Jun
26th
Top Ten Reasons to Buy a Green Home
Written by faith | 0In my Seattle interior design practice, I like to share the importance and benefits of building green. I saw this article on the website of Central WA Homebuilders.
Here are 10 reasons for Green
- More Money in the Piggy Bank. A built green home typically saves $ on operating costs due to efficient energy use, natural daylighting and upfront construction costs.
- Less ‘New’ Odors and Better Indoor Air. Using low VOC and low toxic interior paints and finishes reduces toxins and improves indoor air quality. Paints like Benjamin Moore’s Natura and Aura are my favorite choices.
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Saves Old Growth Forests. Rapidly remewable materials like bamboo, cork, and strawboard can be harvested in a sustainable way. Plastic lumber made from recycled plastic jugs can be used for decking.
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Happier Salmon. Water conservation using drought resistant plants and porous pavers are both techniques. Erosion control benefits salmon habitats.
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More Couch Potato Time. Maintenance is minimized with durable materials like decking made of plastic and materials like stone, tile or slate.
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Reduced Breezes inside the Home. The impact of outside elements is reduced using caulking to seal windows and doorframes.
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Healthier Yard with Homegrown Topsoil. Topsoil removed for grading can be saved and reapplied for a better soil compositoin.
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Reduces Dependence on Fossil Fuels. Local materials reduce transportation costs and the inclusion of pedestrian access to mass transit decrease auto use.
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Less Trash. Built Green projects recycle large amoutns of scrap materials as well as include recycled content into the building.
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Promotes Businesses Committed to Green. The supporting member companies go the extra effort and work with one another demonstating committment to a green, healthy home.
