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"Sustainable building materials"

Sustainable building materials / Discussions

Which is better, cellulose or loose-fill fiberglass insulation?

I have a 100-year-old Arts & Crafts home in North Texas.  At some point in the past there was some kind of insulation blown in the walls, evidenced by the p...

Posted by L SMITH Nov. 12, 2024 Insulation and soundproofing

Where can I find spray hempcrete?

...building in Sudbury ON To find Spray hempcrete manufacturers and installers, check here in the Ecohome Professionals and Product Directory - Find Hemp Insulatio...

Posted by Jack Wolofsky Oct. 27, 2024 Wood and organic materials 1 response

What kind of paint can seal stucco?

My stucco walls are out putting some very bad smells, is there some product I can stop it with? thanks

Posted by Jill Gallaher Oct. 26, 2024 Exterior cladding

Where can I find Shou Sugi Ban carbonized wood siding?

...building product directory. You can search by category and location, either for products or professional installers. We aren't a manufactuer or supplier of Shou...

Posted by Peter Mitsakos July 12, 2022 Exterior cladding 1 response

What do you look for when buying an existing home to convert to a green home?

...building and renovations in the Ecohome Building Guide. After you've been through those pages, let us know if you have more questions. 

Posted by Ismael Rumzan Nov. 30, 2021 Architecture and plan design 1 response

how do I find a window/glass vendor who really understands passive solar houses?

We just bought a passive solar house. Half the roof is windows and they need to be replaced. I am trying to find a vendor who understands the windows' role in t...

Posted by Brigid O'Connor Oct. 23, 2021 Passive solar home design 1 response

What is the best non toxic insulation for a house?

...building on an island in Florida and the house is 12 feet off the ground. What materials can we use to insulate the ceilings and air spaces?  Additionally, what...

Posted by Jude Smith Sept. 10, 2021 Insulation and soundproofing 1 response

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