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Natural Cork EcoCork Series

Mon, 28 Nov 2005 02:40:21 +0100

Natural Cork Eco Cork Series

Protected with 3 coats of a durable UV cured acrylic finish
Provides a comfortable cushion underfoot because it will give when compressed
Easy to install snap together system
This cork flooring system is comprised of one by three foot (nominal) planks
Consist of 3 layers; a surface layer of 100% high density cork, a middle layer of pre-cut tongue and groove exterior grade fiberboard featuring Clic technology, and a final layer of cork for insulation
$89 Shipping our store

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Natural CORK presents EcoCORK, an economically priced floating floor plank of uncompromised quality. There are eight beautiful colors and patterns available featuring a high-density fiberboard center core with the CLIC installation system. EcoCORK is harvested and manufactured according to the strict ecologically correct standards of all Natural CORK products. It is safe for the natural world as well as the human indoor environment. With all of the expected benefits of cork flooring, EcoCORK is quiet, comfortable, warm, and beautiful.

Price: $3.27

Countertop Stainless Steel/Stoneware Compost Pail

Mon, 31 Aug 2009 00:33:39 +0100

A popular product that allows you to attractively store your kitchen scraps for composting on your counter until you are ready to take it to the compost pile. The active carbon filter helps filter our the smells of the compost while on your counter.

18/8 Stainless steel with a polished body and lid
Capacity: 1 Gallon
2 charcoal filters for controlling odors are included
Safe for the Dishwasher

Price: $39.99

Forbo Marmoleum Natural Linoleum Sheet Flooring

Sun, 09 Jul 2006 21:30:06 +0100

Create fun designs while being enviromentally friendly

Marmoleum is a fun, safe material made of linseed oil, rosin from pine trees, wood flour, cork flour, and finely ground limestone on a sturdy jute backing. It's colored using ecologically responsible, organic pigments that do not contain heavy metals such as lead as is the case in many other pigments. Marmorleum comes in a roll 79 inches wide and cut to the length you desire. Patterns and designs are easily made by mixing one of the many colors available. The materials versitility allows for it to be cut into any shape for an extreamly high level of customability.

Marmoleum click is a high-quality product and the ideal flooring for most rooms in the home, from the hallway, kitchen and children’s rooms, where traffic is likely to be heaviest, to the living room, or bedroom.

Marmoleum is purchased by the whole square yard. It comes on a 79" wide roll and 1 sq yd = 16.4x79".

Installation Guide

Ambering Brochure

Clean Living Brochure

Marmoleum Design Guide

Marmoleum Color Collection

Forbo Residential Warranty

Residential Care Guide

Price: $3.26

Athena Controllable Flush White

Fri, 07 Dec 2007 20:32:20 +0100

The Controllable Flush

The Controllable Flush turns your toilet into a dual-flush toilet, allowing you to conserve water and save money. Pull the handle up and you get a standard flush. The controllable flush is designed to work with toilets with 3.5-, 5- or 7-gallon tanks. Pulling the handle up utilizes your toilet tank’s full capacity. Push the handle down and hold for a few seconds and you flush only about 1.5 gallons. Most of the time this is all you need to do to make your toilet work properly, and by doing so you’ll save hundreds of gallons a month.

The controllable flush is made for toilets built before 1994 when low-flow toilets became required in new homes. A common complaint about low-flow (1.6 gallons per flush) toilets is that sometimes you need to flush them two or three times to get them to do the job. This defeats their intended purpose: water conservation. Used correctly, the Controllable Flush can save the average household up to 35,000 gallons a year.

Price: $29.95

SoyCrete Architectural Concrete Stain

Thu, 07 Jun 2007 18:18:07 +0100

SoyCrete^tm

Architectural Soy Concrete Stain

Acid Stain Alternative
No Hazmat Disposal Concerns
Safer & Faster Installation
Significant Time & Cost Savings
Green Building LEED Compliant

Install the world's most innovative bio-based decorative concrete stain with confidence and safety. You will be the talk of the town as you create unique decorative stain finishes made from eco-friendly, rapidly renewable resource materials unlike any other on the market today. The preferred acid stain alternative!

A professional grade, semi-transparent architectural penetrating concrete stain made from bio-based soy technology. An acid-free, non toxic concrete stain alternative that is ideal for all interior and exterior porous surfaces such as: concrete, masonry, brick, stucco, fiber cement, rammed earth and natural stone surfaces. The advanced technology will provide you with more than double the spread rate (400-600 sq.ft. p/gal) compared to competitive products. You simply can't find a safer, more flexible or more affordable decorative concrete stain.

Our true penetrating concrete stain produces natural color variations and tones creating a beautiful rich finish unique to each surface. Unlike traditional concrete stain products or floor paint, there is no film or topical coating to peel, chip, or to be worn away. Instead of reacting with the concrete surface with a volatile chemical reaction such as acid staining, our soy ester technology penetrates and absorbs into the substrate surface. It is a very similar penetrating result you see from oil stains, which are next to impossible to completely remove without affecting the substrate. With SoyCrete^tmyou will have a beautiful, long lasting designer finish to be proud of at a fraction of the cost of conventional stain or paint products.

