Green Renovations

Green Renovation Ideas !!!!

Thinking about Renovating?. Get the home you always wanted and give the environment a break.Then it's the right time to "green" your home. Any project, large or small, can be a step towards a greener, more environmentally friendly home. There are lots of good reasons to think green when you plan to make changes to your home. A green renovation helps to reduce your impact on the environment. It also means a better home - a healthier and more comfortable living space, lower monthly operating costs and increased value. A home to enjoy, a home to be proud of!

A Greener Home Begins With A Plan

There are many opportunities to make good environmental choices for your renovation.From fixtures to appliances, from insulation to windows and heating equipment-many of today's products and systems deliver better performnce with less environmental impact than a even a decade ago.

Step One USE ENERGY AND WATER EFFICIENTLY AND SAVE MONEY

Of all the green options , by far the most important is saving energy and water.This is because the decisions you make today will have a big impact on the environment and your wallets for many years to come

  • Then it's the right time to "green" your home. Any project, large or small, can be a step towards a greener, more environmentally friendly home. There are lots of good reasons to think green when you plan to make changes to your home. A green renovation helps to reduce your impact on the environment. It also means a better home - a healthier and more comfortable living space, lower monthly operating costs and increased value. A home to enjoy, a home to be proud of!
  • • If your project includes opening up exterior walls or re-siding your home, take the opportunity to add insulation.
  • When installing new windows, choose higher-performance windows and look for Energy StarcR certification.
  • Your renovator may recommend different combinations of window features for different sides of your home, to maximize solar gain, or to prevent overheating.
  • Upgrade light fixtures and bulbs to compact fluorescent, halogens and LED lights. Think about skylights and light tubes to cut down the use of artificial light during the daytime.
  • If your water heating equipment is getting old, consider replacing it. Today's new systems are considerably more energy-efficient. On-demand water heaters are even more efficient because they reduce "standby losses".
  • When choosing new plumbing fixtures for your kitchen or bathroom renovation, look for products with WaterSenseff certification - these are among the most efficient on the market.
  • Don't forget about green landscaping - harvesting rainwater for outdoor use, planting drought-tolerant plant and grass species, and placing trees and shrubs to provide summer shading for your home.

Step TWO ENSURE CLEAN AIR FOR A HEALTHY HOME

Renovation is the perfect opportunity to deal with your indoor living environment -to improve the quality of the air you breathe, and protect your family's health from molds, chemicals and other pollutants

  • Does your home have existing indoor air quality problems? These can range from high winter humidity levels and excess window condensation, to mold problems and to allergy issues related to dust, pollen or other pollutants in the air. Most often you can see, touch or smell the problems; however, if you or your renovator suspect your home may have issues, do a thorough inspection of the entire house.
  • • Does your home have adequate ventilation? A healthy home needs proper ventilation to bring in fresh air and get rid of stale or moist air, chemicals and other indoor pollutants. Ask your renovator for advice on how to ensure proper ventilation throughout the year. Consider adding a heat recovery ventilator that delivers fresh air without extra heating costs.
  • Keep pollutants out of your house. Once you have identified possible problems and their solutions, you want to avoid bringing new problems into the house. Select products and materials for your renovation that won't compromise the air in your home.

Green Renovations On Sale

Glossy Green Dot Inch Porcelain Floor & wall tile

Glossy Green Dot Inch Porcelain Floor & wall tile
Price : $83 USD
Newcastle Matte White with Glossy Green Dot 11 1/2 x 11 1/2 Inch Porcelain Floor & Wall Tile (10 Pcs/9.2 Sq. Ft. Per Case, $1 Standard Shipping) This is a classic matte white porcelain tile with a glossy green dot. Renovators and modernists alike can appreciate this adaptable geometric tile. The matte finish offers a crisp bright appearance that is easy to clean.