This and That

Miscellaneous tidbits picked up from Natural Home Magazine:

• You can use a garden hose to spray tung oil or linseed oil on a wood fence to keep it fresh.
• In the United States, coal-generated electricity produces more carbon dioxide emissions than the entire transportation sector.
• Demand for photovoltaics in the U.S. has grown by 30% every year for the past decade.
• Ceiling fans can save up to 40% on summer energy bills and up to 10% in winter.
• To get oily stains off from a painted wall mix a paste of 1/4 cup baking soda and 1-2 tbsps of water. Pat onto the stain with a damp sponge. Let dry and brush off with a soft cloth. Wash wall as usual.
• Whether you have air conditioning or not, grow native plants on the east and west sides of your house to block the sun and keep it cool.
• Put a milk jug full of water or pebbles in your toilet tank to save water with each flush.

Little bits of information can make our life easier and more earth friendly. Look for more This and That as I gather small helpful hints in my random reading. I’ll share them with you!