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Green Finalists
GREENSBURG, KAN. Prairie Pointe Townhomes marks a big step in the revival of this rural community.
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A double stud wall allows for plenty of cellulose insulation and reduces thermal bridging.
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Pennsylvania house is first recipient of new green standard’s top rating; Pulte buys Centex; sprinkler battle continues at state level; more
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Sheathing panels; wood countertops; closet light; extra-thick PVC trim boards; corded housewrap; more
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Airtight construction and a thick layer of exterior foam save energy and reduce the risk of rot and mold.
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The World's Greenest Building?
RIBEIRO IS WORKING ON A 57,000- square-foot, mixed-use structure in Independence, Ore., that's on track to win the highest score of any LEEDcertifi ed building with 64 out of a possible 70 points.
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All-in-one flashing panel; spray-foam insulation; shower seat; lightweight steel beams; grass driveway mats; push-fit fittings; more
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Q: How much insulation is necessary under a typical basement radiant slab?
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Q: Is there a way to dampen the sound of a PVC waste pipe, other than tearing out the plastic and installing cast iron?
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Getting real about energy efficiency