A high performance house is one built using best practices for maximum energy efficiency, improved indoor air quality, limited waste and a long-range approach to utilizing resources responsibly.
Sounds like green building? It is, but with an emphasis on the end-users gains rather than the builders inputs.
Look online for good sources for high-performance, green building products such as concrete stains, natural wood stains, paint strippers, coating tools and protective sealers.
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Building like this makes sense, maximizes efficiency and minimizes waste.
For more tips on details to include to achieve maximum performance in your house, check out our green building page.
For free and premium house plans using green and efficient design, visit FreeGreen.
Learn all about building performance using SIPs or structural insulated panels.
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