Inspiration

Recycling 101

Difficulty: Beginner
Follow our simple steps to start your recycling program at home.

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DIY Recycling Center

Difficulty: BeginnerTime: 2-4 hours
Keep your recyclables organized with a DIY recycling station.

Circularity

Simple Insulation Solutions Improve the Way You Live Every Day

Pros and DIYers are looking for sustainable solutions to more positively impact the environment with the products they choose for their projects. The team at Owens Corning has chosen to leave the world a better place for the future by changing the way products are made. Accompanying this decision is an ongoing commitment to expanding …
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How to Compost

Difficulty: BeginnerTime: Over 1 Day
Composting is an essential part of organic gardening and an environmentally friendly way to reduce waste in landfills.

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DIY Compost Bin

Difficulty: IntermediateTime: Over 1 Day
Compost naturally breaks down yard waste and kitchen scraps into crumbly, nutrient-rich soil.

Circularity

Upcycle Your Home with a New Coat of Paint and the Perfect Tape

It’s amazing the difference that a new coat of paint can make, transforming your home from dull and drab to bright and beautiful. You may feel that refreshing your home with a new coat of paint is too big of a project for you to tackle yourself, but with the right tools, professional results are within …
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Circularity

Trex Decking and The Home Depot Are a Circularity Success Story

When we describe a circular economy, we think of a continuous cycle of waste that is converted for use in new products. This regenerative, waste-free model results in a profound reduction in the impact humans have on the environment. Every day, companies are seeking for opportunities to contribute to the circular economy. As the leading …
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Circularity

What Do We Mean by Circular Economy?

The Home Depot is working to help the industry change the way we think about materials. We believe that the circular economy is a model worthy of investment and commitment. A “circular economy” aims to ensure products and packaging never become trash. The foundational principles of this idea are found in nature, where nothing is …
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