Chemical/ Discussions

泡沫板会引起化学反应吗?

Recently I was old SM foam may have achemicalreaction to other plastic products when used to insulate underground. Have you heard anything about that? Rigid ...

Posted by Joel Clipsham Sept. 30, 2021, 7:17 a.m. Healthy indoor air quality 1 Responses

What would be the best alternative to chemical treatment for outdoor pools?

We are looking for ecological options instead ofchemical如果是游泳池,你有什么建议?我们最喜欢的清洁后院泳池的替代品是…

Posted by Ladka Heidari April 19, 2020, 6:24 p.m. Natural swimming pools and ponds 1 Responses

What is safer than OSB for someone with multiple chemical sensitivities?

I have had some negative respiratory reactions to OSB building products, I think?? I want to build a new home. Are there safer plywood options? What is the hea...

Posted by Ian Smith 2020年4月27日下午1:01 Healthy indoor air quality 1 Responses

我在哪里可以找到没有抗菌(杀菌剂)化学品的嵌缝剂和粘合剂?

...chemical敏感的人,对每个人都有毒。它们非常顽固,烟雾会持续很长时间,污染空气,导致呼吸困难。

Posted by Riki Luri Jan. 10, 2020, 9:55 a.m. Healthy indoor air quality 1 Responses

Are there non-toxic quartz kitchen counters?

...chemicalsensitivities , so if one existed it would be big news. We can’t say for sure there aren’t any, so if by some chance you are able to find one please le...

Posted by Jackie kierulf June 27, 2018, 11:08 a.m. Healthy indoor air quality 2 Responses

Are slab on grade foundations cheaper than a basement?

My question is, when taking square footage into account, is it cheaper to build a basement for my new home or would it be cheaper to build a slab on grade and ...

Posted by Jason Nov. 21, 2019, 4:12 p.m. New foundations and slab-on-grade 1 Responses

什么是家庭最好的防洪系统?

I am confused on a type of flood control sytem to purchase. Just a check vale in the font yard/ check valve with a 2 stage well out on front of home/ ejector p...

Posted by Dawn Wlezien July 15, 2021, 10:30 p.m. Waterproofing and drainage 2 Responses

What's cheaper for total building costs, slab on grade or basement?

我在其他地方张贴这之前,我发现了这一页:我试图决定平板在等级vs地下室为总成本。虽然我知道SOG比垒手便宜…

Posted by tony wolff Dec. 24, 2020, 3:09 p.m. Foundations and Basements 1 Responses

你能帮我在平地板和压实木基础之间选择吗?

Allergic tochemically treated wood, CODE requires PWF on concreted slab before house can be built Where are you building where code says such a thing? I don't...

Posted by Margot Simonot May 20, 2019, midnight Slab on Grade 1 Responses

I have chronic illness from the air quality of my home, can you help determine if I need to replace the HVAC system?

...chemicaland mold sensitivies. And any tips on setting up proper air pressure for air flow in home, don't want the attic air coming into home which I suspect ...

Posted by Niki Harrison Sept. 6, 2019, 4:32 p.m. HRV and ERV 4 Responses

Do we have the option to build to meet the reqs. of the Living Building Challenge?

Do we have the option to build to meet the reqs. of the Living Building Challenge 4.0? Can you expand on that a bit please? Not quite sure what you are asking,...

Posted by Lydia Singh Jan. 8, 2020, 1:30 a.m. Green building certifications 4 Responses

How do you build a house ready for climate change?

A structure that would not blow away, burn down, low to maintenance, radiant heat, off grid, no asphalt shingles, gray water treatment, composting toilets, pas...

Posted by Mike Joyce 2021年5月6日上午8:47 Concept and design 1 Responses

Can I run a Legalett air heated slab system during a power outage?

I'm considering the electric system with the solar booster setup for a home addition. I love the idea of running a collector pipe though a wood fireplace also....

Posted by Tyler Forman Dec. 11, 2021, 5:08 p.m. Heating and cooling 1 Responses

什么是最好的墙体和屋顶隔热选择和防雨屏?

I am doing renovation and addition to the house and trying to make it as airtight as possible. After reading through multiple articles and your responses I was...

Posted by Valeriy Kraydman March 15, 2021, 3:32 p.m. Exterior cladding 0 Responses

What is the best choice for me, HRV or ERV?

I have a newly constructed 2000 sq ft home with Natural gas In floor Radiant heat. With the most updated energy codes. We are just looking for the best air exc...

Posted by John Oakes Jan. 10, 2020, 11:04 p.m. HRV and ERV 1 Responses

How do you seal up an old fireplace chimney?

I have an unused fireplace that feeds a lot of cold into the house so I would like to insulate and shut it. How can I do that in way where I may be able to use...

Posted by Gord Nov. 2, 2017, 10:06 a.m. Wood stove and biomass heat 3 Responses

为什么我的散热器发出噼里啪啦的声音?

I recently bought a home and have yet to spend a winter in it, so it is only just now that I turned on the heat and I'm a bit concerned - they make a crackling...

Posted by Heather Baird Dec. 11, 2017, 1:48 p.m. Heating with electricity 2 Responses

Should I use an air source heat pump in a Passive House?

I am looking to install a heat pump ,HRV, Radiant heat in the slab and a wood stove. do I need all this or can I do it wish just the heat pump? Or can you advi...

Posted by Iain cunningham March 27, 2019, 9:31 p.m. Heating and cooling 1 Responses