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‘Show Me the Money’: Investment Real Estate Goes Green

Thu, 27 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

100 Influences That Have Shaped the Buildings Market: Page 3

Mon, 09 Jan 2006 00:00:00 GMT

2007 Editors’ Choice: Top Product Picks

Fri, 01 Jun 2007 00:00:00 GMT

This annual report highlights 100 solutions to your facilities' challenges, as selected by the Buildings editorial staff

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25 Steps for Effective Toxic Mold Removal

Tue, 01 Feb 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Toxic mold inspectors provide advice

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A World-Class International Gateway

Mon, 25 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Grand Prize Winner in Buildings’ New Construction Awards (Large Projects) 2006: D/FW Intl. Airport, Terminal D, Dallas/Ft. Worth, TX, submitted by Corgan Associates Inc., HKS Inc., and HNTB Architecture Inc.

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Advanced Fire Sprinkler Systems

Mon, 21 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Saving lives, protecting property

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Airtight Buildings Equal Significant Savings

Tue, 11 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT

The National Institute of Standards and Technology evaluates the energy impact of air barriers in commercial buildings

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Alumanation 301 by Republic Powdered Metals

Fri, 08 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Aluminum pigment reflects heat and prevents corrosion in one coat.

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American Hardwoods Stand Up to High Use

Tue, 01 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Durable wood flooring adds warmth and character in commercial settings.

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Assessing the NIST World Trade Center Investigation

Mon, 09 Jan 2006 00:00:00 GMT

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ASTM and Roofing

Wed, 12 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

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ASTM and Roofing

Wed, 12 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

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ASTM, RCI, and Quality Assurance

Wed, 09 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

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Below the Surface

Tue, 05 Apr 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Exploring enhancements in poured cementitious underlayment

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Benjamin Moore to Open Color Design Resource Centers

Sun, 01 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

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Bituminous Built-Up Roofing Systems

Wed, 11 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

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Bituminous Built-Up Roofing Systems

Sun, 01 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

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Book Smarts

Tue, 31 May 2005 00:00:00 GMT

GRAND PRIZE WINNER: Kansas City Downtown Public Library, Kansas City, MO

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BUR is Better than Before

Wed, 02 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Economical and durable, asphalt roofing remains a favorite for many facilities

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Carrier Teams Up With AK Coatings to Produce Antimicrobial-coated Air Handlers

Thu, 30 Jan 2003 00:00:00 GMT

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Centered on Healing

Wed, 01 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Greener Facilities Grand Prize: Medical Center of the Rockies, Loveland, CO

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Clean, Green, and Sheen

Mon, 25 Aug 2003 00:00:00 GMT

What’s New in the Universe of Paint?

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Color the Floor Green

Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Wood: A Renewable Resource: The basis for understanding wood flooring choices is grounded in the cycle of tree growth.

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Common Mistakes: Resilient Flooring

Tue, 01 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Make sure you base your flooring purchases not on the latest color or pattern trends, but on the needs of your application

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Conflicting Claims Based on Life-Cycle Analysis of Roofing

Wed, 06 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT

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Cool Ideas For a Bright Future

Tue, 23 Dec 2003 00:00:00 GMT

Roof Coatings Manufacturers Association conference focuses on strategies

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Cool Roofing: A 10-Year Retrospective

Mon, 19 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

A well-known roofing expert provides a dos and don’ts list for designing a cool-roofing system

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Cutting Through the Greenwash

Thu, 01 Jun 2006 00:00:00 GMT

With the market being flooded with products that claim to be more environmentally friendly than others, it’s important to determine the difference between what’s truly sustainable and what is merely “greenwashing.” This list of questions provides a great way to engage suppliers in an earnest dialogue about their sustainable design products.

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Designed From the Bottom Up

Mon, 25 Aug 2003 00:00:00 GMT

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Dichroic Glazing Comes of Age

Wed, 01 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Dublin's No. 1 Grand Canal Square comes to life with large-scale dichroic glass and an innovative, contemporary design

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Documenting Roof History

Fri, 04 Aug 2006 00:00:00 GMT

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Dow Corning Marks its 60th Anniversary Year With Continued Innovations and New Partnerships

Fri, 19 Sep 2003 00:00:00 GMT

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Dow Corning Silicone Sealants at the Heart of Impact-resistant Glazing On New Diplomat Hotel

Tue, 01 Jul 2003 00:00:00 GMT

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Editors' Choice: GRAFFITI SHIELD Helps Owners Fight Back

Sat, 01 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

The editorial staff rates GRAFFITI SHIELD

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Energy Management: Tips to Increase Efficiency

Fri, 03 Mar 2006 00:00:00 GMT

It takes both wise purchasing and maintenance to really dial down energy consumption

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EnvironDesign Journal - Inspiration and Strategic

Mon, 01 Sep 2003 00:00:00 GMT

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Environmental Directives Impact the U.S. Construction Market

Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Several environmental directives adapted over the last decade have made an impact on the construction market.

