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Tell dealers a species or grade of wood and, more likely than not, they can envision exactly what you're talking about and detail its qualities. But then try asking them to explain what makes one brand's wood-plastic composite (WPC) or polyvinyl chloride (PVC) decking or trim different from...
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Arts-and-Crafts details mingle with an abundance of healthy and efficient products in this top-rated infill home.
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Redevelopment Group's six row-style condos boast efficiency, healthy indoor air, and skyline views.
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GreenCraft Builders' latest Texas project blends well with its 60s-era neighborhood, while its high-performance features push the boundaries of modern sustainability.
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New products for sustainable homes, including a heat pump water heater, coconut tiles, low-flow toilets, and reflective roofing.
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Trex decking is made from about 50% recycled and reclaimed plastic and 50% reclaimed wood. The manufacturer claims the product will not rot or deteriorate because of insects or harsh weather, and resists damage from moisture and sunlight. The plastic part of the product is polyethylene, recycled...
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A guide to eco-friendly options among wood, composite, and plastic decking.
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When builder Mike Scarlett signed on to participate in the HBA of Greater Dallas Green Built Parade of Homes, which debuted in September, he had never so much as built an Energy Star house. But he rose to the challenge, hiring a consultant to help him decode such eco-measures as spray-foam...