Choose green materials

A green bathroom renovation doesn't need a stingy style. With unlimited colors and patterns, classic ceramic tiles are a green choice for maintenance, durability and low toxicity effects. Some tiles are highly recycled; recycled glass blocks are a viable way to do the right ecological things. Not buying new things can also be good green ideas. Consider replenishing your old bathtub or sink. Use professionals to get the best results. It's expected to pay $500 a barrel and $300 for a sink. You will save on installation costs.

LED lighting now produces satisfactory lighting quality in lamps and lanterns. It can only consume 2 to 15 watts, with less heat dissipation and a service life of 15-20 years. They cost three times as much as conventional fixtures, but use very little electricity and the payback can be as short as a year.

Paints and vinyl coverings often contain volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that threaten indoor air quality. Looking for green seal certified building materials. Green seal is a non-profit, independent organization that certifies that it is an environmentally friendly product. You can find low VOC options in paint and adhesives at your local home center.

Most of our landfills (estimated from 22% to 40%) come from construction waste. Any steps to reduce landfills may reduce the chance of groundwater contamination, odour and poor conditions of local landfills and, in some cases, high transport waste elsewhere. Most of the debris torn from the renovation is incurable, but old toilets, sinks, lamps, medicine cabinets and wash basins can be donated to organizations like habitat restore. In fact, it may be that someone is looking for their own green transformation.