Green Building: March 2008 Monthly archive
If you've just got have hardwood floors but are battling with the eco-friendliness of the decision, we may have an answer for you: bamboo floors. Although the product involves cutting down grass, which is what bamboo really is, it is seen as planet friendly because it only takes up to six years to mature in comparison to 100 plus years for traditional hardwood flooring material.
March 31, 2008 | Comments ()
Some progressive homeowners have installed dirt floors but here's an interesting article that takes natural building a step further and is all about about earthen construction and the movement towards building with dirt and non-toxic materials.
Tags: adobe, clay, dirt houses, earthen construction, green building
March 17, 2008 | Comments ()
As tax deadlines approach, don't get cheated out of breaks you're entitled to for using energy efficient appliances in or outside your home. DSIREUSA.org is a resource, updated daily or as needed, that outlines state by state what incentives are out there for "green" families. Federal regulations are also available.
Tags: eco-friendly, green building, meredith clinton, taxes
March 11, 2008 | Comments ()