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Exterior Wall Maintenance

Thu, 03 Feb 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Know the basics. Look long-term. Keep it simple.

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Flintglas Mineral-Surfaced Cap Sheet with CoolStar by CertainTeed

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Ceramic surfacing and cool coating boost this cap sheet’s energy efficiency.

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Focus Products: Exteriors

Wed, 01 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

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Focus Products: Sustainable Technology

Sat, 01 Sep 2007 00:00:00 GMT

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G3i Announces Low Fluorocarbon Treatment Certification from SCS

Tue, 08 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

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G3i Receives Indoor Advantage Gold Certification from SCS

Mon, 10 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

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Get Real About Roof Tear-Offs

Thu, 02 Nov 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Roofing experts weigh in on five questions to ask yourself and roofing professionals before tearing off your old roof

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Glass and Glazing: Dynamic Morphing Abilities

Fri, 20 May 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Spotlight

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Good Design Is Green Design

Wed, 01 Oct 2003 00:00:00 GMT

NeoCon® East's Showcase for Green Design

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Governments and Utilities Entice Developers to Build

Mon, 10 Dec 2007 00:00:00 GMT

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Green Nanotechnology—No Longer an Oxymoron

Mon, 22 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

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Greener than Green

Wed, 09 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

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Gypsum Board for the 21st Century

Tue, 01 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Gypsum board is a complex technology-driven product. Learn about some newer types and key issues in construction.

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Harley Rides Toward Sustainability

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

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High Energy Prices Affect the Roofing Industry

Fri, 16 Dec 2005 00:00:00 GMT

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High-Performance Façades: It’s What’s Outside that Counts (1 of 4)

Mon, 03 Apr 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Viewing building systems as integrated packages instead of individual products is a method that will help operational efficiency. And, as a growing number of professionals grasp this reality, a change in thinking is occurring industry-wide.

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HON Reduces Emissions on Seating Products with New Textile Finishing Technology

Tue, 26 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

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Inspiration and Strategic Change

Wed, 01 Oct 2003 00:00:00 GMT

Jean Pierre Simard

As the need for developing business models and manufacturing processes that sustain environmental health has become crucial to long-term success, many companies are reinventing themselves and searching for new ways of doing things.

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Kraft Distribution Center Earns LEED-CI Gold

Tue, 29 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMT

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Maintenance a Major Concern for Condo Professionals

Wed, 20 Jul 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Survey identifies worries over durability of Florida facilities

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Metal Roofing - A Cool Choice for Any Building

Mon, 04 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Reduce cooling and heating energy usage with cool metal-roofing systems

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Moisture Infiltration in Exterior Wall Systems

Tue, 01 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Discover why moisture may be infiltrating exterior walls and learn the best methods for uncovering the source of the problem

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Mold, Mold, Everywhere

Wed, 04 Feb 2004 00:00:00 GMT

A Primer On Mold Remediation

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New Government Study Touts the Benefits of EIFS

Wed, 23 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

New research by the Oak Ridge National Laboratory shows EIFS to be the “best-performing wall systems”

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New Performance Center Also Records

Wed, 01 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

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Newsworthy

Fri, 19 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Top 10 security measures everyone should know. Results from IREM’s data-security survey. Six tips for green development. ASHRAE provides IAQ guidance. And more.

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Newsworthy

Mon, 09 Jan 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Window film enhances IAQ. NEMA introduces a new fire service standard. And more.

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Newsworthy ...

Tue, 07 Feb 2006 00:00:00 GMT

GREENGUARD identifies low-emitting products for schools. RCMA releases technical note on white coatings. And more.

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NIST Building Software Offers Green Product Advice

Wed, 16 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Agency reveals the new version of a tool for selecting environmentally preferable building solutions

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On Top. On Target.

Wed, 04 Dec 2002 00:00:00 GMT

Upgrading a Leaky Metal Roof

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Parking Structure Maintenance

Tue, 31 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Deferred cleaning and maintenance of your parking structure will deter customers and clients.

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Placing Green Tenant Improvements Within Reach

Wed, 01 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

With planning and thoughtful choices, designers can create high-performance, sustainable spaces that serve the client's best interests without breaking the bank.

