Green Updates
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Efficiency
There is a lot of talk about energy efficiency and conservation but how do you know if something is energy efficient and "green" or not? There are a number of factors that determine this that you should be aware of when shopping for various building materials and other products. Some of these factors are:Recycled -...
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10 "Green" Ideas that Pay Off!
Home buyers of today are looking more and more for home features that are "green". This embraces things made from renewable resources as well as features that conserve energy, thus, saving money, all while helping to keep the environment happy and healthy. Here are 10 "green" ideas that pay off!1. Compact...
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"Green" Flooring
Are you constantly looking for new ways to go "green"? Bamboo flooring is not only beautiful but durable and eco-friendly, too! Bamboo has many pros and very few cons as a flooring option. One pro is that it's very hard, harder in fact than white oak and hard maple. It is also extremely pliable which makes it less...
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"Green" Countertops
Are you environmentally conscious? Take your green machine to the next level with "green" kitchen countertops. Countertops are always installed over an underlying layer, so start here and work your way up going "green" all the way. Plywood that is certified by the FSC (Forest Stewardship Council), wheatboard...
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10 Green Updates
More contemporary home buyers are looking for sustainable green features. Why Green? "Green" is not limited to renewable resources. It also refers to energy conserving features that limit the impact on the environment. Energy conserving features save money by decreasing utility costs, and that is music to...
