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Shades of Green
Your blueprint for green building construction and rehabilitation of affordable housing

Finishes

Avoiding toxic materials and energy wasting appliances is important, but how can you accomplish these goals and still meet the needs of affordability, attractiveness, and durability?

All the major categories are covered, with information on best products, practices and even suggestions on how to dispose of unused materials wisely: appliances, lighting fixtures, floor coverings, and wall treatments such as paint, paneling and cabinetry. Learn what you need to know to deal with governmental regulations concerning these efforts, and how make the best choices for your specific project.

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Preconstruction Foundations Building Envelope Home Completion Landscaping De-Construction Rehabbing
  • Interior Wall and Trims
  • Exterior Finishes
  • Plumbing, Electrical & Mechanical
  • Porches, Stairs & Ramps
  • Finishes
  • Concrete Flatwork

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E-Learning Videos
A combination of short informational and instructional videos, designed to help you effectively manage and develop your YouthBuild Green Building program.

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Green Tip Sheets

  • > What's Great About Being Green
  • > Green Certification At A Glance
  • > Green Building Basics
  • > Six Ways Your YouthBuild Program Can Go Green
  • > Introduction to Green Jobs: Green Building
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Tool Bench

  • > Advanced Framing Techniques
  • > Using Tankless Water Heaters
  • > Running A Blower Door Test
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  • Preconstruction
  • Foundations
  • Building Envelope
  • Home Completion
  • Landscaping
  • De-Construction
  • Rehabbing
  • Home
  • Green Glossary
  • Community of Practice
  • Videos
  • Contact Us
  • Help