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Facilitating
A Green NYC Bathroom Remodeling Project |
Everybody wants to create greener, healthier homes
these days: it’s healthier for you and for
our planet. But how do you go about greening your
New York City bathroom when you’re ready to
renovate? There are several elements to a bathroom
(NYC) that are perfect opportunities for choosing
non-toxic, water efficient or recycled products.
They include:
Low-Flush Toilets
The toilet is by far the most used component in any Manhattan bathroom.
Style is essential and so whichever model you choose it should
fit into your NYC bathroom’s design, but by choosing a low-flow
toilet you can dramatically reduce your water wastage. These 1.6-gallon
low flush toilets can reduce water use by 12,000 gallons per year.
Using a dual-flush (0.9 gpf/1.6 gpf) toilet can reduce water consumption
by even more—at least 30%.
Green Flooring
New York City bathroom flooring has to be able to withstand moisture
and heat without warping, which is why tile has traditionally been
the most popular and practical choice. If you want a green tile
option, consider recycled glass tiles, or engineered stone tiles.
Wood flooring is also a good choice as it adds a warmth and sophistication
to the room. Green wood flooring options include engineered wood,
cork or bamboo. While wood bathroom (NYC) flooring can be problematic
because of warping, both cork and bamboo are naturally resistant
to mold, mildew and bacteria, and naturally repel moisture—all
valuable qualities for a green Manhattan bathroom floor.
Green Countertops
The same companies that produce solid surface and recycled NYC
kitchen countertops produce materials that can be used in your
eco-friendly NYC bathroom. Engineered stone, recycled fiber, recycled
solid surface, recycled aluminum and concrete countertops are all
eco-friendly, durable, and low-maintenance alternatives to tile
or natural stone countertops.
Low-VOC Paint for the Walls
When repainting your bathroom, choose low or zero VOC paints. Why?
Traditional paints contain toxic chemicals—or volatile organic
compounds (VOC)--like solvents, heavy metals, chemical residuals,
formaldehyde or other harmful preservatives that off-gas into the
air, creating an unhealthy environment for you and your family.
Luckily, many companies today offer low or zero VOC alternatives
for both interior surfaces. And since they come in a staggering
array of colors, your Manhattan bathroom design won’t have
to suffer.
Recycled Tiles for Walls or Flooring
Tile is by far the most popular choice for bathroom walls and flooring.
Why? It doesn’t buckle or warp from moisture and it’s
really easy to clean: all you need is a damp sponge! For those
looking to green their bathroom renovation (NYC) projects, choose
recycled glass or metal tiles, engineered stone tiles, or recycled
leather tiles.
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