Choose window frame and sash made from recycled materials

Using recycled materials in windows conserves resources.
Recycled materials used in the fabrication of window sash and frames include a wood-plastic composite made with industrial waste wood and post-consumer high-density polyethylene, as well as wood and vinylCommon term for polyvinyl chloride (PVC). In chemistry, vinyl refers to a carbon-and-hydrogen group (H2C=CH–) that attaches to another functional group, such as chlorine (vinyl chloride) or acetate (vinyl acetate). scrap from manufacturing. Putting these materials to use reduces the amount of virgin materials that must be used. Remember, though, that recycled content is a bonus; the two most important environmental attributes are energy efficiency and durability.

Green Points

LEED for HomesLeadership in Energy and Environmental Design. LEED for Homes is the residential green building program from the United States Green Building Council (USGBC). While this program is primarily designed for and applicable to new home projects, major gut rehabs can qualify. : 1/2 point for window frames made from a minimum of 25% postconsumer recycled content (MR 2.2).

NGBSNational Green Building Standard Based on the NAHB Model Green Home Building Guidelines and passed through ANSI. This standard can be applied to both new homes, remodeling projects, and additions. /ICC-700: Up to 9 points for using building materials with 75% or more recycled content; fewer points for materials with less recycled content.

Learn more in the Green Product Guide

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