Kitchen renovation / Green Building & Sustainable Home Renovation Information & Advice

Kitchens

Clever Kitchen Design Tips to Maximize Space and Convenience

...kitchen design, we have a guide for that too. Read more about sustainable kitchen design here. Compost openings in kitchen counters help reduce clutter on countertops Gliding rails and cabinetry The functionality of a kitchen is often determined by the quality of its hardware. When I designed my kitchen (with help f...

Choosing Sustainable Countertops: Comparing Durability, Cost, and Safety
Kitchens

How to choose non-toxic & sustainable countertops - and no, we don't mean regular quartz counters

...renovations and improvements in the pages below and the Ecohome Green Building Guide pages. How to price a sustainable kitchen countertop? More about sustainable and green countertops for kitchens & bathrooms Where to find formaldehyde-free kitchen cabinetry materials Video - quartz counter made from recycl...

Are Laminate Countertops Good for Sustainable Green Counters in Homes?
Interiors

Are laminate countertops good for a sustainable green home?

...kitchen and bathroom countertops The definition of an eco-friendly counter top or a green kitchen countertop will vary from person to person depending on what exactly you are looking for. That could mean it is made with sustainably harvested materials, recycled materials, food-safe surfaces, formaldehyde-free and low V...

Custom kitchen renovation by River Woodworks
Kitchens

Formaldehyde-free green kitchen cabinetry for a non-toxic home - price comparisons

...kitchen © Ecohome Beautiful non-toxic Custom kitchen renovation by River Woodworks © Ecohome Custom green kitchen renovation by River Woodworks © Ecohome Formaldehyde-free kitchen cabinet renovation by River Woodworks © Ecohome Green kitchen cabinets in a Custom kitchen renov...

Non-toxic food safe natural wood finishing oil for counters, floors, decks
Paints, finishes and natural coatings

Natural wood finishing oil is non toxic too

Being safe to breathe, natural oils are suitable and safe for pretty much  everyone, but of particular value in the homes of pregnant women, young children and newborns, and anyone with respiratory issues or chemical sensitivities. Food safe oils are a great choice for sealing cutting boards or butcher-block counters, ...

How to plan and budget for home renovations and new builds
Concept and design

Important Tips For a Successful Build or Renovation

Make a realistic building budget and schedule This is, without a doubt, the starting point to a successful build - don’t underestimate the time and money it will take to complete a build or renovation. Even professional contractors tend to underestimate the costs and duration of a project. Get advice from multiple prof...

Cosentino ECO - formaldehyde-free recycled quartz countertop
Kitchens

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

...Kitchen waste - design ideas for compost and recyling bins Sustainable non-toxic green kitchen renovations Choosing the best kitchen counters - health and durability  See here to learn about the benefits of a free Ecohome Network Membership    

Cambrian Black Granite counter tops for Kitchen & Bathroom counters
Kitchens

Black granite countertops and counters from Quebec, Canada

...kitchens and bathrooms Choosing the right countertop for your kitchen or bathroom is one of the biggest decisions in a kitchen renovation. Homeowners across Canada are often faced with a dizzying array of materials, but natural stone, especially granite, remains a top contender for its timeless appeal and rugged durabi...