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Composite Wood

DID YOU KNOW: Wood is generally viewed as “green,” however, composite wood often contains formaldehyde when bonded together with glue or adhesive.

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Sealants

DID YOU KNOW: Sealants are commonly used to protect porous surfaces like wood or natural stone from damage caused by liquid and stains. However, some sealants contain harmful chemicals that can have negative health effects and harm the environment.

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Carpeting

DID YOU KNOW: Carpet is a common flooring material, but a recent study ranked carpet as the most negatively impactful flooring type because of its short service life compared to other flooring.1 When looking at materials, it is important to consider the full life cycle of a product.

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Resilient Flooring

DID YOU KNOW: Resilient flooring can be a bit of a misnomer because some products within this category have a low service life and present material health hazards.

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PVC Pipes

DID YOU KNOW: Plastic pipe is a key component of residential plumbing systems. Up to 70% of homes in the US contain plastic pipe.

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Joint Sealants

DID YOU KNOW: Joint sealants are popular building products that play an important role in a building’s weather-resistance and energy efficiency.

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Windows

DID YOU KNOW: Choosing the most appropriate window for its purpose and location involves understanding each of its components.

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Laminates

DID YOU KNOW: Plastic Laminate (known as P-Lam) is a common countertop and cabinet material.

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Artificial Turf

DID YOU KNOW: Artificial turf is a ground surface made to function like and appear like grass. Although originally used for athletic fields, turf expanded its market to residential and commercial properties…

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Vapor Barriers

DID YOU KNOW: Improper installation resulting in mold is the leading source of health concerns when it comes to vapor barriers.

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Tile Countertops

DID YOU KNOW: Ceramic and porcelain tiles are relatively low-impact and a stain/burn resistant material for a countertop installation.

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Fiber Cement Cladding

DID YOU KNOW: Fiber cement is a widely used exterior cladding due to its durability, stability, flame resistance, economics, and easy maintenance.

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Gypsum Board

DID YOU KNOW: Drywall manufacturing plants in the USA released over 3 tons of mercury into the air between 2009 and 2018.

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Wallcoverings

DID YOU KNOW: Even though they are widely used, wallcoverings contain a variety of factors that pose serious health hazards.

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Carpet Tile

DID YOU KNOW: Carpet tile has increased in popularity due to its versatility and design flexibility. The tiles also allow for easy replacement as repairs can be made by section instead of the entire floor.

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Epoxy alternatives

DID YOU KNOW: Epoxy is too often spec’d as a catch-all coating despite the availability of less toxic and more cost effective solutions.

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LVT alternative – Linoleum

DID YOU KNOW: LVT or Luxury Vinyl Tile is one of the most popular yet toxic flooring choices in our market. It impacts our health both during production and long-term…

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Countertops

DID YOU KNOW: The greenest countertop is the one that withstands damage throughout its lifetime as it is one you don’t have to replace…

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Insulation

DID YOU KNOW: Rigid insulation is associated with several serious environmental and social impacts. The worst come from chemicals used during manufacturing: blowing agents with massive global warming potential and halogenated flame retardants…

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Paint

DID YOU KNOW: Safer paints consider the use and release of hazardous chemicals at any stage in the product’s life cycle…

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Antimicrobials

DID YOU KNOW: Common antimicrobials, including but not limited to quaternary ammonium compounds, Triclosan, and Triclocarban have been linked to a variety of health impacts…

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