The Green Home: A Decision Making Guide for Owners and Builders
- ISBN-10
- 113301884X
- ISBN-13
- 9781133018841
- Category
- Ecological houses
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2010
- Publisher
- Nelson Education
- Author
- Lynn Underwood
Description
This book is dedicated to teaching builders and homeowners alike about environmentally-friendly residential construction. This practical resource explores the very latest construction techniques, materials, processes, and green practices that will reduce the environmental impact of the building itself.
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