Choosing counter tops / Green Building & Sustainable Home Renovation Information & Advice

Drywall and construction dust during home renovations
Cleaning and maintenance

Tips for keeping air clean during home renovations

...choosing non-toxic building materials to protect air quality.  Buy pre-finished wood flooring: Fumes from the varnish you apply to a freshly sanded floor will be a lot more noticeable and last longer than wood that comes pre-finished from a manufacturer. Alternatively, we would recommend using a natural floor oil inste...

Cosentino ECO - formaldehyde-free recycled quartz countertop
Kitchens

The Cosentino ECO is a kitchen countertop made of recycled plates, bottles and mirrors - video

...countertops If you're into healthy green homes like we are here at Ecohome, there's a lot to think about when choosing a healthier kitchen. Firstly, some beautiful kitchen cabinets, preferably built from FSC certified woods and formaldehyde-free plywood boxes, and that's even before choosing sustainable kitchen counter...