Reclaimed materials: a greener way to save6 of 7If a remodeling bargain isn't what you are after, using reclaimed materials has another benefit. It helps protect the environment. According to the Building Materials Reuse Association, the Beaverton, Ore., industry association, using reclaimed materials reduces the consumption of new resources, cuts down on the use of landfills and cuts pollution."If you go the salvage route, you're reducing the amount of waste in the landfills, saving money and are able to build something that's different than what everyone else is building," says Ferrence. Related Articles:4 steps to remodeling successRemodeling without home equityDo the math before remodelingTop 5 home renovationsRelated Links:Buy a home or remodelEfficient kitchen designSave with energy creditsKeep your home and love it advertisement
If a remodeling bargain isn't what you are after, using reclaimed materials has another benefit. It helps protect the environment. According to the Building Materials Reuse Association, the Beaverton, Ore., industry association, using reclaimed materials reduces the consumption of new resources, cuts down on the use of landfills and cuts pollution.
"If you go the salvage route, you're reducing the amount of waste in the landfills, saving money and are able to build something that's different than what everyone else is building," says Ferrence.
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