Sensitivity/ Discussions

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 April 27, 2020, 1:01 p.m. Healthy indoor air quality 1 Responses

Where can I find caulking and adhesives without antimicrobial (biocides) chemicals?

Although many caulking and adhesive products are now solvent-free and NO or LOW VOC, many contain synthetic antimicrobials or "antifungals" or mildewcides, or ...

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

Can foam boards cause a chemical reaction?

Recently I was old SM foam may have a chemical reaction 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

Are there non-toxic quartz kitchen counters?

我有疾病,不能忍受任何类型的气味和主流的建筑产品,如粉笔、油漆、胶水等。我们挑选了我们的曲…

Posted by Jackie kierulf 2018年6月27日上午11:08 Healthy indoor air quality 2 Responses

如何从窗户的外部密封水和空气,但不产生蒸汽密封?

I am following your technique to seal the windows from inside that is to use Rockwool to insulate the gap and tape for water, air and vapor barrier. I am conce...

Posted by Piyush Prince Nov. 7, 2018, 12:10 a.m. Windows and doors 1 Responses

Alternativ for Garage Epoxy - Considering both look & economically?

嗨,我想给我的车库地板涂一层(到目前为止只是原始的混凝土板)。环氧树脂的最佳替代品是什么? 1)看起来2)防滑3)经济……

Posted by Kamatchi Kavi Feb. 21, 2021, 7:58 p.m. Paints, finishes and natural coatings 4 Responses

What is the best way to finish a concrete floor?

I contacted several concrete polishers and they each told me something different. Some say use epoxy, some say don’t, I've even had some people suggest wax or ...

Posted by Steven P. Aug. 17, 2017, 3:04 p.m. Flooring and stairs 1 Responses

What is the best septic system if we plan on using the hydraloop

We have purchased a 14 acres parcel of land. We want to build an eco, self sufficient 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathrooms, kitchen sink, dishwasher,laundry sink and washi...

Posted by Genevieve Brunet Sept. 9, 2020, 9:16 p.m. Greywater Recycling 2 Responses

Where can I sell windows- Brand New, unopened?

I am in the process of a major addition and inspector changed his mind on my orig windows. I have 2 Pinnacle 2638/44, 6-lite eyebrow (swing out) that I would l...

Posted by Michael Parnell Sept. 9, 2020, 9:52 a.m. Recycled and Reclaimed Materials 1 Responses

Should you seal all rods and penetrations for a radon barrier?

是否值得在安装xps f之前,用水泥浆堵塞所有的杆孔,并使用像Radon seal这样的产品来提供水和气体屏障?

Posted by D H Dec. 25, 2020, 9:08 p.m. Healthy indoor air quality 1 Responses

我是否应该在三季别墅的天花板上使用防水层?

We are insulating roof from inside and then installing a wood ceiling. Wonder if there are any advantages to using a vapour barrier or whether this will actual...

Posted by Erica Pennell Sept. 14, 2021, 7:58 a.m. Wall assemblies - renovation 1 Responses

Self-build resources for DIY eco homes in Canada?

I'm looking to (mostly) DIY build a small high efficiency home as an ADU in southern Ontario, and am looking for resources to help me plan and execute. Do you ...

Posted by Alex Angel 2022年6月9日上午11:57 Planning and Design 1 Responses

如何密封和通风的1901年房子的部分内脏里诺?

I'm renovating a 1901 house, detached wood frame with stone foundation. We are creating a ~1500SF owner's duplex on the 2nd floor and former attic. The basemen...

Posted by Zach Zill Feb. 7, 2021, 4:33 p.m. Air and vapour barriers 0 Responses

Is there a safe MDF? formaldehyde & anti-fungicide free, etc? Or a green sealant?

I like the look of MDF wall tiles for a green-build modern cottage I'm constructing. It also saves wall prep , texturing, layers of painting, dust and all the ...

Posted by Elize St Charles May 23, 2020, 10:52 p.m. Wood and organic materials 1 Responses

在新不伦瑞克,海边的房子最好的墙是什么?

The house will be subject to strong winds and rain, and a high level of humidity (often 100%). We have now installed a air heating floor (Legallet), the roof i...

Posted by Nathalie Lacaille Jan. 6, 2021, 9:36 a.m. Wall assemblies - new construction 0 Responses

Is sealing basement concrete floor against radon a good idea?

Now that I have removed everything from my basement, I have this nice pristine unfinished concrete floor and walls. I have heard of a product called radon bl...

Posted by Tim Hanrahan Sept. 18, 2020, 3:11 a.m. Radon in Homes - Mitigation 3 Responses

How to sell an item? I have 2 cans of unused deck paint...

I have 2 cans of really good behr deck paint to sell We don't buy or sell used building materials, but check this page for tips on how and where you can find l...

Posted by Ashleigh Franklin Dec. 2, 2020, 1:43 p.m. Recycled and Reclaimed Materials 2 Responses

什么是封闭爬行空间和隔离的最好方法?

Hi I was wondering what's the best way to seal a crawl space and insulate? Currently it is a vented space. Should the vents be closed permanently? The floor jo...

Posted by Steven Johnston Feb. 23, 2021, 12:35 p.m. Crawl spaces 1 Responses