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Green Basics
Interior Fixtures and Finishes
April 28, 2009
ABOUT FIXTURES AND INTERIOR FINISHES Because green building puts such a heavy influence on a tight building envelope, indoor air quality is directly affected by building materials and finishes used…
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Integrated Design
December 1, 2008
Integrated Design: Treating Designers, Builders, and Subcontractors as a Team
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Ventilation Choices: Three Ways to Keep Indoor Air Fresh
October 30, 2008
Every House Needs Fresh Air
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Comfort Comes With Green Building
December 5, 2008
Mechanical Systems Play a Critical Role in Making a House Comfortable.
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Ductless Minisplit Heat Pumps
September 17, 2012
Heating and Cooling Without Central Ducts
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Balanced Ventilation
October 31, 2008
UPDATED on March 13, 2015Balanced Ventilation Is Appropriate for All Climates
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Exhaust Ventilation
November 4, 2008
Exhaust Ventilation Systems Are Simple and DependableUPDATED March 1, 2014
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Remodel Project: Weatherization
December 16, 2008
Air sealing, insulation improvements, and equipment upgrades save energy dollars
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Local Green Building Programs
March 31, 2009
Local Programs Can Be Geared Towards Local Issues
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Remodel Project: Gut Rehab
December 16, 2008
Respect the Original, Reuse What You Can, and Update for the Next 100 Years

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