Sustainable Interior Finish Selections

Low or No VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) Finishes

No VOC Finishes Low or No VOC paints and finishes produce wall coverings that have low or no levels of volatile organic compounds emitted into the environment during and after their application. The use of these products increases the indoor air quality and thus the health and comfort of the painters and inhabitants.

Green Floor Covering

Green floor covering can be characterized by many traits. Some possess low off-gassing qualities such low VOC carpeting or marmoleum which may be manufactured from less process materials and adhesives. Others may be manufactured from recycled material such as recycled carpeting or recovered hardwood flooring. Some may be made from quickly regenerative plants or animal sheerings such as bamboo flooring, hemp rugs, wool carpeting etc. The principal benefit of all these products is that their use increases the indoor air quality and reduces the environmental resources otherwise required in the manufacturing process.

Energy Star Qualified Appliances

ENERGY STAR qualified appliances incorporate advanced technologies that use 10–50% less energy and water than standard models. They also help reduce the use of centralized power generation and the negative impact which that has upon the environment. Given that the average home spends about $2,000 on energy bills every year, the annual savings is substantial not mention that which is accrued over the life of the products.


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Low or No VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) Finishes Low or No VOC paints and finishes produce wall coverings that have low or no levels of volatile organic compounds emitted into the environment during and after their application. The use of these products increases the indoor air quality and thus the health and comfort of the painters and inhabitants.

Green Floor Covering Green floor covering can be characterized by many traits. Some possess low off-gassing qualities such low VOC carpeting or marmoleum which may be manufactured from less process materials and adhesives. Others may be manufactured from recycled material such as recycled carpeting or recovered hardwood flooring. Some may be made from quickly regenerative plants or animal sheerings such as bamboo flooring, hemp rugs, wool carpeting etc. The principal benefit of all these products is that their use increases the indoor air quality and reduces the environmental resources otherwise required in the manufacturing process.

Energy Star Qualified Appliances ENERGY STAR qualified appliances incorporate advanced technologies that use 10–50% less energy and water than standard models. They also help reduce the use of centralized power generation and the negative impact which that has upon the environment. Given that the average home spends about $2,000 on energy bills every year, the annual savings is substantial not mention that which is accrued over the life of the products.