Green

Green Technology and Trends in Home Construction

Going Green is the buzzword today. We have green technology, green jobs, green products, green environment and so on and so forth. Using green technology in home construction is the process of using non-toxic products, which can be recycled as raw materials to construct a home. The objective here is to create an environment that is healthier to live in.

Both greenhouse construction and green remodeling dominate the construction industry today. Real estate businesses are now concentrating on using green construction products and green building techniques that are environmentally conducive. These methods are incorporated right from the initial building processes. It involves going green from the ground up as well as using green flooring material. Used or recycled flooring wood is a popular choice for green flooring while the wood of rubber, bamboo and cork are other viable options. Recyclable carpets with no toxic materials are also used in green construction.

As part of the planning and design, homes are constructed with lots of natural light and storage space. High ceilings are avoided and space is conserved to the maximum extent possible. Using solar panels and energy saving windows can help in energy conservation.

Implementing a green remodeling technique can be done by replacing the existing material with green building materials. For example, a toilet can be replaced by a new model, which will save water every time you flush while subsequently saving water significantly over time. Replacing an existing geyser with a solar heater can help conserve electricity.

Although the initial cost of building a green house might be more, the maintenance will be less as recyclable products are used. More importantly, a green house uses less or no toxins and is environmentally friendly.