MATERIAL SELECTION
Before you throw yourself into a remodeling project inside your home, one of the best things you can do for the environment and your family is to focus on eco-friendly materials and supplies. Not only are these materials better for the environment, but they also do not contain the various chemicals and additives that are commonly used during the manufacturing process. This can help improve the environment inside your home at the same time that you are helping to protect the environment outside your home. Fortunately, finding eco-friendly building materials is becoming easier all the time, due to the high demand for these products.
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
It's important to educate yourself about the manufacturing process, durability, performance, and recyclability of interior finish products to maintain a healthy indoor environment and reduce environmental impacts.
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Whether it's home, school, or work, Americans spend nearly 90% of our time indoors. Indoor pollutant levels can be two to five times higher than that of the outdoors.
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It is better to use water-, latex- or plant-based products. While some plant-based paints contain terpenes, a VOC derived from plants, these wall finish products will not contain toxic pigment elements or use herbicides or fungicides during production.
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Floor Finishes
Minimize the amount of carpet in your home to improve your indoor environmental quality. While it may seem harmless, carpet fibers collect household particles like dust mite offal, pollen, pet dander, moisture and dirt which can lead to allergies. Explore a variety of solutions that provide an alternative to carpeting.
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Surfaces
Whether you're looking for kitchen countertops, bathroom vanities, island worktops, or shelving solutions, you want the work surface to withstand the wear from everyday use. Explore a variety of material options you should consider for your surfacing needs inside your home.
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