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Just the facts, please A comprehensive look at home improvement, being green and entertaining outdoors 21 Percent of homeowners who give their lawn and landscape maintenance practices a passing “green” grade Source: National Gardening Association 4 Percent increase in spending on home improvement last year Source: NPD Group 8.5 million Number of gas grills shipped in 2010, according to the Hearth, Patio and Barbecue Association 56 Percent of consumers who grill year-round Source: HPBA 3.5 Percentage growth in home improvement spending expected in 2010-15 84 Percent of Americans who turn off lights and appliances when not in use Source: Harris Poll 60 Percent of Americans who use power strips Source: Harris Poll 750,000 The number of cars whose carbon dioxide emissions would be offset if every customer of IKEA replaced one 60-watt bulb with an energy-saving bulb 40 Percent of consumers who have a movable grill system on a patio/deck with outdoor furniture and dining space Source: HPBA 71 Percent of shoppers who make it a point to buy from companies that support their values Source: Young & Rubicam 64 Percent of Americans who will invest in home renovation projects in 2011 Source: American Express |
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