With global warming, water cycles will be disrupted. The recovery of rainwater is a possibility to reduce the risk of water shortage in the garden during summer heat waves. Find out without delay how to choose the capacity of your buried tank to recover rainwater, as part of the government measures to […]
Category: Housing, insulation and heating
Houses and dwellings have a significant impact on the environment, climate change and ecology. Optimizing or changing your habitat to make it more ecological is not a luxury but a necessity! A necessity which will become more and more pressing and which must, from today, be the object of interests and sustainable investments by all!
Green building, bioclimatic house, positive house or passive house, low consumption building (BBC), thermal comfort, ecological air conditioning, ecological lighting, gray energy of the building, sustainable construction and materials, heating and insulation, garden and vegetable patch, Water Management… Are some of the themes discussed here and on forums.
Forum of the house and the habitat
Choose a quality corner sofa so that it lasts over time
Choosing a corner sofa is not an easy task. Should you opt for a fixed, modular or convertible corner sofa? What upholstery, what coating to choose? If you also want a corner sofa that lasts over time, the matter becomes a little more complicated. But rest assured, here are 4 tips to guide you in choosing […]
Work for nature with retraining as a landscaper
Does the professional path you are currently on do not allow you to fully develop? Would you like to convert to a job where you could work outdoors and in harmony with nature? In this case, why not become a landscaper? It is an exciting and very […]
What is the price per m² for a new construction?
The construction of a new house often seems like the project of a lifetime. Before starting, however, several elements must be studied, such as the price per square meter. Simple and effective solutions make it possible to evaluate it with precision. The price per m²: what is it? Basically, the price per meter […]
Insulate to avoid energy loss in your home!
Didn't do your insulation work this summer? There is still time to take an interest in it to keep the heat inside your house this winter (and the freshness next summer). The opportunity also to make valuable savings on your energy bills, a significant argument in this period of strong increases […]
Choosing the right wooden garden furniture
You are currently looking for wooden garden furniture to embellish your terrace. However, if this type of furniture corresponds to your decorative desires, you must take into account other aspects such as its durability over time, the advantages and disadvantages that it can bring you, the budget that will be necessary and [ …]
Why choose an Italian shower?
Having become the star of decoration magazines, the Italian shower is currently very fashionable. Elegant, aesthetic and practical, the installation of an Italian shower provides multiple advantages and more security. It is the best alternative, especially for the elderly, people with reduced mobility or young children at home. […]
How to find a cheap professional moving company?
Are you planning to change region to explore new horizons? Good idea ! However, it is essential to organize all the logistics relating to the move. If you are not in the business, organizing your move may be more difficult than you thought. To avoid having to manage long days of stress, you […]
What are the different types of pool robots?
Cleaning the swimming pool is one of the tasks that we would like to do without, in order to have only the advantages of having a nice pool at home to bathe in when it is hot. However, the hygiene of the water and the swimming pool, as well as the comfort and health of bathers, depend on it. We […]
Green facade or green wall: interest, advantages and constraints
With the release of the second part of the 6th report of the IPCC last month, it is a new alert that scientists are raising concerning global warming. But how to fight on a personal scale against pollution and temperature increase, especially when you live in an urban environment? Today, we present to you the revegetation of facades, […]
Why and how to choose the right outdoor LED lighting?
Spring is coming bringing with it the desire to develop the exteriors of our homes!! In anticipation of summer evenings, this is an opportunity to review the lighting of gardens, terraces and balconies. But how to set up lighting that is both ecological and economical, while remaining efficient? The importance of having a plan Once your […]
All you need to know about insulation from the outside: specificities, advantages and disadvantages?
Today is the first day of winter 2021, an ideal date to talk about thermal insulation and thermal comfort. Indeed; following the recent sharp increases in energy prices, insulating your home is more than ever an effective solution for saving money and preserving the environment and resources. There are several solutions for this and […]
7 original ideas around LED strip lighting
Much more than a simple lighting solution, light plays a decisive role in interior decoration. There are many different solutions to bring light to your home. And among them, the LED strips offer you all the freedom to play with every corner of the house in order to sublimate its illumination. For that, […]
How do I choose my designer bedside lamp?
We do not fail to bet on a designer bedside lamp when you want to decorate your bedroom. This type of lamp has a multitude of practical as well as aesthetic utilities. It therefore deserves your full attention. To help you find the ideal designer bedside lamp, we bring you our advice and our […]
Tips for choosing the right pergola
One of the most popular garden equipment today is the pergola. Why deal with this subject at the end of the fall? Indeed, it is used outdoors to protect an area from the sun and heat. Nevertheless, during the winter, manufacturers and installers regularly offer promotional offers. This allows to […]
Tips for enclosing the outdoor space of your house
When you become the owner of a house with land, it is essential to consider the installation of a fence. Some real estate projects include them in the construction, but very often, they are work that is done separately. If you are in this situation you don't know how to choose the best fence for […]
Gas boiler, choosing the right model in 2021
The installation of a gas boiler is an interesting solution to benefit from a good level of homogeneous thermal comfort in all the rooms of the house. Among the different models available on the market, it can be difficult to choose. Here is more information about the gas boiler and recent innovations in the […]
Choose LED lighting for your bathroom or bedroom furniture
What types of lighting should you install on your bathroom or bedroom furniture? How to choose the lighting to install on your bathroom and bedroom furniture for an efficient and aesthetic result? In reality, it's all about style and taste. For these parts […]
Storage: why is storage an ecological solution?
In Europe, no less than 10 million tonnes of furniture are thrown away each year. In the context of a move or the development of its interior, the search for a more ecological solution is essential. Thanks to the collective awareness linked to the preservation of the planet, more and more owners are turning to […]
Floor plan and responsible eco-construction
What is a ground plan and what is it for? A responsible eco-construction building is particularly effective in terms of energy management. Its construction is known to generate as little pollution as possible, without compromising the comfort of residents or their health. A responsible eco-construction house is also part of […]
Wood heating: think about work and buying fuel wood during the summer
Do you want to install wood heating in your home or review your heating system? Summer is the ideal time to do this type of work. You can take advantage of the good weather to carry out the work inherent in the installation, renovation or maintenance of your heating in […]
Lille: real estate diagnostics for sale and rental
When selling or renting in Lille, the owner of a property is required to carry out certain diagnoses. These diagnoses are in the form of documents to be given to the prospective buyer or tenant. They inform him of the condition of the property and its characteristics. We take stock of the mandatory diagnostics for sale […]
Which ecological or low-consumption house to build or buy in 2021?
Since January 1, 2021, you must ensure that you comply with the new construction standards of the 2020 thermal regulations (RT2020). The objective of this approach is to make your building more respectful of the environment and more efficient in terms of energy. Here are some examples of ecological houses existing well before RT2020 and at […]
The workshop glass roof, top trend for 2021
The workshop glass roof is at the top of home decoration trends in 2021. What are the strengths of this decorative piece and how can you integrate it into your interior with style? The interior glass roof: trendy decorative piece and design Until now, the glass roof was used outside buildings to embellish facades. Its versatility […]
Green energy providers: compare for cheaper bills
Green energy has been booming in recent years. Consumers are gradually becoming aware of the negative impact of nuclear power on the environment and are increasingly turning to clean and renewable energies. A large number of electricity suppliers thus offer green energy offers with promises of cheaper bills. What […]