For those lights you can't eliminate, consider using compact fluorescent bulbs. By replacing each incandescent light bulbs with compact fluorescent one, you reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 500 pounds per year. A compact fluorescent has the added benefit of lasting 7,500 to 10,000 hours versus only 750-1,000 hours for an incandescent bulb. Home carpeting is made almost exclusively of petroleum products. Tile, brick, stone or wood are permanent alternatives.
Natural linoleum is biodegradable.
Traditional mattresses are made of synthetic petroleum products, which can also emit sleepdisrupting chemicals. Futons, made from cotton or wool, require less energy to produce and will break down. For the same reasons, consider buying sheets and blankets made of all natural materials. Wool blankets and cotton quilts offer plenty of warmth. Again, try to think about all steps involved in bringing the product to the store shelf materials, manufacturing processes, transportation and recycleability.