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HOW TO... REDUCE & REUSE
EMBRACING A SUSTAINABLE LIFESTYLE DOESN’ T MEAN SACRIFICING STYLE OR COMFORT. SMALL CHANGES IN HOW WE LIVE CAN HAVE A SIGNIFICANT IMPACT ON BOTH THE PLANET AND OUR WALLETS. HERE’ S insideKENT’ S TOP TIPS TO REDUCE WASTE AND CREATIVELY REUSE ITEMS IN YOUR HOME WHILE MAINTAINING A BEAUTIFUL LIVING SPACE.
1. RETHINK YOUR SHOPPING HABITS The first step is buying less and buying better. Choose quality over quantity, opting for durable goods made from sustainable materials. Bring your own bags and containers when shopping to avoid single-use plastics.
2. REPURPOSE GLASS JARS & CONTAINERS Glass jars from pasta sauces, jams, or candles make excellent storage for dry goods, leftovers, or even as vases and plant pots. Remove labels and decorate them for a chic, cohesive look.
3. UPCYCLE FURNITURE AND DÉCOR Instead of buying new, refresh old furniture with a coat of paint, new handles, or reupholstering. Vintage finds add unique character to your space while saving items from landfill.
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