10 Ways to Think Green When Building Your GarageWhen deciding on building materials for your garage think green and look for: energy efficient windows and doors -
materials that are renewable & sustainable -
water efficiency -
insulative materials with a high R-value -
light timers and sensors
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low- or no-VOC paints -
durable materials -
buy locally -
solar design
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Add to that good building practices and waste reduction methods and you are taking a giant step toward minimizing your carbon footprint when you build.
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