Rosi Lehr

Eco-friendly and recycled sounds great but lets examine this, recycled plastic and sawdust manufactured for long term outdoor exposure with extreme weather temperatures and standing water.

FSC certified products can be bought from any retailer but not just any retailer can give you the necessary paperwork for LEED projects. A common misconception is that if the product is labeled FSC certified than you are eligible for LEED points. This is not correct.

Ipe decking and ipe wood is not readily available everywhere. This tropical hardwood is sought after for many reasons and used in various applications. If you are familiar with ipe than you know that decking and outdoor siding as well as railing and other outdoor applications are the most popular applications as well as flooring. The reason for this is the strength and durability of this wood as well as the beauty. So where can you get this wonderful material and what do you need to look for?

The Forest Stewardship Council is the only certification system that can obtain the certified wood credit for the U.S. Green Building Council’s LEED projects. In 2013, green commercial and industrial new construction projects will jump to 25% and 20% for green residential new construction from 2% in 2005.

Ipe decking is the natural choice for strength, longevity, pest and mold resistance. Accept no immitation.