|
|
|
 |
 |
| Insulation is just as important in the summer months as it is in the winter. Don't let your air conditioned air escape through thin walls by making sure you have the proper insullation for your home!
|
| |
| Get Free Estimates on your Renovation! |
|
 |
|
| |
| |
|
| |
| |
Whether you're considering a whole-house remodel or just replacing a light fixture or two, there's never been a better time to consider "Going Green". These articles can help give you the knowledge and understanding into why it is more important now than ever to make this home improvement an energy efficient one! |
|
| |
| |
Green remodeling will not only save you money in the long run, it will help out our planet and cut back on your carbon footprint. |
|
| |
| |
Get Free Estimates now on your upcoming Green Renovation! |
|
|
| |
|
| |
|
|
| |
| Almost any remodeling project should include new wall covering in one form or another. The top five eco friendly coverings are: non/low VOC paint, milk paint, eco friendly wall plaster, wall tiling, and bamboo wall flats. Using any of the eco friendly paints and wall coverings listed below can help minimize your carbon footprint. |
| |
| 1. Look for Non/Low VOC Paints |
| New government regulations and customer demand have forced almost all paint companies to offer low/non toxic paints and stains. Volatile organic compounds (VOC's) found in older paints contribute to indoor air being three times as polluted as outdoor air, according to the EPA. The EPA also considers indoor air to be one of the top five hazards to human health. Using non-toxic paints can improve indoor air quality for a healthier home. |
| |
| 2. Try Milk Paint |
| Milk paints are made with skim or buttermilk as a base and people are using them in place of the toxic paints. These non-VOC paints use very little energy when they are produced and are therefore considered very eco friendly. Milk paints are used in the restoration of antique furniture and to give a rustic look in kitchen areas. |
| |
| 3. Consider Eco Friendly Wall Plaster |
| Eco friendly wall plaster is another popular wall covering. These plasters can be purchased in several textures and are made from all natural plaster and pigments taken from the earth, not manufactured. This eco friendly wall covering has been around for centuries, but re-emerging as a viable alternative to paint and plaster board walls. |
| |
| 4. Get creative with Wall Tiling – Glass, Ceramic, Cork |
| Tile offers the most options in eco friendly wall coverings. Based on what you use, tiles can beautify, dampen sound, and lower your energy bills. Cork tiling is a fairly new school of thought. Although it has long been used in sound proofing, it is fairly new in home decor. It offers great sound and thermal insulation. Glass tiling is becoming popular and can be made using recycled glass bottles. Ceramic tiles have been around for a long time and offer a good green decorating option. |
| |
| 5. Install Bamboo Wall Flats |
| An alternative to wallpaper, bamboo wall flats make use of one of the fastest growing grasses. Bamboo can be harvested in three years and, since it is a grass, it spreads naturally without having to be replanted. Bamboo flats are designed to bring a modern wall pattern to any room. Wall flats come as embossed, off-white flat sheets but can be painted for a truly custom look. You can combine bamboo wall flats with a non toxic or milk paint for a truly eco friendly wall treatment. |
| |
| These tips will help you cover your walls in an eco friendly manner and wall coverings are a great way to compliment your energy efficient and eco friendly home remodeling efforts. A good, skilled contractor can take all the guesswork out of remodeling your home. Click here to be connected with a knowledgeable contractor in your area. |
| |
|
| Compare FREE Estimates From Local Painting and Wall Coverings Contractors NOW! |
| |
|
 |
|
|
| |
|
