Gwendolyn Bounds

Sales of man-made “bottle trees” are flourishing among homeowners wanting something more in the garden than a birdbath or gnome.

As large expanses of glass have become architecturally acceptable, new technology is making living in a fishbowl more practical.

As new types of light bulbs hit shelves, the industry faces a daunting task of re-educating consumers on how to buy them.

Scientists are working to pinpoint plant species, such as the peace lily, bamboo palm and devil’s ivy, that are particularly proficient at removing specific pollutants from indoor air.

More than half of U.S. dogs and cats overweight or obese. The main culprit: owners who routinely overfeed pets, don’t exercise them enough and are unaware of the severe, and costly, health problems caused by excess weight.

Consumers are scooping up ergonomic and low-maintenance gear to make snow-removal less painful. On their lists: the “Snow Joe,” the “Sno-Thro,” the “SnoBoss” and the “Sno Wovel.”

The weeks between Thanksgiving and Christmas give about 37,500 people the chance to suit up and ride along as temporary United Parcel Service driver helpers, a k a jumpers.

Once-dingy outposts for guys evolve into lavish spreads where even gals are allowed. But will men make space for the quilting table?

According to a new study, more than 95% of 5,000 consumer products committed at least one offense of “greenwashing,” a term used to describe unproven environmental claims.

The winner of a competition sponsored by the EPA was a dorm at UNC-Chapel Hill. Students took measures to help cut energy consumption by almost 36% and shave more than $250,000 off its bills.

If you’re thinking of buying a new mower, trimmer or garden tiller, it might be worth waiting. Yesterday, three congressional delegates from Vermont introduced legislation that, if passed, would offer consumers a 25% tax credit up to $1,000 toward the purchase of environmentally-friendly lawn, garde…

Harsh winter weather and frugal spending may have cast a pall on most retail sales, but the snowblower is proving recession-resistant.

Gwendolyn Bounds tests out electric and gas-powered snowblowers.

Despite the risks, radon has ranked pretty low on many homeowners’ action lists. But as homeowners and builders rush to make dwellings healthier on all fronts, radon is emerging as a hot button in both new construction and resales. Gwendolyn Bounds tracks her radon remediation.

Guinan’s, a combination deli, general store and pub on the east bank of the Hudson, held its last Irish Night on Thursday.