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saint-gaudens. the envi bronze tile collection is made from 75% to 100% recycled metal refined from car radiators, copper pipes, and wires, says the company. the designer tiles are available in four finishes and sizes ranging from the 1?5/16-inch prism to the 3-inch square tile. tile liners and frames also are available for accenting glass and ceramic tile layouts. 760.891.0300. www.vsgmetalarts.com.

Product Review: Recycled-Content Tile

Recycled tile gives old materials new purpose and offers exciting looks for new and remodeled homes.

Landfill-bound glass, porcelain, and metal are finding new life as decorative tiles, providing exciting new options for walls and floors.

 

New Products

  • Solid Surfacing

    DuPont. The Corian Terra collection of solid surfaces, made with recycled materials, now includes 33 colors; five colors have at least 20% pre-consumer recycled resin content as certified by SCS.

     
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    New + Notable

    New products for green-built homes, including tankless water heaters, asthma and allergy-friendly paint, and a greywater system.

     
  • Low-VOC Finishes

    Vermont Natural Coatings. The company’s low-VOC wood finishes were developed in collaboration with the University of Vermont using whey protein, a byproduct of the dairy industry.

     
 

Product Review: Energy-Efficient Lighting

A guide to energy-efficient illumination.

Smaller Floor Plans Demand Creativity With Space, Design

Even as home sizes shrink, buyers still want warmth, amenities, and visual appeal, say Builders’ Show speakers.

 

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