The last place you want to be on a chilly morning is barefoot on your cold bathroom floor waiting for the icy shower to heat up. The last thing you want to think about while you're there is all the contaminants in the air. There are many ways to warm up the bath and make it a healthy place you look forward to luxuriating in as the weather turns cool.

According to the U.S. Department of Energy, heating and cooling account for 44 percent of the average home's total energy use. Replacing old and leaky windows with energy efficient models can bring a significant return on investment when you consider today's high energy prices. Saving energy is good for your wallet and the environment.

Not only is the price of just about everything going up, experts tell us that the planet is also heating up. However, there are simple steps you can take to lower your utility bills and reduce your carbon footprint at home without making drastic changes to your lifestyle.

Accessibility and safety are key issues for baby boomers looking forward to staying in their homes as they age. Increasingly, today's consumers are addressing these issues in two of the home's most-used and most accident-prone rooms - the kitchen and the bathroom.

Being indoors doesn't always guarantee protection from the sun's damaging effects. Here's how to make sure both you and your belongings will stay safe.

If you're not using the latest generation of energy-efficient bulbs in your kitchen, it's time for a lighting upgrade. Here are some ideas to get you started.

Here are some ideas on how to get maximum enjoyment out of your most popular family space.