From natural building materials to the high-tech, browse through these pages to discover a variety of materials used in green building as alternatives to conventional materials.
Metal Roofs vs Asphalt Shingles: Pros, Cons and What’s Best for You Choosing the right roofing material for your home isn’t just about how much you’ll spend. It’s a decision that will affect the aesthetics, durability, comfort and energy efficiency […]
A patio is your interface between the indoor and outdoor world. It’s a special place to go where you can leave the everyday behind and connect with nature. A spot to silently sip your morning coffee and listen to the
Achieving a circular economy requires using materials that are reusable or recyclable. It’s a good thing recyclers have been increasingly coming up with innovative ways to reuse and recycle materials. We’re going to look at five of the most easily
An epoxy bathroom floor ticks almost all the boxes in terms of durability, appearance and moisture resistance. It’s easy to clean and can be made to have a smooth or textured surface, whichever you prefer. Best of all, you can
Without a solid roof over our heads a house is not worth much. Maintaining and replacing your roof is a costly job, but it’s well worth the price. And when pricing roof replacement, choosing the right material is a big
C-Crete Technologies has developed the world’s first basalt-based concrete – it is cement-free and it is on par with conventional concrete in terms of cost and performance. Their product uses the non-carbonate rock basalt instead of Portland cement. Instead of the
Solar energy’s comforting power has been recognized since the days of the Neanderthals settling down in a sunny spot inside their cave and resting their backs against a rock that had been warmed by the sun. In recent years, both
It took about two thousand years to discover how the Romans and Greeks built seemingly indestructible, unreinforced cement structures that could magically repair themselves. A collaboration of scientists from Switzerland, Italy, and the U.S. recently discovered some fascinating elements of
Research and Markets just released the Green Building Materials Strategic Business Report. The report states that in 2023, the global market for green building materials is estimated at $436.9 billion and that number is predicted to grow at a CAGR
A very attractive quality of solar roof shingles is that they both protect the home and provide it with power, hinting at a “two-for-the-price-of-one” bargain. Solar shingles are a form of building integrated photovoltaics (BIPV for short). They’re attractive and
