Storage for ‘green’ living

Are you looking for some simple, yet effective ways to increase your commitment to living “green”? When you start storing wisely you can save a lot of money and waste. And by looking into wonderful renewable materials like bamboo and recycled board you’ll be doing your bit to save the planet too.

No clutter, no waste

Clutter can be expensive. When you can’t see what’s on your inside your cupboards and boxes, it’s easy to presume you don’t have a certain item – or don’t have the time and energy to search for it- so you go out and buy another. One solution is stackable, visible, portable storage.

The first step is to purge your unwanted items to the recycling, charity or a garage sale. Then take all the important items that survive your cull and store them on shelves, ideally in clear or decorative stackable space savers. Group your objects together in some sort of category system like work or play, cooking, sports or hobbies. Not only will they stay in better condition, but you’ll save hours of frustration scrounging around for hidden papers, items and gadgets.

Breezy bill busters

With rising energy costs straining household budgets, cutting back on your clothes dryer use does wonders for the bank account and the environment. Natural drying extends the life of your clothes too. Invest in a foldaway drying system you can fix to a suitable wall.

Outside, the Wall Fix Clothes Line attaches to a courtyard wall or the side of the house to make the most of sun and breezes. The Combifix Wall Dryer squeezes into the tightest places, turning wasted corners into valuable drying space. Indoors or on rainy days, retractable lines like the Telegant fold down or the Ruckzuck Airer pulls out from the laundry or bathroom wall and can be pushed back away when not in use – you won’t even know they’re there.

Clever modern lines are easy to fold away, so you can still entertain and relax outdoors in the same area. There are also tall, small, low, slim or extendable freestanding airers that fit in shower recesses or on balconies. So switch off the power, let nature dry your clothes and reward yourself with the savings.

For more about our Wall Fix Clothes Line, watch our video presentation.

Bamboo – the new black, er, green

Make your “green” statement, from the kitchen sink to the home office, with bamboo and recycled board storage. They look amazing on display and are as durable as timber or plastic. Bamboo is a rapidly renewable resource that produces 30 per cent more oxygen than trees and regenerates itself without planting.

Bamboo kitchen caddies, shelving, shoe holders, stackable organisers, drawer sorters and even wine racks, really add warmth to your home. The Bamboo Boat Wardrobe and the Reisenthel Loop Hamper are great for bedrooms or spare rooms. Anything from the beautiful bamboo or Natura ranges make great gifts for eco-conscious friends.

For more about our bamboo range of products, watch our video presentation.