The Better Home

You've heard of plastic pollution and how it is the biggest threat facing our oceans. But did you know that we're literally wearing plastic pollution on our sleeves?

Keeping indoor air quality fresh and clean is an important, much-ignored solution to improve our health, more so in the face of a virus that preys on weak respiratory systems.

As we rush to safe from coronavirus infection, are we inadvertently exposing ourselves to harmful chemicals contained in household cleaning products?

Washing machines account for a quarter of domestic wastewater. By using an eco-friendly detergent, the greywater can be reused for many household needs.

The very products that claim to clean and disinfect our homes could be damaging the health of our pets. Is your cleaner pet-safe?

A minimalist lifestyle with kids may seem like a contradiction in terms. But, with some effort and patience, it is possible, and wholly worth it.

Getting children involved in household tasks not only takes some of the load off your plate but also teaches them valuable life lessons on responsibility, gender equality and empathy.

We’re all at home these days which means we’re cooking more often and producing more kitchen waste. So, this is a great time to start composting.

Cloth face masks keep us safe from expulsion when others cough and sneeze. They're also more comfortable and help cut plastic trash in a big way.

It is important to teach kids about sustainable living from an early age and there's no better way to do it than with hands-on activities that keep them engaged and inspired.