Habitat for Humanity had it right when they decided to include green features such as bamboo flooring in their houses. It's a renewable resource and costs 25% - 50% less then hard wood flooring.
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Renovation Nation 2: Build Green, Use Bamboo
Habitat for Humanity had it right when they decided to include green features such as bamboo flooring in their houses. It's a renewable resource and costs 25% - 50% less then hard wood flooring.
Added: May 6, 2009
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