Welcome to Sierra Club Green Home!
Sierra Club Green Home was developed with a simple mission in mind: to help Americans make their homes more energy efficient, environmentally sustainable and healthy. We do not sell products or...
View ArticlePros and Cons of Common Siding Options
Siding material Pros Cons First Cost Recommendation Solid wood Renewable resource Some FSC-certified or salvaged siding available May be reusable Requires frequent painting or staining May come from...
View ArticleInsulation Breakdown
Type of insulation R-value per inch Where to use Need to know Cellulose Made from 75% to 85% recycled newsprint that’s treated with a nontoxic borate flame retardant.Available either as a loose-fill...
View ArticleWelcome to Sierra Club Green Home!
Sierra Club Green Home was developed with a simple mission in mind: to help Americans make their homes more energy efficient, environmentally sustainable and healthy. We do not sell products or...
View ArticlePros and Cons of Common Siding Options
Siding material Pros Cons First Cost Recommendation Solid wood Renewable resource Some FSC-certified or salvaged siding available May be reusable Requires frequent painting or staining May come from...
View ArticleInsulation Breakdown
Type of insulation R-value per inch Where to use Need to know Cellulose Made from 75% to 85% recycled newsprint that’s treated with a nontoxic borate flame retardant.Available either as a loose-fill...
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