packaging materials

  • All the ‘Single-Use’ Household Items You Should Be Re-Using

    All the ‘Single-Use’ Household Items You Should Be Re-Using

    Part of being an adult is feeling the constant need to replenish basic household supplies. One way to combat this loop is to be more mindful about recycling and re-purposing your stuff. But you can go one step further—there are many things we tend to treat as “single-use” that can, in fact, be used more…


  • Stop Throwing Styrofoam in the Trash (and Do This Instead)

    Stop Throwing Styrofoam in the Trash (and Do This Instead)

    Styrofoam remains a ubiquitous material for takeout containers, disposable coffee cups, and protective cushioning for fragile items during shipping. The material — called expanded polystyrene or EPS — keeps your food and beverages hot and your packages safe, but unfortunately, it’s pretty bad for the environment. It takes up a significant amount of space in…


  • How to Remove Duct Tape Residue

    How to Remove Duct Tape Residue

    Duct tape works miracles, but it often leaves behind a sticky reminder of its adhesive, regardless of where you’re using it. Most people try and fail to remove the remnants of duct tape, which can create an eyesore when its mostly removed — especially if you attempt to scrape a surface clean with some kind…