Carter Oosterhouse has been called "America's Favorite Handyman," and we second that: What's not to love about someone who makes things green with his bare hands on HGTV's Carter Canand the new Red Hot and Green? Putting the dreamy in DIY, Carter gives host Jac Chebatoris some really great going-green home tips.—Shot and edited by Jennifer Prediger

Carter's website: Carter Oosterhouse | Carter's new show: Red Hot and Green | VOC-free paint, like Carter recommends: Kinder | More VOC-free paint: Yolo | Energy-saving appliances: Energy Star | Cork floors: Eco-Friendly | Marmoleum flooring: Marmoleum | Recycled glass countertops: Icestone