One of the most effective ways to update your home is to replace dated, worn-out flooring. It’s now easier than ever to install new flooring yourself, thanks in part to plastics. Installing plastic-composite laminate flooring and the newer luxury vinyl tiles and planks — all of which resemble wood, tile, marble and other traditional materials…
Read More…
Home › Special Features › Archives
By: Rob White, Director of Marketing, West County Gardener “Gardening with a purpose” is taking root across the country as more and more homeowners are trying to “go green” by growing their own food, creating urban gardens and planting to help conserve the natural beauty of their yards, neighborhoods and communities. Gardeners have always been…
Read More…Replacing old flooring is a great way to update the look of a room — and there are plenty of options for homeowners. Luxury vinyl tile, luxury vinyl planks, and plastic-composite laminate flooring are great choices because they’re fast to install, chic, easy on the feet, and affordable. The Pros of Plastic Flooring: Installation With…
Read More…By: Lauren Fix, The Car Coach® The buzz at the 2010 Los Angeles Auto Show was electric—electric vehicles, that is. For several years automakers have been all about fuel efficiency, and this year they have really stepped it up. Whether it’s a family vehicle poised to make its mass-market debut (Chevy Volt) or an exciting…
Read More…By: Maria Brous, Director of Media and Community Relations for Publix Super Markets, Inc. As an environmentally conscious consumer, it’s important to feel good about where you shop. At Publix, we are committed to the responsible use of our environmental resources and to providing opportunities for our customers to do their part. Our continued success…
Read More…Looking for an easy, quick way to freshen up a room? Adding or replacing decorative molding is a simple, DIY project — and it’s even easier today with innovative plastic moldings. Before you strap on your tool belt, here are tips on choosing the right moldings for your home. Consider style –- Choose molding that…
Read More…As a graduate student in the early 70’s I needed to work to pay the bills, so I channeled my enthusiasm for the environment, along with a little business sense, into starting my own company – Resource Recycling. What started as a simple recycling company grew quickly into a recycling consulting and publishing firm.
Read More…Not many high-end furniture companies start with a skateboard, but Loll Designs isn’t your typical furniture manufacturer. Established by the founders of TrueRide, a skateboard park building and design company, Loll Designs was established when TrueRide founders wanted to create a sustainable alternative to landfilling their construction waste.
Read More…MATT & NAT is leading the way in eco-fashion with its line of fashionable purses and accessories that use fabric made from recycled plastic bottles. They are proud to point out that every product they make contains at least one recycled element and the linings of their bags are made, on average, from 21 recycled…
Read More…At Keep America Beautiful our main goals are to educate individuals, companies and government about the importance of litter prevention, waste reduction and recycling, and to support beautification and community greening projects.
Read More…It’s no secret Californians love to recycle – for example, in 2009, we recycled 17.2 billion empty beverage containers, more than 30 million waste tires, and 200 million pounds of used electronics. However, there’s still room for improvement. With more than 9,950 public schools across California, additional students in private schools, and all the teachers, staff and administration employed by schools, it is safe to say that one out of six Californians is at school each day!
Read More…For years, consumers have been told to remove the caps on plastic bottles and containers before recycling. That is now changing at the recommendation of the plastics recycling industry itself. The Association of Postconsumer Plastic Recyclers (APR)’s Executive Director, Steve Alexander, explains. The plastics recycling industry is now recommending that consumers replace caps and lids…
Read More…How much do you know about recycling? Recycling plastic bottles and bags is one thing that everyone can do to help make a difference. Every plastic bottle and bag that you recycle can live a “second life” as another product such as carpeting, tote bags, furniture or even a stylish T-shirt. So is your Recycling…
Read More…November 15 is America Recycles Day! It’s the perfect time to celebrate not only recycling plastics and other materials, but also closing the ‘recycling loop’ by purchasing products made from recycled materials. More than 80 percent of Americans say they feel more “green” when they buy products for the home that are made from recycled…
Read More…Have questions about plastic recycling? The Association of Postconsumer Plastic Recyclers (APR) can help! APR is the voice of plastic recycling and they want you to have the most current, correct information available. Keefe Harrison, APR Director of Communications, answers some FAQs. Sometimes I hear that recycled plastics just don’t have strong markets in the…
Read More…What you need to know about recycling your plastics at home We’ve all been there. Standing in front of the recycling bin, staring at a plastic container and wondering: “Can I recycle this?” Plastics Make It PossibleSM has some answers to help you recycle more of the plastics that you use every day at home.…
Read More…Patty Moore talks a lot of trash. She’s been involved in recycling since 1983 when she got her start working at a recycling center in New Hampshire. She founded her own recycling consultancy in 1989, Moore Recycling Associates to help businesses, governments and communities handle waste management issues. Patty said she originally got involved in…
Read More…Plastics Make it PossibleSM recently spoke with Bob Lilienfeld, editor of the Use Less Stuff (ULS) Report, about ways we can reduce, reuse and recycle ever day of the year! Below are Bob’s top ten simple tips to help you use less stuff, recycle more, and even save a buck or two. Plan Ahead: One…
Read More…By John Viera, Director Sustainable Business Strategies, Ford Motor Company What consumer item do you think is recycled more than any other in the U.S.? Did you guess plastic soda bottles? Or maybe newspapers? You might be surprised to learn that the most recycled item in the U.S. is… cars! At Ford Motor Company, we’re…
Read More…LG Mobile Phones is one of the fastest growing mobile phone brands in North America and a leader in helping consumers “close the recycling loop.” Plastics Make it Possible SM recently talked to Jason Todd, Associate Manager, Experiential Team, Consumer Marketing for LG Electronics about how they are encouraging consumers to recycle more and buy…
Read More…Plastics Make it Possible participated in the FOOD & WINE Classic in Aspen to showcase how plastics provide innovative, superior solutions for food storage, cooking, wine enjoyment, entertaining and kitchen organization.
Read More…Ronnie Dickson, who has been an above the knee amputee for five years,has excelled in sports, specifically rock climbing. Ronnie is an active member of the Challenged Athletes Foundation and is looking forward to completing his prosthetic residency in Orlando, Florida. I believe that when facing anything in life, attitude is everything. From a young…
Read More…Americans are jumping on the beekeeping trend, aided by new types of plastic beehives. The Paris Opera House has had one for years. So has London’s famed food emporium, Fortnum and Mason. And since the White House recently added one to its South Lawn, Americans have jumped on the trend: installing bee hives at their…
Read More…Danny Lipford, DIY expert and TV personality, writes about the joys of composite wood decking. The beautiful summer weather means barbecues, grilling and outdoor fun. A great way to make your home an entertaining mecca for family and friends is to have a well-built deck. Besides adding to the atmosphere of your backyard, a deck…
Read More…Light weight plastic components are key to the success of hybrid cars.
Read More…
© 2010-2012 American Chemisty Council, Inc. All Right Reserved.
Join the Conversation