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Prescriptions Don’t Do it All, Either

Wed, 14 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

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Prescriptions Don’t Do it All, Either

Wed, 14 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

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Preventive Roof Maintenance

Tue, 26 Jul 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Learn what to look for when inspecting your roofing system

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Product Certifications: Clear As Mud

Wed, 01 Oct 2003 00:00:00 GMT

Penny Bonda, FASID

Product Certifications: Clear As Mud

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Products Qualify for 'Cradle-to-Cradle'

Thu, 21 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT

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Products Qualify for 'Cradle-to-Cradle'

Thu, 21 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT

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Quick Fixes for Metal Roof Systems

Fri, 01 Oct 2004 00:00:00 GMT

Buildings.com - Roofing Newsletter

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Quick Fixes for Sprayed Polyurethane Roof Systems

Sat, 15 Jan 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Buildings.com - Roofing Newsletter

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Reduce Off-Gassing for Better IAQ

Fri, 08 Dec 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Start with these three steps to minimize off-gassing in your buildings

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Reduce Structural Costs

Wed, 01 Sep 2004 00:00:00 GMT

The American Institute of Steel Construction Provides Four Easy Steps

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Restorative Coatings that Make Sense

Sun, 01 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Re-roofing isn't the only option; extend roof life through a variety of restorative coatings

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Roof Fasteners: Essential Accessories

Tue, 13 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

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Roof Fasteners: Essential Accessories

Wed, 14 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT

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Roof Insulation and Diminishing Returns

Wed, 14 May 2008 00:00:00 GMT

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Roofing Coating Technology Helps California Owners Meet Stricter Title 24 Energy Code

Thu, 13 Oct 2005 00:00:00 GMT

One manufacturer launches an online educational campaign on the pros of white coatings

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Roofing in a Greener World

Mon, 30 Sep 2002 00:00:00 GMT

Consider Environmentally Friendly Options

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Roofing: 10 Things You Need to Know to Start Saving Energy

Fri, 01 Oct 2004 00:00:00 GMT

The asset overhead contributes to the bottom line in a big way

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Roof-System Performance

Wed, 08 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

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Roof-System Performance

Wed, 08 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

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Roof-System Performance II

Wed, 12 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

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RPM Acquires Koch Waterproofing Solutions

Thu, 17 Apr 2003 00:00:00 GMT

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Rubber Flooring: Value and Beauty for the Long Term

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

When it comes to specifying hard floors for commercial applications, payback is a blessing.

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Safety with Roofing Systems

Wed, 11 Aug 2004 00:00:00 GMT

Buildings.com - Roofing Newsletter

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Second in Command

Wed, 13 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT

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Shaw Industries Commits to More Sustainable Recycling Practices

Wed, 04 Feb 2004 00:00:00 GMT

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Sherwin-Williams Coatings Achieve GREENGUARD Certifications

Tue, 07 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

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Single Ply Systems Can Be Repaired

Tue, 13 Apr 2004 00:00:00 GMT

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Slippery Solutions

Fri, 01 Oct 2004 00:00:00 GMT

Selecting the right safety floor

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So Many Choices, So Little Time

Thu, 03 Feb 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Creating impact with wallcovering options

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Sources: Green Products

Mon, 01 Oct 2007 00:00:00 GMT

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Special Report On Green (4 of 7)

Thu, 06 May 2004 00:00:00 GMT

Your Questions Answered: Products

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Special Report: The Air We Breathe

Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

By understanding the complexities surrounding indoor air quality, and by following certain principles, design professionals can play a crucial role in improving IAQ for building occupants.

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Specifying SPF Roofing Systems

Thu, 29 Sep 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Is a spray polyurethane foam system right for your next roofing project? Find out now.

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Splendor in the Glass

Thu, 01 Jul 2004 00:00:00 GMT

Owners, Occupants, and Tenants Benefit From Curtainwall Exteriors

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Steel in Parking Structures

Tue, 07 Feb 2006 00:00:00 GMT

Building parking structures with steel frames and corresponding materials have opened up an array of offerings

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Steelcase Canada Receives Pollution Prevention Award

Wed, 08 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

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Stop and Smell the VOCs

Sun, 01 Jul 2007 00:00:00 GMT

With a move toward emissions testing in addition to content guidelines, sustainable building programs are challenging manufacturers to design products that are better for the environment.

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Successfully Eliminate Mold

Thu, 10 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT

Website provides instructions on a three-phase approach to remove mold and prevent its return

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Sustainable Product Standards: Simplifying the Process of Specifying ‘Green’ Part 1: The Role of Voluntary Consensus Standards

Wed, 29 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMT

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Sustainable Product Standards: Simplifying the Process of Specifying ‘Green’ Part 1: The Role of Voluntary Consensus Standards

Wed, 29 Aug 2007 00:00:00 GMT

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Sustainable Technology: Exteriors

Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Sustainable wall systems resist the effects of gravity, wind, and seismic and climatic forces; however, the massive, yet highly durable, stone walls found in the finest examples of historic architecture are no longer economically viable or aesthetically desirable.

