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KleenWrap fights construction debris at the Proud Green Home at Serenbe (video)
Indoor air quality was part of the building strategy from the ground up. -
Breathe easier with high-tech whole-house air purifiers
This spring allergies have been unbearable and most people don't have adequate protection from the billions of pollen spores that will enter homes and buildings. With the right technology, whole … -
Make your crawl space work for you by closing it in
Thousand of homes have vented crawl spaces but homeowners are discovering that closing the crawl space can halt water problems and save energy. Closing crawl spaces is a recently developed technique …1 comment -
Homeowners should use caution in attacking mold problems on their own
With some parts of the country hit hard by flooding, homeowners face potential danger of old in their homes. But the risk of tackling mold may be too great for untrained homeowners. Do-it-yourself … -
Beware the spread of black mold in damp areas of your home
Super storms, changing climates and consistent flooding have recently brought the topic of toxic black mold growth back into the forefront of the minds of home and business owners across America … -
Breather easier and save money with new duct sealing technology (Video)
Ever feel like your home heat is drafty and uneven? Or do you feel like your home has a lot of dust? You could be suffering from leaky air ducts. Most sheet metal heating and cooling ducts have leaks … -
Choose products to avoid mold and other home problems in Post-Sandy remodeling
As homeowners rebuild after Superstorm Sandy ravaged the Northeast, building experts urge people to choose the right products for the job. While legislators debate new construction codes designed to … -
Mechanical ventilation is the key to indoor air quality in green homes
The right ventilation strategies can fight mold and make a home more comfortable.- Gary Wollenhaupt -
ERV handles the airflow for the Proud Green Home at Serenbe
One challenge of building an energy-efficient home is planning for adequate ventilation.- Gary Wollenhaupt -
5 ways to improve indoor air quality naturally
All of us spend way too much time indoors, where the air can actually be worse than outdoor air for your health. Studies from the Environmental Protection Agency have shown levels of pollutants in … -
Know the truth about low-VOC paints
A lot of people know to look for low- or zero-VOC paints for painting interiors. But do you know what those terms really mean? There are two types of ratings for VOC levels. One is the amount of VOCs … -
Prepare for National Poison Prevention Week in March (Video)
If you're remodeling an older home with wooden windows – or plan to open them when the weather gets nice, take caution. Most people do not realize that the friction caused by the simple act of … -
Improve IAQ with ceiling tiles that fight mold
If your ceiling tile is showing the telltale signs of mildew and mold, a new product may be just the thing to improve indoor air quality. A drop or suspended ceiling that's gotten wet is very … -
Find natural and safe alternatives to traditional paints with zero VOC paints
The paint industry has undergone some major shifts in recent years. New regulations limiting the use of various chemicals has helped make safer products available, but it's hard to know what paints … -
New paints use less formaldehyde for better indoor air quality
Tired of having a headache when you paint a room? Or do you have a family member who is sensitive to chemicals? Look for the latest in low-VOC paints for your green home. Sherwin-Williams has … -
Eco-friendly cabinet line first to use Declare label
Neil Kelly Cabinets launches line designed with indoor air quality in mind. -
Is your green home making you sick?
Air-tight energy efficient homes could be leading to lower indoor air quality. -
Top 10 home design and remodeling trends for 2013
Neil Kelly Company, an award-winning design-build remodeling firm that has remodeled more than 30,000 homes, announces its Top 10 interior design trends for 2013. Neil Kelly's team of 20 experienced … -
Sustainable design trend forecast for 2013
Sustainable design trends continue to evolve and with the new year just around the corner we can look forward to discovering fresh trends that will make a positive impact on our lives and the planet … -
Newest eco tips in bathroom remodeling
If you happen to be a person who cares about the environment and has a bathroom that is in dire need of remodeling, then you need to gather some information. The best way to get information on …1 comment
