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So, you want to use less plastic...?

So, you want to use less plastic...?

Plastics are being produced at an incredible rate, many of which are single-use and leading to the problem of mass contamination of our eco-system. The non-decomposable materials either never break down or when they do they release harmful chemicals and micro-plastics that impact human health. Less talked about, building materials are also a significant contributor to this problem.
GREEN GUIDE BASICS - PART 4 OF 4

GREEN GUIDE BASICS - PART 4 OF 4

The best rule of thumb is to look for more natural products wherever possible.  If it grows in nature, or is made from something biodegradable, that is a great start.
May 17, 2022
GREEN GUIDE BASICS - PART 2 OF 4

GREEN GUIDE BASICS - PART 2 OF 4

Essentially, the more non-natural, non-decomposable, non-recyclable materials we buy, the more we each contribute to the pollution of our planet and the potential degradation of our own health through direct exposure or indirect water contamination.

We want to change the way better materials go to market and get into the hands of homeowners, making it easy for them to make green choices with respect to building materials and finishes in their homes.

May 17, 2022
GREEN GUIDE BASICS - PART 3 OF 4

GREEN GUIDE BASICS - PART 3 OF 4

Today, there is no easy or straight-forward way for homeowners to source many eco-friendly building materials.  Mainstream retail channels that are available to homeowners today don't typically align themselves wholeheartedly with green initiatives.  Enter, Go Green Home Supply.
May 17, 2022
Green Guide Basics - Part 1 of 4

Green Guide Basics - Part 1 of 4

We might not be able to solve all of the world's problems today, but we can try to take a step forward in addressing global waste by starting with better, more natural homes.
April 18, 2022