Is it better to keep older appliances/cars longer to cut down on waste or to buy new energy efficient ones?

I have a 2003 Honda Civic that is fuel efficient and runs well. However, newer cars get even better gas mileage. We also have older appliances in our home that still work reasonably well, but would it be better to purchase new energy efficient models?
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Is it possible to run electrical appliances from the telephone socket?

I’ve been puzzling over this and hope someone who’s knowlegable about telephone lines can shed some light. I would appreciate serious answers please. Please do not hesitate to be technical if you have to, thanks!

Is it true that the telephone sockets in our house can actually supply enough electrical Read more

does anyone know how to put a faux finish on stainless steel appliances?

we are getting a new house and it has stainless steel appliance. great! right? well my mother doesn’t think so. she hates the modern feel but she does like the fact that it’s easy to clean. i want to put a faux oil rubbed bronze finish on the appliances. they Read more

what are your opinions of IKEA kitchen cabinets and appliances?

we are planning to remodel our kitchen with Ikea cabinets and appliances and would love any advice and opinions on them, Thank you.
Also I would like to ask if anyone that has used them has children? Sometimes this can make a difference.

Is there a good cleaner for stainless steel appliances?

All the appliances in my kitchen are stainless steel, and I hate how they look becuase every time I wash them they are full of streaks. Is there a good cleaner made for stainless steel that won’t leave streaks?

Is stainless steel appliances worth all the finger prints?

I thought about getting the ”stainless look” appliances, but I worry about it rusting if It gets scratched or something. We just bought a new home and we are getting ALL new appliances as well as washer and dryer. Any tips on good brands and stainless steel vs stst look? Read more

Which household appliances and electronics use the most electricity?

I live in the New Haven area of Connecticut and our electric bills have absolutely skyrocketed in the past year. What are some good ways to conserve electricity on a daily basis? Which household electronics and appliances use the most electricity?
Which will cost more on the electric bill-
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Are new appliances better in term of saving energy?

My light bill just keeps growing no matter what I do. We have change the bulbs for the new "green" ones that are suppose to save you money every month. I keep my thermostad at 78 and not lower even sun is balzing hot outside… is there any benefit on Read more

How important is it that brand names of appliances match in a kitchen if they are the same color?

I have to buy a new frige and stove for my new house. There is already a stainless steel dishwasher in there. So I am getting a stainless frige and stove. The appliances will all be lined up along the same wall. Should I try to get the frige and Read more

When remodeling a kitchen, should you tile under the cabinets and appliances?

I am tearing out all of the cabinets and removing all of the appliances from the room regardless. I have seen people set the cabinets on the subfloor and tile up to them as well as tile underneath before setting the cabinets. Same with appliances. Which is the proper way, Read more

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