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Remodeling
INAFCS: Green Remodeling
5432 Winthrop Ave.Indianapolis, IN 46220Gary Vickrey, Owner317.339.6096
Topics to discuss
Why go Green? What makes a product Green? What is Green remodeling? How Green do you want to be Most common products Cost comparisons- Green vs. Traditional
materials Ideas for making your home more Green Resources and information
The Green market
Growing market built by: Consumer interest to support the
environment Companies offer products that solve
problems & meet design goals at affordable prices.
It is critical to be educated in this new direction!
Why go Green?
Save money on energy & water Reduce exposure to toxic chemicals Increased awareness of environmental
responsibility Save limited resources Reduce waste/landfill Reuse products and recycling Promote sustainable products
What makes a product Green? Energy efficiency Reduction in water use Use less or non-toxic chemicals in
production Minimize particle emissions to improve
Indoor Air Quality Prevent VOC= Voctile Organic Compound
and off gassing Ratio of recycled content
What is Green Remodeling? It is a wide spectrum- defined by your goals By choosing any higher efficiency product
over a less efficient product your home will be more “Green” and more efficient than before
Industry standards for home and commercial LEED certification (US government agency) Green Certified Remodelers (NARI)
What does LEED certified mean? LEED= Leadership in Energy & Environmental
Design US Green Building Council point based
certification program for new home and commercial construction projects.
4 levels of LEED: certified, silver, gold, platinum
Commercial buildings use 60% of US energy, so increasing LEED certified buildings support reductions in energy dependence & save money.
Green Certified Remodelers
NARI- National Association of Remodeling Industry created Green Certified Professional (GCP) standard:
Full time remodeler for 5+ years Used green products, practices in jobs for
3+ years Completed 16+ hours of
green/sustainable continuing education Pass comprehensive exam
Most Common Green Products
Lighting, LUTRON Compact Fluorescent
Light- CFL Flooring
Recycled content Paint
Low/No VOC Wall coverings
Recycled countertops Energy Star Appliances Fabric-recycled
Green insulation Soy Based
On demand water heaters
High efficiency windows/doors Low E, double pane
Live Roofs “Green Roofs”
Low-Flow toilets & shower systems
LUTRON LIGHTING
RECYCLED COUNTERTOP
UPHOLSTERY-RECYCLED
LIVE/GREEN ROOF
TOILET/SINK COMBO
Lighting- Green Options
Options to improve lighting efficiency: Add a dimmer switch to existing Replace incandescent bulbs with CFL CFL- compact fluorescent light last 10x
longer & use 75% less energy LED Incandescent lighting is not as available
for home use yet, same benefits as CFL Designing task specific lighting, such as
under counter, can reduce overhead light use
Green flooring options
What to look for: Endurance, comfort,
style, lower toxicity socially responsible
manufacturing installation & recycle
when it’s replaced Combine those issues
with cost to select best option
Bamboo, Cork Rubber Marmoleum, made of
natural materials Recycled glass Hardwood: salvaged,
& certified Natural Fiber Carpets:
wool, jute, sisal
Quality Selections
BAMBOO FLOORING
RUBBER FLOORING
MARMOLEUM FLOORING
MARMOLEUM FLOORING
CARPET TILES- RECYCLED
What you Need to know: Bamboo
Bamboo is the best selling Green flooring
Quick renewable resource- can grow 1’ per day.
Mature & harvestable after 3-4 years vs. Hardwood Trees mature 20-120 years
Stronger than Cherry
80% grown in China- high petroleum costs to deliver
What pesticides & chemicals are used in growing & sealing?
Has the bamboo been allowed to mature?
Immature bamboo dents and chips easily… soft.
Pros Cons
BAMBOO WALL COVERINGS
BAMBOO WALL COVERINGS
Green paint options
Low and no VOC paints are of equal quality and price equal to a medium grade paint
Near $20-30/gallon. Most paint companies
offer low/no VOC Most colors are still
available
Traditional paint contains Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs)
VOC’s off-gas for over a year
Creates Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) issues.
Pros of Low/No VOC Cons of Traditional
The Cost of Green
Perceived vs. actual increase in cost vs. Traditional
Quality varies across price ranges Prices are often same at comparable quality Degree of “purity" can increase price Match your goal to the product Calculate future cost savings Value placed on “intangibles”, like the
environment Wide range 0% to 100% of a product being green
Low Cost ways to Green your home
Trade incandescent light bulbs for CFL 5 bulbs can save 50% off annual lighting bill
Wrap ducts to insulate & reduce heat loss Add more/better attic insulation to R-38 Ensure windows are weather tight Replace faucets/showerheads with low
flow options cut water usage by 20,000 gal/yr & save 10-
16% water heating costs
Low Cost ways to Green your home
Install programmable thermostats Save up to $100/yr
Plant native plants, reduce lawn area Buy Energy Star rated appliances
Washer: uses 55% less water, 50% less energy/load save $110/yr
Refrigerator: uses 20% less energy than conventional
Bottom line on Green
Personal choice What are your objectives?
Many things are simple to implement & cost little
Other areas, require some research to find the product to meet your goal & your budget
Educate yourself- the internet is full of helpful sites
A qualified remodeler can help