Greener patio aspirations?
Trex, the longtime maker of sustainable deck materials, has introduced a new line of hearty, eco-friendly outdoor furniture. The pieces are made from 90 percent post- consumer recycled content such as milk jugs and laundry detergent bottles. According to the company, just one Trex Adirondack chair contains the equivalent of 240 milk jugs. The new collection includes table, chairs, rocking chairs, porch swings and sofas, none of which rot, splinter or crack. Prices start at about $200 per piece. Details and dealer information at .
Nice and easy
Yala, the eco-chic fashion and housewares company, offers this insight for shopping for green linens.
Look for easy care: Many bamboo and silk linens are machine washable.
Choose your material:Bamboo bedding is soft and organic, and silk bedding breathes well to keep away body moisture for a cool, comfortable rest. Both are often greener than cotton, which tends to be heavily treated.Read more at .
Stack your deck in your favor
The Thompson’s Co. is conducting a Facebook contest in which five winners will get free products to transform their decks “from drab to fab.” Simply log on to and write an entry that explains, in 25 words or fewer, why your deck deserves a makeover. The prizes, worth $120 each, include one case of deck cleaner and one case of waterproofer. For more about Thompson’s Water Seal products, visit . This contest ends April by Elana Ashanti Jefferson
