Paints

  • Zero-VOC, Biodegradable Paint From The Old Fashioned Milk Paint Co.

    The Old Fashioned Milk Paint Co. SafePaint has the properties of the companys original milk paint, but is suitable for non-porous surfaces and offers a more uniform look over large areas. Made with milk protein, lime, clay, and earth pigments, the interior wall paint is solvent-free, contains zero...

     
  • 2009 Editors' Choice Awards

    Ten eco-friendly building products that bring new choices and solutions for addressing water and resource conservation, energy efficiency, indoor air quality, and site design.

     
  • EarthCraft House Builders’ Favorite Eco-Friendly Products

    EarthCraft suggests products from Nichiha, Cool Roof, LP TechShield, and more.

     
  • Zero-VOC Paints From Kelly Moore Paints

    The company has unveiled two new zero-VOC paints. Enviro Coat 100% acrylic no-VOC interior paint offers excellent hide, easy application, and water cleanup, the maker says. Green Coat waterborne no-VOC paint also cleans up with water and provides a tough, durable finish. In addition, 16 new colors...

     
  • Understanding Vapor Barriers

    The residential building industry has enough controversial construction techniques, incorrect product applications, antiquated codes, and old wives’ tales to confuse anybody seeking the right way to build. And vapor barriers rank high on that list.

     
  • New + Notable Green Building Products

    New products for eco-friendly homes, including zero-VOC paint, solar roof tiles, and permeable composite pavers.

     
  • Aura Bath and Spa Paint From Benjamin Moore

    The company has expanded its Aura low-VOC paint line to include Aura Bath & Spa, a matte-finish product specially formulated to lock out moisture and withstand heat and humidity, allowing its use in the steamy master bath. With its Color Lock technology, the paint never needs more than two...

     
  • Kilz Clean Start From MasterChem Industries

    Suitable for interior and exterior use, Kilz Clean Start zero-VOC water-based primer, sealer, and stainblocker improves, strengthens, and reduces top-coat paint appearance, the maker says. The low-odor product provides a mildew-resistant finish, blocks tannin bleed, and cleans up with soap and...

     
  • New + Notable Green Building Products

    Roofing, flooring, water filtration, and more products for sustainable homes.

     
  • Silverwoods Offers Natural Surroundings, Green Amenities on the Coast

    Tradtional homes in Bethany Beach offer greener living without sacrificing buyer must-haves

     
  • Low-Impact Living in Texas Hill Country

    Drawing energy from the sun and water from the rain, the "Tonalacalli" LEED-Platinum custom home in Austin lives in harmony with nature.

     
  • Naturals Plant-Based Finishes by AFM

    Naturals plant-based finishes contain no solvents or toxic ingredients such as preservatives or dryers. The products, which are SCS certified, help rejuvenate, weatherproof, and enhance the beauty of wood floors, fencing, timberwork, and decks, according to the firm. 619.239.0321.

     
  • Natura Zero-VOC Interior Paint by Benjamin Moore

    Natura zero-VOC interior paint is available in nearly 3,500 colors (plus limitless color-matching), with a waterborne colorant system that ensures the addition of colorant doesn’t affect VOC content. According to the company, the paint offers excellent hide and durability, dries quickly, is...

     
  • New and Notable Green Building Products

    A selection of new green building products, including a convenient greywater system, bamboo flooring, and zero-VOC paint.

     
  • Low-VOC Paints

    The company has added 18 new colors—including churlish green, cinder rose, and tanner’s brown, all shown here—to its paint lines, which include Estate Emulsion and Modern Emulsion low-VOC options. Estate Emulsion water-based paints are durable and wipeable, with a chalky matte finish and a 2%...

     
  • Green Products

    The right products keep the Builder LivingHome glowing green.

     
  • Can American Clay's Zero-VOC Finish Save Energy?

    American Clay study to test customer claims that its eco-friendly clay finish also saves energy.

     
  • Green Goods: Winning Strategy: How you can help builders get green points for promoting indoor air quality.

    Indoor air has become a huge issue in green building because it hits so close to home. Studies have shown indoor air can be even more dangerous than outdoor air, says the Environmental Protection Agency.

     
  • HUD Announces $131 Million for Lead Poisoning Prevention

    $70 million of grant money earmarked for lead-based-paint abatement in houses.

     
  • New + Notable Green Products

    New Green Building Products: LED lights, energy-efficient windows, solar water heating, low-flow faucets, and more.