building materials
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 MoreHow Prefab Homes May be the Way of the Future
Submitted on Apr 6, 2010
One company in the U.K. shows why these houses have so much potential.
Category: Buildings & Homes
Increase in Construction is Good News for Plastics Manufacturers
Submitted on Jan 20, 2010
For the first time since 2005, manufacturers of plastic building products can expect demand for their products to increase this year.
Category: Buildings & Homes
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
[Video Feature] University of Kentucky Uses Innovative Recycled Plastic Decking at the Solar Decathlon
Submitted on Nov 2, 2009
Home improvement expert and television host Jodi Marks talks with University of Kentucky student Chad about how recycled plastics are used in their deck material instead of wood. Watch the video to hear Chad explain why the plastic composite is a better choice than alternative materials. University of Kentucky Uses Innovative Recycled Plastic Deckin [...]
Category: Buildings & Homes • Eco Solutions • Solar Decathlon
[Video Feature] Welcome to Solar Decathlon!
Submitted on Nov 2, 2009
Join Jodi Marks, home improvement expert and television host, as she introduces us to the Solar Decathlon. Plastics Make it Possible was there to talk about the innovative ways plastic materials can be incorporated into building and construction projects to make the finished product more energy efficient. In this video, Jodi talks us through what [...]
Category: Buildings & Homes • Events • Solar Decathlon
The Use Of Plastics In Building And Construction: Providing Energy-Efficient Solutions
Submitted on Oct 20, 2009
From residential homes to commercial buildings, hospitals and schools, architects and designers rely on plastics to help maximize durability and improve energy efficiency and performance. Properly installed plastic building products can help reduce energy and maintenance costs and potentially reduce a homeowner’s carbon footprint. In fact, a one-ye [...]
Category: Buildings & Homes
Installing Plastic Crown Molding
Submitted on Oct 1, 2009
Sprucing up your space? Plastic molding is easy to install and styles can be found that fit any budget.
Category: Buildings & Homes
