Individuals Advice and inspiration

Ecomaison shares its tips and tricks

Sorting, knowing which objects to donate, finding out where to get them repaired or where to drop off unwanted items...
These are reflexes to acquire, which can also be a source of satisfaction:


You're making space in your home, reducing the impact of your objects on the environment, and showing solidarity. At Ecomaison, we're committed to simplifying these new habits for you. Find all our inspiring tips and tricks here. Together, we're aiming for zero waste.

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    The warm weather is here: pamper your outdoors!

    To make the most of summer, what could be better than a beautiful, clean exterior? Sunny lunches, naps in the open air, long afternoons by the pool... summer promises to be a great time. Whether you're redesigning your garden or freshening up your terrace, there are some simple, practical tips for reusing what you already have!

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  • Collection Recycling Reuse

    With the Académie de Versailles and Ecomaison, students get in on the act!

    From November 20, 2023 to January 22, 2024, Ecomaison and the Académie de Versailles organized the second edition of their Collecte Solidaire de Jouets in the Académie's primary and elementary schools, with, for the first time, the participation of nursery schools.In total, nearly 40,000 pupils were involved and 11 tons of toys and games were collected.

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  • Reuse Practical life

    Your (grown) child is leaving home! Prepare for the move with peace of mind

    Is your child taking off and leaving the family nest? Why not take the opportunity to sort out their room together, while preparing for their move into their new home? Moving house is always an exciting time. But it's also a major stress factor if you don't prepare for it.

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  • Practical life

    A garden ready for spring

    With the first rays of spring sunshine showing their face, it's the perfect time to get your garden ready! But before you start planting new flowers or preparing your vegetable garden, why not take advantage of this period to sort out your garden?

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    Give your board games a second life!

    The darling of rainy days and a source of good times with friends and family, board games are always in vogue. France is particularly fond of them: an average of 30 million boxes are sold every year, according to the Union des éditeurs de jeux de société (UEJ)! But what to do with the games you don't want

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  • Innovation Recycling

    Interview with Laure Bisson on the future of mattress recycling

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