Tips for an Earth Friendly bathroom remodel

You want your new bathroom to be easy on the eyes and the environment, but it’s tough to know which materials pass the green test. Follow these simple guidelines to earn an A from Mother Nature:

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Help reduce air pollution by choosing the right paint. Look for labels that say low or zero VOC (volatile organic compounds) as you search for the perfect color.

Pick materials with a classic look. “You might want to think, ‘Can I pick a style that’s not super trendy?’” says Jennifer Roberts, author of “Good Green Homes” (Bibbs Smith, 2003). “So the next people who live in this house aren’t going to go ‘Yuck’ and rip it out.”

Choose FSC lumber. It’s certified by the Forest Stewardship Council as being harvested in a way that’s sustainable.... Read the rest.

Website Review: Avalon Kitchen Design

Avalon Kitchen Design: located at http://www.avalonkitchendesign.com.

A good entry level site that gives potential clients just enough information to begin the initial lead generation process. The site has a photo gallery that is full of images but has very little organization. Very few content updates or company news seems to be available for visitors but overall the site is decent.

We would recommend more personal touches such as a blog, possible videos or even images of the ownership, management and or construction team so that we could know what the company stands for beyond selling cabinets. The company does maintain a seperate site at www.avaloncabinets.com that gives some information, but it is a part of their custom cabinetry section. Overall the site shows well, but leaves much to be considered.

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