Home & Garden Infographics

Saving Trees: Recycle Your Moving Boxes

Apr 11, 2012

Moving anytime soon? Just how many cardboard moving boxes do you think you will use? Depending on your accumulation of stuff, your answer will be “a lot,” “dozens” or “so many I can’t count.” The research team at MyMove.com crunched some numbers and discovered not only how many boxes you’re likely to use, but how many the entire population of 42 million Americans moving this year will use in 2012 alone.

The Riskiest Things Landscapers Do Every Day

Mar 23, 2012

This infographic highlights everyday dangers that landscapers face such as allergic reactions, cuts and amputations, machinery, pesticides, chemicals, sun, and high temperatures. Many of these risks are also present for those who do their own lawn care – which shows the importance of hiring qualified and insured landscaping and lawn care professionals to do these jobs for you.

DIY Wood Deck Inspection

Mar 23, 2012

Is your wood deck in danger of collapsing? Find out now by inspecting your deck properly. This helpful infographic from Ricks Custom Fencing and Decking highlights the steps of a DIY wood decking inspection.

Should You Rent or Buy?

Mar 20, 2012

To rent or to buy? That’s the big question for many families today. With the housing market in a dip, many people are hearing that it’s a good idea to purchase a house. However, it is a big decision and one that should not be taken lightly. ForRent.com helps weigh the pros and cons of renting versus buying.

The Psychology of Color

Jan 19, 2012

Color is not as simple as it seems. According to this infographic from CertaPro Painters of Louisville, it evokes emotion and triggers your senses. With this in mind, the infographic beautifully explores colors that should and should not be used in interior decorating, as well as why certain colors are used in advertising.

Deconstructing a Safe Room

Dec 29, 2011

Simply put, a safe room is a secure, reinforced, well-stocked room where individuals can go to avoid the risks and potential dangers that may arise in other parts of a home. But how do you create a safe room in your house? This infographic provides some ideas.

The 12 Most Common U.S. Grasses

Dec 20, 2011

This Infographic from grass-types.com provides a visual for the 12 most common grass types in the United States. It goes on to show how much water each type needs, what temperatures they survive in, what is their growing rate, mowing height, and price per pound.

Complete Guide to Energy Efficient Home Lighting

Dec 16, 2011

A very concise Infographic that provides information on energy efficient home lighting including an explanation of the different kinds of light bulbs as well as tips on how to use light bulbs with more efficiency. Lengthy but well worth the look!