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Best 15 Green Building Material Companies in Massachusetts

ByJim Pritchard September 8, 2023November 8, 2024

Are you located in Massachusetts and looking for a builder to help you with a sustainable building project? Well, this article has got you covered. We present 15 of the best Green Building Material Companies in Massachusetts to help you decide which is right for you.

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Best 13 Sustainable Building Material Companies In Ohio

ByJim Pritchard August 18, 2023November 8, 2024

Are you an Ohio resident looking for an eco-conscious building contractor to work with? Then look no further! This article provides a list of the best 13 sustainable building material companies in Ohio to help your project meet its sustainability goals.

A photograph of a white composite wood fence made from pickets of varying lengths to create a curved shape between each set of posts. The posts have pyramid-shaped finials. There is a grass lawn in the foreground and trees and the roof of a house in the background. In the bottom right of the image is a cartoon woman looking at the fence in a thoughtful manner. across the top of the image are the words, "Can I Use Composite Wood for a Fence? Pros and Cons."

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Can I Use Composite Wood for a Fence? Pros and Cons

ByJim Pritchard May 6, 2023June 6, 2024

Is it a good idea to use composite wood for a fence? What are the pros and cons? This article explains the reasons why you might consider composite wood for a fence.

Four photographs of plastic wood composite products, ranging from a pergola, fencing, and decking, to siding. Across the bottom are the words, "5 Plastic Composite Wood Products You Can Use Today."

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5 Plastic Composite Wood Products You Can Use Today

ByJim Pritchard May 4, 2023October 13, 2024

Plastic composite wood products are a great choice for many building applications, particularly outdoor uses where durability and resistance to the elements is vital. This article looks at 5 examples of wood plastic composite (WPC) products and answers some common questions about them.

A deck made from synthetic wood decking outside a bungalow. The decking material is mid-brown and has a black railing all around and an access ramp. The house's walls are clad with wooden siding and have large windows and sliding doors. Across the top of the photograph are the words, "Synthetic Wood Decking: What It Is And Why You Should Use It." In the bottom right is an icon showing a person with their hands raised in a questioning manner with three question marks above their head.

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Synthetic Wood Decking: What It Is And Why You Should Use It

ByJim Pritchard April 21, 2023October 13, 2024

Synthetic wood decking is a great choice for the environmentally-conscious homeowner. But what is it and what advantages does it offer? This article covers these questions in detail.

An eco-friendly deck in the backyard of a home. There is a money and budget icon in the bottom right corner showing paper money and coins with the words, "budget for success". The words "Building An Eco-Friendly Deck (While Staying Within Budget)" are written across the top of the image in white letters.

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Building An Eco-Friendly Deck (While Staying Within Budget)

ByErin Shine April 10, 2023October 13, 2024

Building an eco-friendly deck doesn’t need to break the bank. This article explains how to build an eco-friendly deck while staying within budget. Click here to learn more.

Two Photographs side by side showing decking areas made from TimberTech (left) and Trex (right). The left hand deck has dining furniture on it and is light brown. The deck on the right is light gray and has a city skyline in the background. Across the top are the words "Which Is Better, Trex or TimberTech? Composite Decks Compared." The letters "VS" are in the center.

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Which Is Better, Trex or TimberTech? Composite Decks Compared

ByJim Pritchard April 6, 2023May 4, 2024

These two are the heavyweights of the composite decking world, but which is better – Trex or TimberTech? This article compares the two brands across a range of the most common features so you can decide which is better for your next project.

A photograph of a stylish decking area with a balcony that juts out over a green lawn. The deck has a gray glass outdoor dining table and six gray mesh-backed chairs. The decking boards are light brown and have a visible grain. The building the deck abuts has large windows along its length. There is also a large overhang on the building with prominent wooden beams that partially covers the decking area. The railing around the decking has black metal posts, steel wire cross-pieces and wood-effect handrail. In the bottom right hand corner is an icon showing a person reading a book. The words "TimberTech Composite Decking - Everything You Need To Know" appear across the top of the image.

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TimberTech Composite Decking – Everything You Need To Know

ByJim Pritchard April 5, 2023August 27, 2024

TimberTech composite decking is a good choice for a durable and eco-friendly deck for your home. But with all the different options and features available at different price points, choosing the right one for your home can be confusing. This article guides you through the types, price points, and features available to help you decide.

Two photographs side by side. The left hand photo is of a composite deck being built and the one on the right is a wooden deck under construction. In the centre at the bottom is an icon of a small boy holding two green "greater than and less than" symbols in a questioning way. Across the top of the image are the words "Composite Decking-What Is It And Is It Better Than Wood?"

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Composite Decking-What Is It And Is It Better Than Wood?

ByJim Pritchard April 2, 2023October 13, 2024

Composite decking is becoming a popular option for many householders these days. In this article, we look at the pros and cons of composite decking, including whether it’s better than wood for use on a garden deck.

Two photographs side-by-side of Trex Decking installations. The left hand image shows a square elevated decking area with steps leading up to the square seating area that has a dining table and chairs with a parasol above. There are black railings around the decking area and along the stairs. The image on the right shows a decked area that is covered with a wooden roof that has large beams. The deck appears to run along the side of a house and has wicker chairs and a coffee table with a glass top. There are palm trees growing in the garden just beyond the decking. There is an information icon in the center of the image showing an open book with the letter "I" popping out of it. Along the bottom are the words "Trex Decking - Everything You Need to Know (Pros and Cons)."

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Trex Decking – Everything You Need to Know (Pros and Cons)

ByJim Pritchard April 1, 2023May 1, 2024

Trex decking is becoming a popular alternative to standard wood decking, but why is this? This article examines the pros and cons of trex decking to understand why everyone’s talking about this innovative and sustainable building material.