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Home office

Strategies Select ergonomic furniture

Strategies Provide for paper recycling

Strategies Consider a laptop computer

Strategies Choose high-efficiency T8 fluorescent lamps

Strategies Buy Energy Star computer equipment

Strategies Use an occupancy sensor to turn off computer peripherals

Strategies Choose compact furniture with built-in storage

Strategies Choose carpet cushion free of brominated flame retardants

Strategies Refinish existing floors

Strategies Consider using salvaged cabinetry

Strategies Use environmentally friendly floor finishes

Strategies Choose the right panel products for use in damp areas

Strategies Encapsulate Lead Paint When Removing It Is Not Feasible

Strategies Design with a home office in mind

Strategies Design for efficient lighting

Strategies Look for flooring that's certified or made with recycled material

Strategies Choose carpeting and rugs made from natural or recycled materials

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