Lots of pane equals “Eco-gain”

Ever tried to measure you “carbon Footprint” in the world? Or wondered if you might build your very own Eco friendly house in the middle of nowhere? Interested in Biofuel, wind power or solar energy? Well, it might surprise you to learn that double glazing your home, wherever it is in the world, can both enhance the original building and give you plenty of “Brownie points” in Eco Construction. [Read more...]

Environmentally Friendly Homes

With spiralling energy costs, many of us are now turning to greener ways of using and saving energy.  It can range from simply changing to environmentally friendly light bulbs, fitting draft excluders and turning down your thermostat to major changes such as underflow heating and cavity wall insulation.  Some companies offer what is now known as a “green mortgage”, a condition that the money lent to you will be used for “green improvements” to your home.  [Read more...]