it is anything but so. If you throw it in the trash, it will end up in a landfill. There, it will start to decompose and produce large quantities of methane, a gas that is several times more harmful to the environment than carbon dioxide.

The easiest way to avoid this is to start composting. By simply placing food peelings and other types of food waste in a compost bin, you will be able to dispose of your waste sustainably. As an added bonus, you’ll get free, 100% natural fertiliser to use on your plants.

Start Growing Your Own Herbs or Vegetables

If you live in a small town and have a yard, there’s absolutely no reason for you not to have a small garden. Not only will your own food taste better than the store-bought variety, but you will get to save both money and the environment.

But even if you live in a large city, you can still make a difference. Did you know that it’s extremely easy to grow herbs in your kitchen? All you need is a little bit of space on your windowsill and a little bit of soil.

Save Water Whenever Possible

Making a conscious effort to waste less water is one of the most important steps in making your life more eco-friendly. So take showers instead of baths. Don’t leave the tap running while brushing your teeth. And use less water when washing dishes.

It may not seem like a lot, but these simple steps can make a tremendous difference.