Maya Sahafi
1. What’s in the mix? When selecting a concrete mix, your construction team will factor in strength and performance specifications for the cured material. They may also consider sustainability factors,...
yamamar design
When not used in concrete, fly ash is disposed of either in landfills or in wet ash ponds, where it can leach into surface water and groundwater. Recently the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) came...
Paul Welschmeyer ARCHITECTS & energy consultants
Yet there are fly ash skeptics in the green building community, too. For one, the carbon footprint of coal fly ash may in fact be higher than that of Portland cement, when calculations include the carbon...
Abramson Teiger Architects
There are a few steps you can take to reduce your exposure to heavy metals, should you decide to use fly ash in your concrete mix. You can be aware that future renovations and demolition of the concrete...
Cornerstone Architects
2. What’s in the sealant or colorant? Once you decide on a concrete mix that meets your environmental goals, it is important to research waterproofing coatings and colorants. I recommend selecting a sealant...
Fougeron Architecture FAIA
By selecting a low-VOC coating, you will avoid many of the heavy, carcinogenic solvents that can be found in high-VOC coatings. What constitutes low VOC? The industry standard that the U.S. Green Building...
Leger Wanaselja Architecture
If you want to rule out hazardous chemicals that are not covered by VOC regulations, consider products designed for chemically sensitive individuals and those that meet the stringent chemical Red List...
Cornerstone Architects
3. What are the best cleaning and maintenance practices? Now that you’ve invested time making your concrete floors healthy and beautiful, create a routine that preserves good indoor air quality. “A floor...
KBC Developments
To avoid introducing chemical irritants into your home, select natural and safe cleaning products. You may also seek out manufacturers whose coating products come with companion maintenance and cleaning...
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