S P R I N G H O M E S P E C I A L F E AT U R E
THE 3 R’S
for DIY Around the Home BY SARAH GRIMM
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RE YOU PLANNING ON improving living areas or landscapes this spring? Well, don’t break the bank! Here our Waster Reduction Specialist from Lane County Public Works, Sarah Grimm, offers tips to save money, while also REDUCE pollution and environmental damage— which, also helps protect our children’s future health and wellbeing. Instead of buying a tool to complete just one task, borrow one from a friend or neighbor. This not only saves money, but reduces clutter in your garage and reduces pollution caused by buying a new item. Local rental companies have an amazing selection of tools, both large and small; consider this option for any tool or equipment you’ll only use once a year or less. Better yet, check out Toolbox Project at www.
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eugenetoolboxproject.org …a tool lending library with just about anything you might need, from basic pliers, hammers, shovels, and drill bits, to clamps, apple presses, string trimmers and lighting. Membership is easy and fees are on a sliding scale—everyone is welcome! For renovation projects that involve purchasing structures or supplies, consider the benefits of reuse. RE-USE can add special character and personality to a renovation—whether it’s a bookcase, fireplace mantle, tile, or material for a garden path. Good options include Habitat for Humanity’s ReStore, BRING Recycling, or local thrift stores. Also, Craigslist, The Freecycle Network, Next Door, and Facebook Marketplace all have buy, swap, trade, or free items to review before heading out to buy new.
O R E G O N F A M I LY . C O M
APRIL 2021
