Eco-Smart Cabinets, Countertops and Backsplashes: Today, there are a wide variety of environmentally friendly kitchen cabinets available for your home. Many of these options are made from rapidly renewable resources and reclaimed materials. Wheatboard cabinets, for example, are covered with wood veneers. Manufacturers offer these cabinets with ultra low VOC, water based adhesives and finishes for better indoor air quality. You may find out more about this healthy and affordable option from Humabuilt Cabinets.
Bamboo is another quick growing renewable resource that is used for cabinets. You can contact a bamboo cabinet manufacturer about special glue options for individuals with chemical sensitivities. Plyboo, Kirei, and Eco Supply Center are just three of the many companies that are innovating modern bamboo cabinetry.
Countertops and backsplashes are going Green too. Paperstone is an attractive solid countertop made from paper content that is hard like stone. Bamboo is another great choice for countertops. There are a number of eco-friendly companies that make glass tiles out of recycled glass, which makes for stunning backsplashes. Importantly, glass tiles do not give off emissions and won't damage indoor air quality.
If you use disposable styrofoam plates or plasticware for any reason, consider non-styrofoam eco-friendly alternatives. EcoWare™ is available both in wholesale for schools, churches and organizations and in retail varieties in specialty stores and online vendors. |
