find other DIY ideas in the greener DIY article. Give new life to your old furniture If there is still life in your old furniture, or electrical appliances, you can find them a new home using a local service like Freecycle or Freegle. You might also find something to replace it at the same time. You can also give your furniture a new lease of life by recovering, repainting or reusing it in another room. If you are going to buy new furniture, check that the wood used comes from sustainable sources, or is made from recycled wood. For more information on furniture, and on wood labels read the articles on greener furniture and fittings and wood labels. Love food Each month the average family throws away 50 of good food that was bought but not eaten. To avoid food waste you can: lan your menus for the week only cook as much as you need find out how to cook and store food so it can be reused if you cook too much learn how to compost as much as you can The Love Food Hate Waste website has many useful recipes for leftovers, and guides to portion sizes. There are also cooking and storage tips, and other ideas for reducing your food waste. You can also make the most of the fresh fruit and vegetables in season. Seasonal food uses less energy and resources to produce, so you'll be helping the environment too. To find out what's in