Julia Hailes, an eco-consultant and writer, claims that giving an existing property an eco-makeover is a challenge – but it’s one worth taking on.
Writing in the Financial Times about her efforts to cut carbon emissions in her London flat by 60 per cent, Hailes claims that small things can make a big difference. She spent a huge amount of time, effort and of course money on making major changes to her home, including opting for green flooring options.
However, once the job was complete, she was keen to dispose of her building materials in an environmentally sound way. She decided to have the wood she had removed from the flat recycled into chipboard, which ensured that her project was green from start to finish.
Hailes opted for Cork and bamboo flooring, which can both be great option when fitting out an existing property. However, anyone building a new home can opt for Forestry Stewardship Council (FSC) certified chipboard flooring, such as Caberdek. This green option is hardy against the construction process and can offer excellent insulation and protection from the elements.
Installing double glazing, replacing old and inefficient boilers and improving insulation are other key changes that householders can make to improve their green credentials.
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http://www.norbord.co.uk/news/eco-expert-recycles-wood-chipboard
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