http://www.building-your-green-home.com/building-your-green-home-blog.html Your Green Home Blog will keep you up to date with new additions and changes to www.building-your-green-home.com website. Subscribe here. en-us building your green home Thu, 29 Jul 2010 20:42:18 GMT Thu, 29 Jul 2010 20:42:18 GMT building-your-green-home.com http://www.building-your-green-home.com/dream-green-home.html There are compelling reasons to build your dream green home. But how do you keep from becoming overwhelmed by all of the choices..... Thu, 29 Jul 2010 20:42:17 GMT http://www.building-your-green-home.com/pier-foundation.html What is a pier foundation? Should you consider building a pier foundation? Tue, 27 Jul 2010 01:57:45 GMT http://www.building-your-green-home.com/steel-framing.html Should you consider steel framing over traditional wood construction? What about the energy efficiency of steel? Sat, 24 Jul 2010 19:01:40 GMT http://www.building-your-green-home.com/structural-insulated-panels.html Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) have a long history, and are gaining in popluarity for residential building. Should you consider SIPs for your green home? Tue, 13 Jul 2010 23:39:25 GMT http://www.building-your-green-home.com/insulated-concrete-forms.html Would you like to save 25-80 of your energy costs in your new home? Are you interested in the "how" part of that question? Insulated Concrete Forms pack a powerful punch... Tue, 13 Jul 2010 01:11:28 GMT http://www.building-your-green-home.com/steps-to-building-a-house.html What are the steps to building a house? A house building guide can take much of the mystery out of deciding what needs to be done when.... Mon, 12 Jul 2010 03:04:07 GMT http://www.building-your-green-home.com/home-roofing.html Are there affordable green options for your home roofing project? There are numerous material choices that might be news to you...... Sat, 03 Jul 2010 03:04:47 GMT http://www.building-your-green-home.com/allergic-reactions.html Allergic reactions can leave you feeling miserable - and more susceptible to illnesses. What symptoms.... Fri, 02 Jul 2010 03:05:30 GMT http://www.building-your-green-home.com/how-to-save-energy.html Wondering how to save energy? Grab these top 10 tips today and watch your savings skyrocket! Mon, 28 Jun 2010 03:00:26 GMT http://www.building-your-green-home.com/cfl-bulbs.html CFL Bulbs are being touted as the best money saving idea since sliced bread. But are they safe for your family? Here's what you MUST know... Thu, 24 Jun 2010 18:21:07 GMT http://www.building-your-green-home.com/basement-foundation.html Is a basement foundation right for you? Could a basement add significantly to the value Tue, 22 Jun 2010 03:10:56 GMT http://www.building-your-green-home.com/facts-about-radon.html The facts about radon are clear cut and compelling. Here's why you shouldn't delay testing your home for radon... Sun, 20 Jun 2010 18:59:12 GMT http://www.building-your-green-home.com/asphalt-shingles.html Asphalt shingles are by far the most popular choice in North America. But how do they rank on the environmental scorecard? Sat, 19 Jun 2010 18:00:03 GMT http://www.building-your-green-home.com/basement-plans.html Basement plans are a dime a dozen. The value of your planning is to create a space ideal for your own family's needs. Here's what you'll want to know.... Sun, 13 Jun 2010 20:08:42 GMT http://www.building-your-green-home.com/basement-finishing-ideas-2.html Basement finishing ideas can spark your creative juices to whip that now-useless basement space into a place you can enjoy! Learn more. about.... Sun, 13 Jun 2010 02:05:45 GMT http://www.building-your-green-home.com/basement-finishing-ideas.html Basement finishing ideas are captured in these powerful pictures. Start dreaming and transform your lower level into a beautiful space! Wed, 09 Jun 2010 03:15:44 GMT http://www.building-your-green-home.com/roof-overhangs.html Are roof overhangs really useful? Or do they just jack up the cost of your building project? Mon, 07 Jun 2010 04:11:42 GMT http://www.building-your-green-home.com/types-of-insulation.html There are several types of insulation with advantages and disadvantages of each. Here's what you should know...... Fri, 04 Jun 2010 03:51:20 GMT http://www.building-your-green-home.com/allergic-reaction.html Allergic reaction: Are you suffering? Do you suspect allergies in children or is your own body also reacting? Thu, 03 Jun 2010 03:20:36 GMT http://www.building-your-green-home.com/bamboo-hardwood-flooring.html Bamboo hardwood flooring is available in a wide variety of products. What are your choices and who are some of the leaders in the bamboo industry? Sun, 30 May 2010 04:09:24 GMT http://www.building-your-green-home.com/basement-options.html Dream of what your basement options could be! Add value and livability to your lower level living spaces with these idea starters... Sat, 29 May 2010 04:35:12 GMT http://www.building-your-green-home.com/energy-efficient-home-design.html If you consider an energy efficient home design from the start of your building project, there are many ways you can save energy AND money.... Tue, 25 May 2010 11:29:30 GMT http://www.building-your-green-home.com/daylight-basement.html Considering a daylight basement? Here's what you'll want to consider..... Thu, 20 May 2010 17:21:05 GMT http://www.building-your-green-home.com/corrugated-metal-siding.html Corrugated Metal Siding is not just for industrial buildings anymore. Why might you want to consider it for your home? Tue, 18 May 2010 00:39:08 GMT http://www.building-your-green-home.com/house-framing.html With so many newer systems on the market, what is your best choice for house framing? Check