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Is there a way I can improve the sealing around my windows to increase their efficiency?

— Brandon Washington, DC

Danny Kelly

Answered by Danny Kelly

KMC Green Team

March 18, 2010

Is there a way I can improve the sealing around my windows to increase their efficiency?

— Brandon Washington, DC

Answered by Danny Kelly on March 18, 2010

What can I put on my basement floor after I tear out the carpet to cure the spring thaw wetness?

— robert phernetton Frederic, WI

Answered by Scott Scherer on March 18, 2010

Which is a more sustainable choice: hardwood mulch or rock?

— Julia Tullahoma, TN

Answered by Aaron Roy Coffeen on March 18, 2010

We have a 400-foot driveway. Can you suggest a permeable or semi-permeable topping? The ground is very sandy and dusty when dry.

— Susan Zona Jacksonville, FL

Answered by Christian Kienapfel | AIA Architect | RA | LEED AP | Dipl.-Ing. Architekt (Germany) on March 18, 2010

What is the best way to insulate an existing frame floor that sits on an on-grade concrete slab? The floor cavities are uninsulated.

— Andrew McDowell Downingtown, PA

Answered by David Lavender on March 18, 2010

Ever heard of rubber tree wood? Is it a sustainable material for a cutting board?

— Theresa Carbrey Iowa City, IA

Answered by Susan Davis on March 18, 2010

Does a programmable thermostat really save 20% on my utility bills?

— Brenda Nabors Brooklyn, NY

Answered by Steve Saunders on March 15, 2010

What is a good drought-tolerant turf suitable for the Denver, CO area?

— Cameron P Kruger AIA Denver, CO

Answered by Aaron Roy Coffeen on March 15, 2010

My floors were coated with oil-based polyurethane three years ago. Should I apply a low-VOC water-based coat over it or is offgassing done?

— Kim Stern Greenwich, CT

Answered by Bill Bradbury on March 15, 2010

We are having water pressure issues after repiping the entire house. How do we program the recirculating pump after the repipe?

— Arline Goeschel Las Vegas, NV

Answered by Bill Bradbury on March 15, 2010

Will I be able to combine the de-superheater on my geothermal heat pump with my solar water-heating system?

— Jesse Meyer

Answered by darren brinkley on March 15, 2010

We need a safe and effective way to insulate our basement concrete walls. Which wall stud configuration and insulation are recommended?

— Rachael Riverside, IL

Answered by adam hillhouse on March 12, 2010

Does priming and painting OSB help prevent offgassing?

— Kevin Hanrahan Smyrna, TN

Answered by Amy Green on March 12, 2010

I'm considering replacing my 40-gallon gas water heater with a tankless system in my Southern California home.

— steven Flanigan West Hills, CA

Answered by Gary Shlifer LEED AP+ H, LEED AP+ BD&C on March 12, 2010

I want to recycle my wastewater and harvest my rainwater. Can you help?

— Jonathan Redwood City, CA

Answered by Christian Kienapfel | AIA Architect | RA | LEED AP | Dipl.-Ing. Architekt (Germany) on March 12, 2010

 

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