Winter Storm? Snow and Ice Removal Tips

Green Ways To Efficiently Clean After a Blizzard

Winter storm Jonas just hit the DC Metro area this past weekend.  For those that live in an apartment building or community, the entire apartment team works hard to clear off sidewalks and pathways for resident safety.  However, those that live in apartment communities still might need to clear of their cars if they park in open lots.

Below are a few tips for green, easy snow removal:

1) Skip the rock salt: Nothing is worse for the environment than rock salt which seeps into the roads and soil, damaging plans and ecosystems.  Instead, try natural ice melting products such as alfalfa meal and coffee grinds.

Green Car Care: Winter 2016 Edition

Simple, Eco-Friendly Tips To Clean and Care for a Vehicle

Living in an apartment building or community allows for many conveniences that individuals who live in a single family or town home do not experience.

During the winter, some people need to shovel out their sidewalks and driveways; but by living in an apartment community, the dedicated team members and maintenance staff does that task for the residents!  You save a lot of time and energy by being able to get to your car with ease.

If your apartment community has an outdoor parking lot, however; you might want to remember some green tips for maintaining, cleaning, and scraping the ice and frost from your car:

1) Natural Ways To Prevent Frost:

It is easy to prevent ice from forming on your car windows without harmful chemicals before a big winter storm hits.  If you know a snow storm is coming through your area, try to prevent ice and frost on your car by rubbing it with a salt-water soaked sponge or soft cloth the day or night prior.  Then, gently pat your car dry with a soft, clean cloth.  A vinegar mixture with water will also prevent frost from forming if applied in moderation to your vehicle.

Eco-Friendly Winter Care

Caring For Yourself In The Cold

The winter months are notorious for their bitterly cold temperatures and weather conditions that can be damaging on a person's physical health.  Not only are you more susceptible to illnesses during the cold because the weather weakens the immune system, but your skin can also show a change due to the harsh weather.  Read a few tips for green ways to improve your health during the winter:

1. Water, water everywhere: Especially during the winter, drinking water is very important for your overall health.  Even though it is cold, you can still become very dehydrated due to intense wind.  Invest in a durable water bottle and bring water with you.  This will also keep your skin hydrated and healthy.
2. Green skin care: Dry and flaky skin and hair?  You are not alone.  Instead of using products with a lot of chemicals, try to use natural products like aloe, olive oil, or baking soda to give your skin and hair the natural moisture it needs to thrive.

#2016Goals: Recycling Edition

What Are Some Recycling Facts?

Recycling is one of the easiest ways to live a green and eco-friendly life!

The knowledge of what happens to many of the products that become waste instead of recyclable materials might be the cause to recycle even more.  Read the following aluminum recycling facts and make some New Year resolutions about  recycling.

Aluminum Recycling Facts

• It takes only 60 days for a used aluminum can to be recycled, re-purposed, and back on a grocery store shelf.
• Any aluminum object, not just cans, can be recycled.  This includes: car parts, gutters, lawn furniture, etc.
• An aluminum can will still be in tact 500 years from now if it is thrown away or tossed on the ground instead of recycled.