Apartment Living

  While range hoods have been in and out of style, the latest styles of range hoods have a sleek and modern feel to them. If you are considering installing a range hood in your kitchen, it is a fun and interesting way to renew your space while not performing major remodeling. Take a look […]

Looking for a neat way to make your apartment unique? A lot of people have key racks in their kitchens or by their doors for house, car, or mailbox keys. A really cool way to make your key rack look one of a kind is to simply put a cool looking picture frame around it! […]

  Want to have cool looking stainless steel rings but don’t want to spend the money?  Here is a nifty idea from a blog I found on DIY crafts. These are fork rings, made from old forks (or even spoons!) with cool handle designs. All you need is: the fork/spoon, a metal cutter, a file, […]

Container gardening is a fantastic option for those living in an apartment; especially those who do not have a yard. It can be fun to grow fresh herbs that you can use in cooking. Here are some terrific tips for getting started:Make sure containers have good drainage holes and that the containers are large enough […]

You generally don’t find many apartments with a garden, but if you are lucky enough to be one of the few who finds themselves in this situation, you’ll want to take full advantage. There are some great small yard gardening tips out there. Here are some basics:Make sure to spend a little time planning out […]

If you have some room to garden, you’ll need to think about what types of plants you want to have and how much time you are willing to spend on the area. Here are some gardening tips for your apartment yard: Flowers. If you choose to go with flowers, have a plan. Are you looking […]

When you are renting an apartment, you might want to consider the other rentals that are available to you. Whether you need temporary help, can’t afford to purchase outright or are just looking for the least amount of hassle, here are some apartment renting 101 tips to think about during your time as a tenant: […]

Living in an apartment doesn’t mean you can’t go green. There are many little things you can do that will result in energy savings and support the environment. Here are a few green living tips to get started if you aren’t doing them already… Starter Tips for Green Living In Your Household: Recycle. Find out what your apartment […]

Apartment energy savings can be huge when it comes to lighting. According to ENERGY STAR, if every home in the United States replaced an incandescent light bulb with an ENERGY STAR rated compact florescent bulb, enough energy would be conserved to light three million homes. Not only can you do your part to reduce the […]

The kitchen in your apartment is a place that can really benefit from a green mindset. Here you’ll find several appliances that can be big energy drains. There are some ways around this if you know a few easy tricks that can result in significant appliance energy savings. Dishwashers often have an "energy saver" cycle […]

One of the first steps in financing an apartment is saving money for the security deposit, application fee (if there is one) and the first month’s rent. Although the total cost of this can vary, if you are looking to get a place, these things will be necessary steps prior to beginning the hunt for […]

Let’s face it — we love our electronics! According to ENERGY STAR, the average home has approximately two televisions, three telephones, a VCR and a DVD player. When buying these products, look for the ENERGY STAR rating before you take it back to your apartment and plug it in. The same goes for battery charging […]

Since a good deal of our lives are spent sleeping, it makes sense to try and create a healthy environment in the bedroom. You can do this by using natural products as much as possible. When shopping, look for things such as organic sheets and curtains and rugs made from substances such as organic wool. […]

Natural gas energy savings aren’t only available to those who own a home. Knowing a few things about how to reduce this energy expense can be a benefit to anyone renting an apartment as well. Here are some terrific tips that are pretty easy to employ:Lower the thermostat setting when you are home and put […]

Many cleaning products contain toxic substances. Making an effort to use more environmentally friendly products can help reduce the negative impact on the earth and make your apartment a safer place as well. Using less toxic products can contribute to better indoor air quality, as well as help prevent harsh chemicals from entering the water […]