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Many homeowners are looking to save energy — and save money — in the process. Plastics can help maximize those efforts. Whether you’re building a new home or looking to remodel, plastic can help you achieve a more energy efficient home — from simple fixes like plastic window insulation to wrapping your home in insulating plastic film. Plastics are essential to making many emerging energy technologies, like solar panels, more effective and affordable. Advancements in plastic materials, like plastic composite lumber, can help your backyard deck look like new for years to come.
New Plastic-Wood Composites Are a Great Way to Recycle
Don’t be fooled by a convincing faux finish – the “wood” on and in your walls, doors, window frames, decorative molding and outdoor decking and fencing might [...]
Read MoreInsulation is Sexy, and Obama Agrees!
Submitted on Dec 15, 2009
This week at a press conference in Alexandria, Virginia, President Obama discussed the economic impacts of energy saving home retrofits at a Virginia Home Depot.
Category: Buildings & Homes
10 Tips for Making Your Home More Energy Efficient
Submitted on Nov 24, 2009
Read these tips to learn how to keep the chills out of your house this winter.
Category: Buildings & Homes
Preserve Everyday Tableware is Designed for Consumers to Keep
Submitted on Nov 24, 2009
A leader in the personal care products field, Preserve expands their line of recycled plastic offerings to include tableware.
Category: Buildings & Homes
First Plastic Bridge Holds Army’s Heaviest Tank
Submitted on Nov 18, 2009
Watch as the new bridge made of recycled plastic supports a 70-ton tank.
Category: Buildings & Homes • Eco Solutions
How Plastic is Keeping the Troops Cool in Iraq
Submitted on Nov 18, 2009
Spray foam raises energy efficiency and cools tents in Iraq.
Category: Buildings & Homes
The Solar Decathlon Puts Minds–and Matter–To The Test
Submitted on Nov 18, 2009
This year's solar decathlon, hosted by the U.S. Department of Energy, showcases some of the most innovative architecture and engineering designs.
Category: Buildings & Homes • Solar Decathlon
Rise in Popularity of Plastic Designer Furniture
Submitted on Nov 3, 2009
Plastic furnishings make a comeback with their stylish shapes, affordable prices, and durability.
Category: Buildings & Homes • Fashion & Design
Post-industrial plastic roofing shingles
Submitted on Nov 3, 2009
Homeowners everywhere are realizing the value and ease of roof shingles made of reclaimed materials.
Category: Buildings & Homes
Demand for plastic composite lumber building materials at an all-time high
Submitted on Nov 3, 2009
Home builders put composite and plastic lumber in high demand because of it’s long life span, minimal maintenance requirements, and strength when exposed to the elements.
Category: Buildings & Homes
[Video Feature] Easy DIY Hot Water Insulation Tip
Submitted on Nov 3, 2009
Jodi Marks, home improvement expert and television host shows how you can insulate your hot water pipes with these easy-to-install plastic parts at Solar Decathlon in Washington, DC. Easy DIY Hot Water Insulation Tip from Plastics Make it Possible on Vimeo.
Category: Buildings & Homes • Solar Decathlon
