Article: Communicate digitally whenever possible, and only print out items when you absolutely must. Talk to your coworkers and employer to change the way your office handles meetings and team projects so that you don't need to print out as much stuff. When you do use paper, recycle it or save it to reuse the other side of it. When you need to buy items for your office, check that they're made from recycled materials. This includes items like paper, folders, pencils, pens, desk supplies, and furniture. Buying recycled items can help save the Earth's resources. Try to use second-hand products or to share whenever possible. For example, don't buy a new stapler if there's a used one in the supply closet. Talk to your boss or human resources about getting recycling bins for the break room or copy room. Then, place your recyclable items in the bins so you create less trash. If your company doesn't want to pay for recycling, you might start a recycling team to help take items to the local recycling center. Working from home saves energy because you don't have to commute and you don't use your office space. Similarly, it can reduce the overhead of your company if you do it for the long-term. Talk to your boss about working from home to see if it's an option for you. Offer to use video calling to stay in touch with coworkers and to go into the office when you need to go to a meeting in person.
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Limit your use of paper. Choose office products that are made from recycled materials. Start an office recycling program. Ask your boss if you can work from home to use fewer resources.
Article: The foyer conveys the first impression of a home's interior. Center a traditional chandelier, contemporary pendant, or transitional close-to-ceiling fixture in your hallway to provide basic illumination and create a welcoming atmosphere. Make your artwork come to life and illuminate it with halogen light from track or adjustable recessed down-lighting. Mirrors also add a special decorative touch to a foyer. Not all foyers can accommodate a large chandelier, so make sure the size proportions are correct. Likewise, if you have a larger space, you'll need a larger fixture. If you'll be able to view the fixture from above, make sure to select a foyer chandelier or pendant that looks attractive from second story viewing. To prevent accidents, stairs should be lit from top to bottom with switches in both places. For safety in hallways, place lighting fixtures every 8 to 10 feet (2.4 to 3.0m). Tie in the fixtures you choose by matching your foyer chandelier or pendant with close-to-ceiling fixtures for hallways and smaller chain hung fixtures for stairways. Always mount a sconce above eye level (approximately 66" from the center of the fixture to the floor) so that the lamp source is not visible.
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Use lighting and decoration for a first impression. Make sure to size the decorative fixture to the space. Remember that stairways and halls must have good general lighting for safety. Use matching wall sconces to complement the hanging foyer fixture.
Article: The Sunday paper is the traditional go-to place for coupons, since it tends to have several coupon inserts. When you're just getting started, you might be happy with one copy, but true extreme couponing requires more than one copy of each coupon. Most extreme couponers need at least four copies of the newspaper, so to avoid purchasing so many papers, ask neighbors, friends, or family for their inserts if they will not use them. Another way to get extra inserts is to check coffee shops. People often leave newspapers there when they are finished reading them, and not many people take the coupon inserts. Don't be afraid to go dumpster diving for inserts. In some areas, stores recycle their unsold papers with inserts, so check recycling bins outside of places like Starbucks on Monday mornings. Sometimes the newspaper itself does not use all the inserts and throws away many copies. Serious couponers know that the newspaper office dumpster can be a goldmine on Sundays. Sites offer many manufacturer coupons that you can print out at home. You can choose which ones you want and only print the ones you will use. Some popular coupon sites include www.coupon.com, www.redplum.com, or www.smartsource.com. If there is a certain product you need a coupon for, try doing a Google image search for the product name plus the word coupon (for example, "toothbrush coupon") or a more specific search if you want a certain brand or type. You can also check manufacturer websites, sign up for emails from companies and manufacturers, and check retailer websites for current coupons. If you know you are definitely going to make use of a coupon, buying it for less than its face value can be a good way to save money. You can purchase copies of coupons at online at sites like The Coupon Clippers or eBay. You can buy single coupons or whole newspaper inserts. You can also check your local Craigslist or Freecycle website for people selling or giving away coupons. Be sure that if you do buy coupons from a stranger, you meet up with them in a public, well-lit place like a local grocery store or bank. Never give them your home address and never meet up after dark or in a secluded location. Many grocery stores are learning the value of offering small discounts on products and have begun to offer coupons in the store itself. Many stores have devices that give out in-store coupons in the aisles or next to product displays. Some stores also have their own coupon booklets. Some stores print out coupons on the back of or in addition to your receipt at check-out. In this case, of course, you'll have to use the coupons at your next visit.
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Subscribe to the Sunday newspaper. Look for printable coupons online. Purchase coupons. Check your grocery stores for store coupons.