INFRA-RED GRILL
Makers of this new type of backyard barbecue argue that their technology cooks foods faster and more cleanly than traditional charcoal or gas grills by focusing heat where it’s needed.
RECYCLED PLASTIC COMPOSITE DECKING
Composite decking made with recycled plastics keep getting better. Most brands have solved some of the early drawbacks such as mold spotting and fading, and can be relied on to retain their color and strength for many years with minimal maintenance. The best brands use a high percentage of post-consumer plastics.
RECYCLED RUBBER PAVERS
Why choose rubber pavers that look like bricks over traditional brick and mortar? Two reasons: First, these pavers are not susceptible to harsh freeze-thaw temperature and moisture swings. Second, they’re water pervious. Their manufacture also helps reduce some of the 55 million or so automobile tires that end up in landfills each year in the United States.
RECYCLED TOILETS
New aggregate products use stable materials such as out-of-date porcelain toilets and bottle glass to create a colorful, durable mix that also keeps discarded items out of landfills.
RECYCLED PLASTIC FURNITURE
Several companies now sell outdoor chairs-Adirondack chairs, benches, and so on-made from recycled plastics. We recommend products made from post-consumer HDPE, available from companies such as Poly-Wood
www.polywoodinc.com.
RAINWATER SYSTEM
A rainwater harvesting system to supply irrigation water is a must for any serious landscape design. A good system will include a submerged cistern (the Carat model from
www.rainharvest.com is shown) or other storage method with pre-flush diverter to remove debris and unwanted particles before you tap into rainwater for plants, shrubs, and trees.
VAST RECYCLED RUBBER PAVERS VAST
Composite Pavers are made from up to 95% recycled materials. According to the maker, they can outperform other pavements, such as pavers with fly ash, by more than ten times. It is the first composite material in the world made almost entirely of recycled materials with the strength, durability, and natural appearance to replace concrete. The grid install system saves time and labor and the product weighs only 8.2 pounds per square versus 30-plus pounds per square for concrete permeable pavers, making them a good choice for flat and green roof applications.
http://vastpavers.com
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