out the pros and cons of many popular systems being used today. Sun, 09 May 2010 18:17:58 GMT http://www.building-your-green-home.com/bamboo-wood-floors.html Bamboo wood floors are all the rage in today's market.... what are the pros and cons of such a flooring option? Thu, 29 Apr 2010 14:02:56 GMT http://www.building-your-green-home.com/home-foundation.html What type of home foundation should you consider? Read how to narrow down your options and choose the best house foundation for your family. Be careful to... Thu, 29 Apr 2010 02:48:02 GMT http://www.building-your-green-home.com/cheap-home-loans.html Cheap home loans are what everyone wants....get more for less. And considering the interest paid to loan companies over a 15-30 year period, it makes sense to look for a low rate product.... Fri, 23 Apr 2010 13:35:15 GMT http://www.building-your-green-home.com/house-siding.html Stone, vinyl, brick, cement, wood....so many options from which to choose! Here's the scoop on house siding materials to help you make the best choice for your home... Tue, 20 Apr 2010 17:43:35 GMT http://www.building-your-green-home.com/radiant-barrier-insulation.html Radiant barrier insulation can work wonders for your energy savings - if you live in the right region to consider it. Here's what you need to know.... Mon, 19 Apr 2010 20:16:28 GMT http://www.building-your-green-home.com/flooring-types.html Flooring types range from bamboo to vinyl. What are your options and which can be considered green flooring materials? Fri, 16 Apr 2010 05:23:27 GMT http://www.building-your-green-home.com/ceramic-tile-countertops.html Ceramic tile countertops have advantages as well as disadvantages. Here's how to decide if they might be for you.... Mon, 12 Apr 2010 04:33:21 GMT http://www.building-your-green-home.com/slab-foundation.html Slab Foundation: One of the cheaper, yet sturdy options for your home...What are the drawbacks? Sun, 04 Apr 2010 17:40:17 GMT http://www.building-your-green-home.com/roof-tile.html Roof Tile is available in an astounding array of colors and styles. Have you considered tile for your new green roof? Sat, 03 Apr 2010 02:07:12 GMT http://www.building-your-green-home.com/laminate-flooring.html Laminate flooring is becoming quite popular - in large part because of its low cost. Can lamintate be a green choice for your home? Thu, 01 Apr 2010 00:35:14 GMT http://www.building-your-green-home.com/landscaping-to-conserve-energy.html In the proper location and with the proper plant species, you can significantly reduce your utility bill during summer and winter, particularly. Plant Fri, 26 Mar 2010 15:36:52 GMT http://www.building-your-green-home.com/basement-ideas.html Great basement ideas can turn your lower level into a powerhouse of fun and practicality. Wed, 24 Mar 2010 17:44:16 GMT http://www.building-your-green-home.com/green-carpet.html True green carpet is non toxic as well as natural. Find answers to your questions about different types of natural carpet here. Mon, 22 Mar 2010 14:45:01 GMT http://www.building-your-green-home.com/formaldehyde-resin.html Formaldehyde resin is used in many common household building and finishing materials. Toxic vapors can make you very ill. In this case, what you don't know CAN hurt you! Read more here... Wed, 17 Mar 2010 19:41:15 GMT http://www.building-your-green-home.com/foam-roof-insulation.html Foam roof insulation is a great way to save on heating and cooling costs in your home all year round. Here's what you need to know.... Wed, 17 Mar 2010 02:13:01 GMT http://www.building-your-green-home.com/best-home-loans.html The best home loans are always the ones you understand. What do you look for in a lender? What type of loan is the best for you? Sun, 14 Mar 2010 21:27:48 GMT http://www.building-your-green-home.com/metal-roofing.html Metal roofing is becoming more and more popular. Learn about the benefits and drawbacks here... Fri, 12 Mar 2010 02:37:16 GMT http://www.building-your-green-home.com/index.html Building your green home: Save money, time & energy as you explore the amazing options available for healthy living Tue, 02 Mar 2010 16:31:49 GMT http://www.building-your-green-home.com/wood-shingles.html Thinking about wood shingles? What are the drawbacks to such a roofing material? Sat, 27 Feb 2010 20:33:13 GMT http://www.building-your-green-home.com/natural-cork-floor.html A natural cork floor is resilient, quiet and durable. It is also environmentally friendly as a renewable resource. Will you consider it for your next flooring project? Sat, 27 Feb 2010 14:49:53 GMT http://www.building-your-green-home.com/cork-floor-tile.html Cork floor tile is not difficult to care for and the benefits are quite impressive. Here's what you need to know.... Fri, 26 Feb 2010 03:56:33 GMT http://www.building-your-green-home.com/tile-flooring.html Tile flooring is enormously popular in many new homes today. What features and benefits does tile flooring offer and why might you want it in your home? Sun, 21 Feb 2010 03:19:39 GMT http://www.building-your-green-home.com/wood-siding.html Wood siding is rustic and beautiful - but it does have some drawbacks. Here's what you need to know before you decide.... Thu, 18 Feb 2010 14:29:33 GMT http://www.building-your-green-home.com/linoleum-flooring.html Linoleum flooring is coming back into vogue as a beautiful, nontoxic altenative to outgassing vinyl. Here's what you'll want to know... Thu, 18 Feb 2010 03:05:11 GMT http://www.building-your-green-home.com/natural-carpet.html Natural carpet is an alternative to the toxic fumes released by traditional carpeting. But how do you know if "natural" is really healthy for you? Here's what you need to know.... Fri, 12 Feb 2010 18:23:42 GMT