Energy prices are on the rise “green”Homes sound appealing to builders and homebuyers, at least for the time being “compost”Pops up.
However, homeowners can still live green without paying more. Low-flow toilets and sinks as well as high-performance showerheads and energy-efficient lightbulbs can all help reduce the home’s eco footprint without negatively impacting homeowners.
Sustainability is a key factor in the construction of homes. Bamboo flooring is highly renewable and has the same look and feel that wood.
It is important to consider the following factors when designing an eco-friendly exterior: aesthetics, durability of insulation, wood-use, and insulation.
Concrete masonry is an eco-friendly option. Concrete homes can be incorporated into any community by mimicking the appearance and feel of older building materials like worn stone. Concrete can be made from natural or recycled materials.
Concrete masonry is also available:
– Doesn’t use any wood.
Resist fire.
– Resistant to the elements and requires little maintenance.
– Requires less insulation that wood-frame buildings.
Concrete masonry does not inconvenience homeowners, but it creates a healthier house. Concrete masonry helps to regulate heat so homeowners won’t feel the outdoor temperature swings. In many places concrete doesn’t need to be insulated which improves indoor air quality.
Concrete homeowners don’t need to be painted, which reduces their exposure to harmful, paintbased chemicals. Concrete masonry is able to resist mold, dust and insect infestations, which are the main causes of indoor allergy.
Concrete masonry is ideal for urban construction because it blocks sound. Concrete can be used as a landscaping material to block road noises, stabilize uneven ground, and control water flow.
Concrete masonry can be both durable and cost-effective, which proves that you don’t have to sacrifice quality for the sake of being green. More information is available at www.ncma.org.
