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Excerpt: One of the big challenges we experience regarding our Eco-Logic Bamboo products, is that other products are often marketed as “Green” when in fact the products are not green. The industry term for this is called “greenwashing”. So how do you KNOW whether a product is REALLY green? If you don’t have time to read the whole post, the essence of the how to prevent getting “greenwashed” is to check for credible & independent certifications. FSC Certification provides this assurance. Where to start … The source of the raw materials is the best place to start looking to ensure that the product is…
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Why does FSC Certification matter?
February 4th, 2012
Study on the manufacture of bamboo panel components for a prefabricated house
February 4th, 2012Archived; click post to view.
Excerpt: INBAR performed a study to look at the feasibility of manufacturing a prefabricated house using bamboo panels. The study looks at some important considerations; Physical and mechanical properties Sound insulation properties Thermal transmission properties Fire resistance properties Cost analysis We’ve interpreted aspects of the study to represent South African conditions and requirements in the post. Have a look, we think that the results merit serious consideration of bamboo panels for prefabricated housing projects. Physical & mechanical properties of bamboo panels This expanded table is reproduced from the report: Product Density g/m3 Swelling % 24h in Cold Water Swelling % 2h in Boiling Water MOR MPa MOE GPa Compression Strength MPa Bamboo Panel 1 2.5 17.1 135.78 10.50 71.99 OSB 22 3.5 Some interesting points to note; The bamboo only swells…
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Being Eco Friendly at Home
January 28th, 2012Archived; click post to view.
Excerpt: Living a more eco friendly or sustainable lifestyle is quickly becoming a very hot topic for many South Africans. Not only is this a matter of saving the earth, it is also a matter of being frugal, too. Kids aren’t cheap and recycling and reusing are great ways to help save the Earth and save money. A lot of people really just make it a hobby to find creative new ways to recycle and reuse various household items such as shredded paper for example. Here are some great and simple ideas for recycling paper, conserving water,…
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How To Begin Making Your Own DIY Solar Energy Panels To Power Your Heating and Air Conditioning, Electrical Appliances, and Lighting
January 26th, 2012Archived; click post to view.
Excerpt: Every passing day it looks as though we have more information on our hands about environmental distress. The BP oil fiasco in the Gulf of Mexico in April of 2010 is a good example. As it becomes increasingly more undeniable just how finite our basic energy resources such as oil are, more attention will be directed toward alternative energy options such as solar power. As this change happens, solar power will become even more affordable and efficient. It comes as no shock that one of the best known kinds of renewable domestic energy is solar energy. One of the key problems with…
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Properties of Concrete
January 25th, 2012Archived; click post to view.
Excerpt: Concrete strength is an issue of the utmost vital to any builder using concrete in their construction. When concrete is being used, it’s vital to think about numerous factors which should determine the power of the concrete structure, and which should result from weak points that concrete is prone to. Concrete has a very high compressive strength, meaning that when something is pushing a concrete structure together, it is highly resilient. The exact level of a specific concrete structure’s compressive strength will be determined by typically 2 things : the materials used in creating the concrete, and the water-cementitious proportion. …
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Roof Photovoltaic Panels
January 24th, 2012Archived; click post to view.
Excerpt: There are a few things to consider before switching to a solar power system. There are many kinds of roof solar panels available, and some can be more or less appropriate for you depending on your needs. One thing that all roof solar panels have in common is that, as a result of their design, the solar cells within the panels receive as much sunlight exposure for as much of the day as possible. Solar cells, when struck by sunlight, produce DC electricity. The …
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How To Get Rid Of Basement Mold
January 22nd, 2012Archived; click post to view.
Excerpt: The common idea most people have of basements are dark, damp rooms that are covered with basement mold. In fact, basement mold is one of the major main concerns many homeowners have about their basement. When someone talks about a basement, usually what comes to mind are unsightly mold growth and that musky smell that are so typical of basements. The best way to get rid of mold is to first know where its coming from. Targeting the root cause of mold and mildew can help keep your basement clean as well as safe for your family. In order to address…
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Have Modern & Eco-Friendly Wood Burning Fireplace Inserts to Cozy Up Your Home
January 16th, 2012Archived; click post to view.
Excerpt: People are blown away with the introduction of advanced combustion technology which come in the form of wood burning fireplace inserts. One of the best ways to enjoy cozy atmosphere in your home through a fireplace is when they have wood stove inserts and are built with wood stove pipe. This type of fireplace inserts operate as a main source of heat in your house during instances when there is no power. Now that the Earth is under the threat of climate change, it is best to think of the sake of mankind once and for all. Wood-burning fireplace inserts are…
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Which bamboo finishing products should I use for my project?
September 2nd, 2011Archived; click post to view.
Excerpt: We’re often asked which products to use for their bamboo finishing. So here we have a guideline for you to follow when finishing your bamboo countertop or bamboo plywood project. Preparation Preparation is always the most critical step in any bamboo finishing application, get that wrong and the quality and durability of your finish is drastically reduced. The first step is to give the surface a light sand just to remove the grime. Bamboo finishing – oil Oil is one of the most traditional finishes used. Oils do not provide as much protection as the more modern finishes e.g. varnish. Oil finishes however, bring out the natural…
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Bamboo coffee table – sustainable furniture design
August 29th, 2011Archived; click post to view.
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Strand Woven Bamboo coffee table - side view
