A Few Notes from FBRP

I just wanted to add a few things about the green movement. In most circles, it is thought of as a good thing. But there is occasionally a negative connotation brought about sometimes regarding the green movement, mainly by people who do not understand it. Being green is not dismissing reality and business quotas. The way the green movement will work is by being integrated into society, so we need those business to accommodate new and sometimes different ideas. We can all do little simple things to change the way we consume: turn the lights off, buy food from local sources, recycle as much as you can. But there are other ways you can use less and get something back. Buy products from manufacturers that use sustainable products, write your local representatives about recycling and re-using community groups in your area. A lot of people in the green movement talk a big game, but do they really come through? Its the action that makes a difference. So write someone, tell a friend, just get involved any way that you can. Because any help we can give the Earth is good help. Just don't be a by-stander. Get involved, speak out, be honest. Good values create good people and good people create a good world. Live the cycle.

A Little Info About Rugs for Your Home Decor

If you are considering buying a natural fiber rug, you will a wide array of materials to choose from. Rugs made from natural fiber like wool, cotton, jute, bamboo, sisal, seagrass and hemp are of higher quality and longer lasting than synthetic fiber rugs. No doubt, they are also more expensive, but if you want to buy an area rug that you pass on as an heirloom, then natural fiber rug is the right choice to make. Let’s look at some of the most common types of natural fiber area rugs:

Wool:

Wool has always been the most popular material used in making area rugs. This is because it is resilient, durable and of high quality. Wool rugs are also dust resistant, mite resistant, stain resistant, water resistant, fire resistant as well as fade resistant. Wool area rugs are a great choice for any room in your house.

Sisal:

While wool is the most popular animal fiber used in rug making, sisal is the most common plant fiber used. Fibers from the plant Agave Sisalana, native of Central America are also very durable and flexible and a popular choice of rug making material. Sisal area rugs are static resistant as well as fire resistant. They are also easy to clean and maintain. Since, they are also highly sound absorbent, they are very popularly used in apartments.

Jute:

Jute is a plant that grows in India and China. While the fibers of jute make very durable rugs, they also tend to be a bit coarse. They are also not spill resistant and have to be kept away from exposure to liquids. However, they are highly durable and are perfect for places with high foot traffic.

Seagrass:

Seagrass area rugs will give your room a very natural and soothing look. Seagrass area rugs are very popular because they are water resistant, but at the same time, they are highly prone to fading in the sunlight. Keep your seagrass rug away from sunlight to make it last longer.

Bamboo:

Bamboo rugs are very popular as they are amongst the least expensive rugs. Bamboo is both strong and durable and is very commonly used in items of home décor. It is also easy to maintain and is light weight.

Cotton:

Cotton is also a great material for rug making as it is sturdy and takes very well to dyes, helping make them even more attractive. But, an all-cotton area rug is likely to get wear out very quickly. It is highly recommended that you chose a cotton and wool blend area rug.

Hemp:

Hemp is also an extremely strong and versatile material for rugs. It has traditionally been used in a number of items that are usually made from fabric. It will wear color very well and look highly attractive.

A list of 10 Green Tweets You Should Follow

Here is a link to an article on Mother Nature Network, with a really cool list of 10 green twitter accounts that are interesting and pretty cool to follow on Twitter.


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Hope all is well!

Explaining Cape and Trade

I came across this video on Digg and I think it would be very useful for the average joe to check out. Things are always better explained slowly.

CLICK HERE FOR THE VIDEO ON CAP AND TRADE


Hope all is well, and keep staying green!

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Hello one and all,

This site is maintained by the Green Life Resource Center and will be updated everyday with news, information, lists, and other ways for people to become involved in sustainable resources. There are many national and international organization to become involved with, but change also happens on the local scale. Plant a tree, give away old clothes, take in your re-cycling…there are many, many ways we do do our part, right in our own back yard. So please be inquisitive, don’t be afraid to ask questions, and do your part so we can all enjoy this wonderful planet of ours.

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