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Structural & Framing (Before you buy...)
Virtually any wood product has an engineered alternative that in most cases offers consistent performance, predictable quality, and superior structural characteristics, while reducing construction waste. Although these products aren’t perfect, new technology is improving the durability and off-gassing issues that have posed problems in the past.
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EarhSource Certified PlywoodEarthSource provides panels that combine Forest Stewardship Council Certified hardwood veneers with |
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Agriboard PanelEnvironmentally Friendly Agriboard is made from compressed wheat or rice straw with exterior skin |
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R-Control SIPsR-Control SIPs (Structural Insulated Panels) are a strong structural system consisting of Perform Gu |
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Finger-jointed lumberA method of joining two pieces of lumber end-to-end by sawing into the end of each piece a set of pr |
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Before you buy... Water Heating
Water heating can use 15-20% of the home’s total energy use, making it the second largest energy consumer in the home. So when making a water heating choice, consider the part that a water heater selection plays in the overall energy budget. Selecting a high efficiency unit can pay for itself quickly. Modifying some simple behaviors can shorten the payback period even more.
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