Synopses & Reviews
Interest in sustainable green building practices is greater than ever. Whether concerned about allergies, energy costs, old-growth forests, or durability and long-term value, homeowners and builders are looking for ways to ensure that their homes are healthy, safe, beautiful, and efficient.
In these pages are descriptions and manufacturer contact information for more than 1,400 environmentally preferable products and materials. All phases of resi-dential construction, from sitework to flooring to renewable energy, are covered. Products are grouped by function, and each chapter begins with a discussion of key environmental considerations and what to look for in a green product. Over 40 percent revised, this updated edition includes over 120 new products. Categories of products include:
Sitework and landscapingB B B B B B B B B B B B Flooring and floor coverings
Outdoor structuresB B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B Interior finish and trim
DeckingB B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B Caulks and adhesives
Foundations, footers, and slabsB Paints and coatings
Structural systems and components Mechanical systems/HVAC
SheathingB B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B Plumbing, electrical, and lighting
Exterior finish and trimB B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B Appliances
RoofingB B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B Furniture and furnishings
Doors and windowsB B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B Renewable energy
InsulationB B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B B BB B B B B B B B B B B B B B B Distributors and retailers
An index of products and manufacturers makes for easy navigation. There is no more comprehensive resource for both the engaged homeowner and those who design and build homes.
Synopsis
Interest in sustainable, green building practices is greater than ever. Whether concerned about allergies, energy costs, old-growth forests, or durability and long-term value, homeowners and builders are looking for ways to be sure that their homes are healthy, safe, beautiful, and efficient.
In these pages you'll find descriptions and manufacturer contact information for more than 1,400 evvironmentally preferable products and materials from ag-fiber panels to zero-VOC paints. All phases of residential contruction, from sitework to flooring to renewable energy, are covered. Products are grouped by function, and each chapter begins with a discussion of key environmental considerations and what to look for in a green product.