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Host Steve Thomas tries to help a St. Paul couple make eco-smart improvements to their home, but fate seems to be against them. They'll try to build a porch out of Forest Stewardship Council-certified cedar, but they have the wrong wood! Steve then tries to install salvaged oak flooring in the dining room, but the floor's not level! Finally, they'll be able to install a rainwater catchment system made with wine barrels; that is, until the gutters start leaking.
Later, Steve helps a green inventor test his sunshade device on an unsuspecting neighbor. After that, Steve will pitch in with local electrical workers as they install the first wind turbine in Detroit, MI.
The house, before Steve & co. start to take it apart. (below)
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The renovations begin—a more efficient roof will mean a more efficient home inside.
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The situation will get messier before it gets cleaner.
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The porch was refinished, once the wood issue was sorted out—they wanted Forest Stewardship Council-certified wood, but didn't get the right type of wood, at least not at first. But it will all be worth the effort in the end!
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Products featured in this episode:
Hardwood Floors from The ReUse Center
Recycled Wine Barrel from Barrel Depot
Pre-engineered Sunshade Modules
Aluminum Sunshades from Soe Soe Brise Soleil System
Energy Conservation from Warm Training Center
Watch: Renovation Nation: Energy Audit (Video)
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