BEHIND THE SCENES
A lot of thought and consideration went into the creation of the
Green Unit. Aside from the features selected, many other products
were researched. Below is a list of some products and features that
did not pass our evaluation criteria (see LanderGreen home page
for details), but may be viable options for you.
Wet or dry-blown cellulose (recycled newspaper)
insulation
Great insulation due to density and coverage. We found: cannot be
installed in winter months, may be subject to mold. Dry product
may settle over time.
100% recycled content sheetrock
We found: local sourcing difficult.
Zero VOC paint
We found: only available in white.
Milk paint
Made from all natural materials: curdled milk, earth and lime for
pigment. No-VOC’s, different look than normal paint. We found:
higher cost.
Recycled glass tiles
Up to 85% recycled glass. We found: considerably higher cost.
Furnace air filter
Electronic air cleaners electronically “zap” particles.
We found: impractical for smaller homes.
Tankless water heater
Energy and space-efficient. We found: needs separate venting with
a limited distance from interior to exterior. Cold Minnesota winters
may affect water temperature.
Reclaimed wood
We found: better for small-scale projects.
Fire clay tile
We found: higher cost and too thick for most interior work.
Slate floor tile
We found: local sourcing difficult.
Concrete counter tops
We found: heavy and generally require customization.
Cabinets from Lyptus
A fast-growing plant grown in clear-cut rainforests where nothing
else will grow. We found: not as compatible with our design aesthetic.
Occupancy lighting sensors
We found: not as efficient for open floor plans.
Eco-friendly closet systems
If you find some, let us know!
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