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Sustainable Technology: Glass/Glazing

Mon, 01 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Glass and Glazing Advancements Increase Efficiency

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Switchable Windows: Efficiency Factor

Fri, 21 May 2004 00:00:00 GMT

A/V Interiors

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Taking Care of its Own

Thu, 01 Apr 2004 00:00:00 GMT

Penny Bonda, FASID

When designing new offices for the World Wildlife Fund, a
well-coordinated project team paid close attention to the
nurturing of employees—just as the organization does to the endangered species it works to protect.

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Tenants Make It Easy Being Green

Wed, 30 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

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The Ease of EIFS

Thu, 04 Nov 2004 00:00:00 GMT

Keys to success with exterior insulation and finish systems

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The Easy Road to Roof Sustainability: Part 1

Wed, 15 Sep 2004 00:00:00 GMT

Buildings.com - Roofing Newsletter

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The Ethics of Sustainable Design

Sat, 01 May 2004 00:00:00 GMT

Penny Bonda, FASID

What obstacles stand in the way of true sustainability?

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The Green Guide EcoList™: October 2008

Wed, 01 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

A Comprehensive Source for Product Certifications in the U.S.

New and Updated - October 2008. Developed by The Green Standard™, managed by Interiors & Sources.

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The Green Guide EcoList™

Tue, 01 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Interiors & Sources^®, in partnership with The Green Standard.org, introduces the Green Guide EcoList™—a roadmap for finding products that have met one or more sustainable benchmarks to receive product certification as screened by a formidable team of sustainability experts. This EcoList will expand over time and will evolve as an "ever green" document that designers can turn to for reliable, transparent information about green products.
UPDATED OCTOBER 2007

A NEW version of the EcoList - updated April 2008 is now available

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The Ingredients of Paint ...

Mon, 21 Nov 2005 00:00:00 GMT

And their impact on paint properties

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The State of Roofing

Thu, 02 Jan 2003 00:00:00 GMT

NRCA Exec Offers Insight

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Thermoplastic (Heat-Weldable) Roofing

Wed, 14 Nov 2007 00:00:00 GMT

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TioxoClean Garners Certifications from SCS

Tue, 15 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMT

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Tools of the Trade

Sat, 01 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Find solutions, services, and products to maximize your buildings' performance. This month's section starts with a focus on Roofing.

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Tools of the Trade

Thu, 01 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Find solutions, services, and products to maximize your buildings' performance. This month's section starts with a focus on Vertical Transportation.

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Tools of the Trade

Mon, 01 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Find solutions, services, and products to maximize your buildings' performance. This month's section starts with a focus on Carpet & Flooring.

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Tools of the Trade

Fri, 01 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Find solutions, services, and products to maximize your buildings' performance. This month's section starts with a focus on HVAC.

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Top 100 Products

Sun, 01 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMT

Performance, innovation, aesthetics, and even green reflect this year's top products, as selected by the Buildings editorial staff

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Top 100 Products of 2004

Wed, 01 Dec 2004 00:00:00 GMT

This annual report highlights 100 solutions to your facilities' challenges, as selected by the Buildings editorial staff

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Top Four Coatings Myths

Tue, 27 Aug 2002 00:00:00 GMT

Save Time and Money – Choose the Right Coatings For the Job

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Top Ten LEED Projects

Tue, 26 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT

By Katie Sosnowchik
The idea of designing more sustainable facilities has gained significant momentum, reaching across numerous industries.

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Tremco Architectural Specialists Achieve LEED Accreditation

Thu, 24 Jun 2004 00:00:00 GMT

Architectural Community Will Benefit From the Knowledge, Education, and Backgrounds of Newly Accredited Tremco Architectural Specialists

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Using Check Sheets for Rooftop Inspections

Tue, 25 Jul 2006 00:00:00 GMT

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What Architects Should Know About VOCs

Wed, 01 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMT

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White Coatings Council: Lowering Temperatures Greatly Enhances Roof Longevity

Tue, 18 Jul 2006 00:00:00 GMT

White coatings prevent heat damage from summer temperature spikes

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White Roof Coatings Offer Solutions and Long-Term Benefits

Mon, 09 Jan 2006 00:00:00 GMT

A long-term, economical roofing solution often overlooked is acrylic roof coatings

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Who to See

Thu, 01 Jun 2006 00:00:00 GMT

This easy-to-use alphabetical listing of all Green Guide sponsors, along with detailed company information, will help you effectively plan who you need to see during NeoCon.

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Why Single-Ply?

Thu, 03 Feb 2005 00:00:00 GMT

A closer look at non-asphalt-based single-ply roof systems reveals the benefits, costs, and application methods

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Windows of the Future

Mon, 19 Feb 2007 00:00:00 GMT

Among the most promising switchable window technologies is the electrochromic window

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Windows/Glazing

Mon, 25 Sep 2006 00:00:00 GMT

As long as there have been buildings, there have been windows

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