For existing acid stained or integral colored concrete surfaces, SoyCrete^tm is an excellent compliment to add consistent color variations, make repairs or design images such as pictures, logo's, etc. You can easily repair and rejuvenate surfaces with more consistency and control. With virtually unlimited custom color options, it is also an ideal replacement for topical paint products used for murals, decorative stone art, stucco, drywall, and brick to achieve a stylish long lasting integrated finish.

"Goof Proof" Technology: Installing your decorative stain finish has never been made easier. Want to lighten, darken, or even change colors? There hasn't been a scenario where a versatile solution couldn't provide the flexible field adjustments required for those surprising changes or conditions. There is simply no other product that can match the safety, versatility, or performance of SoyCrete^tmPenetrating Concrete Stain.

Recommend For:

Green Building, air quality and environmentally compliant interior or exterior applications. Use where a safe premium quality concrete stain is desired. Our concrete stains offer unlimited design flexibility left only to your imagination without the hazards of toxic chemical compounds. Only pennies per square foot. Used for:

Floors & Walls	Tilt-Up Concrete
Walkways	Brick-Masonry Walls
Garage Floors	Rammed Earth
Driveways	Natural Stone & Tile
Wall Murals	Faux Finishing
Decks & Patios	Decorative Art
Brick Pavers	Landscape Borders & Hardscapes

Finish Sealers:

Once you are satisfied with your decorative stain look, you should apply Acri-Soy^tmsealer (satin or gloss) to seal and protect the stain with a lock-in protective sealant that will provide optimum long term protection. You may also elect to install our high traffic, abrasion resistant zero VOC acrylic-urethane clear coat (Eco-Tuff^tmClear Coat), or other finishes such as a high gloss polyurethane, polyurea, carnauba wax or other compatible finish coats for enhanced performance objectives.

Available Colors:

SoyCrete comes in a tint base available for color mixing. (Colors shown are actual photos of stained gray concrete surfaces. Viewing colors on a monitor or in print will vary and should be used as representatives of color shades available).

Our stain finish colors are semi-transparent and not intended to create a solid color finish like topical paints, stains or coatings. These are penetrating architectural decorative finishes that provide semi-transparent contrasts, variations and tones unique to each surface similar to acid staining, but with more consistency. Do not apply SoyCrete^tmif you are looking for a traditional solid topical color paint-like finish.

Keep in mind that the existing substrate color, texture and porosity will affect the final color shade outcome. When choosing a standard or custom color tone you are selecting a palette color range. To achieve more consistent color tones or enhanced faux finishing techniques, you may consider applying a base stain coat in white or with additional coats. You may always mix other colors to enhance or darken your base color selection. To lighten colors, simply apply water and wipe areas to desired shade. The unique and advanced technology of our stains provides you with the ultimate versatility in adjusting your desired colors.

Want to test our colors with your substrate first? Please speak with an Eco Associate about our 2 ounce color samples. A sure way to view color variation and tones that you can expect upon full installation. Simply apply and remove with soap and water within 6 hours.

SoyCrete Packaging:

1 gallon cans or 5 gallon pails

Features:

Bio-Based Soy Technology
Rapidly Renewable Resource Material
Green Building LEED Compliant
Non-Toxic, Non Flammable
Very Low VOC
Virtually Odorless
Penetrating Stain, Will Not Chip or Peel
Does Not Alter Surface Friction
Beautiful Semi-Transparent Designs
Water Resistant
Stain Resistant
Safe, Easy, High Spread Application
"Goof Proof" Technology

Application Data:

Thoroughly clean and remove oils, waxes, coatings, etc. that may prohibit penetration. Surfaces must be porous for proper penetration. If necessary, abrade surface by sanding, grinding or non hazardous concrete etch. Apply material to a clean, dry surface using a lambswool applicator, 3/8” nap roller, brush, squeegee or low pressure spray in a thin even coat. The product may be thinned by no more than 10% with clean water for industrial sprayer applications if necessary. Back-roll or wipe to avoid puddles and to maintain an even thin coat application. When satisfied with the decorative look, allow the area to cure for a minimum of 4-6 hours, depending on environmental conditions. After cure time apply Acri-Soy^tmsealer (satin or gloss) to seal and finalize the installation with a lock-in protective sealant for long term protection.

Click here for the SoyCrete Installation Guide

Technical Data:

Read all instructions carefully and refer to product Material Safety Data Sheet.
Color: Tint Base
VOC: <25 g/l
Odor: Low, Soy Ester
Shelf Life: 1 year
Coverage: 400-600 sq.ft./gal approximate
Temperature: 40°F min to 120°F max
Relative Humidity: 85% max, below 80% for best results.
Dry to Touch: 1 hour approximate
To Top Coat, if desired: 1 to 2 hours
To Seal: 4 to 6 hours
To Full Cure: 24 hours to 5 days

Soy Stain Life Expectancy:
As with any coating, there is no way of predicting the actual life span of the coating due to substrate variations, installation, application, environment and use. However, since SoyCrete^tmis not a topical coating, it will not flake or peel away. The stain will last as long as the substrate integrity is undamaged. If wear to the substrate occurs, it will inevitably begin to wear the stain. Vertical, non traffic applications will enjoy significant longer life spans. To ensure maximum life span expectancy, we recommend applying our Acri-Soy^tmsealers every 2-3 years or as needed.

Soy Stain Finish Colors:
Our stain finish colors are not paints or coatings, thus will not provide a solid color finish that match traditional color palettes. Do not apply SoyCrete^tmif you are looking for a traditional solid color paint-like finish. These are architectural decorative finishes that provide contrasts, variations and tones unique to each surface.

Keep in mind that the existing substrate color and porosity way heaviliy on the final color shade outcome. When choosing a standard or custom color tone you are selecting a palette color range. To achieve closer color tones you may consider applying a base stain coat in white. You may always mix other colors to enhance or darken your base color selection. To lighten colors, simply apply water and wipe areas to desired shade. The unique and advanced technology of our stains provides you with the ultimate versatility in adjusting your desired colors (see "Goof Proof" Technology). Be sure to make all changes before applying the sealer finish.

Price: $46.95

Recycled Porcelain Ceramic Tile

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 18:11:12 +0100

Porcelain Stone differs from ceramic tile in its manufacture, absorption and breaking strength. These inherent differences in the manufacturing processes and the quality of the raw materials make porcelain tile a superior product in terms of value, durability, color and design.

Porcelain Eco-Cycle contains a minimum 40% recycled content.

Styles

Earth

Marshland

Night Air

Wetland

Pine Barron

Plymouth Rock

Grand Canyon

Price: $4.54

Natural Linoleum Countertops

Mon, 10 Nov 2008 18:21:27 +0100

Marmoleum makes a beautiful counter top option as well as being an extremely durable flooring option. Our natural linoleum counter tops are available in over 100 colors, can have rounded edges or an applied wood or metal edge. In addition to looking wonderful, linoleum counter tops are very affordable. Installation starts around $40 per square foot.

Benefits of using Marmoleum as a countertop:

• warm & inviting to the touch
• fingerprint resistant
• naturally anti-bactericidal
• anti-static
• durable
• easy to maintain
• repairable
• does not easily show minor scratches & wear
• available in wide range of colors to meet design needs

If you would like an estimate, please click below, fill out the form and return it to us.

NBH Countertop Estimate Request Form

Price: $40.00

Insulator One Sided 4x6

Tue, 14 Oct 2008 17:58:36 +0100

Save Money By Insulating your Hot Water Heater!

The versatile Insulator is made from recycled cotton with an aluminum backing. You can use it to insulate your hot water heater. The insulating jacket can reduce heat loss by an appreciable 25–40%, which represents a saving of up to around 9% on your annual water heating costs! Insulating your water heater can pay for itself in about a year! This is a simple way to save money!

Easy To Use and Install, No Itch or Skin Irritation
Superior Acoustical Performance
Excellent Thermal Performance
Class-A Fire Rating
Mold, Mildew, and Pest Resistant
No Formaldehyde or Harmful Irritants
99.5% Pure Aluminum Foil Facing

Dimensions: 3/8" x 4' x 6'

The Insulator is applied with the aluminum on the outside of the component you are insulating. R-Values according to the heat flow direction are:

Heat Flowing Up: 7.85
Heat Flowing Down: 16.39
Heat Flowing Horizontally: 9.91

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Price: $29.95

White 1.5 Earth Massage Showerhead

Sat, 07 Jul 2007 20:38:24 +0100

This showerheads comes in a 1.5 gallon per minute (gpm) white massage head option. Typical showerheads use 2.5 gpm or 25 gallons of water during a 10 minute shower. This means that a family of four, each taking 10 minute showers, uses 100 gallons a day or 36,500 gallons a year. By swiching to a low-flow showerhead the same family could save 14,600 gallons of water. This translates into a water bill savings of $42 annually.
Price: $19.99

1.5 Kitchen Sink Aerator

Wed, 20 Jun 2007 21:52:47 +0100

Highly efficient chrome-plated brass faucet aerator. Easy to install. Putting one on your kitchen sink will save thousands of gallons of water each year as a standard kitchen sinks use at least 2.5 gpm. This aerator can add up to a substantial savings in water costs and the cost of heating the water throughout the year.
Price: $4.25

1.0 Bathroom Sink Aerator

Wed, 20 Jun 2007 21:59:04 +0100

Highly efficient chrome-plated brass faucet aerator. Provides an even spray pattern. Easy to install. Putting one on every bathroom sink in the house will save thousands of gallons of water each year. This can add up to a substantial savings in water costs and the cost of heating the water.
Price: $4.30