| 1 TANKLESS TASK: Rinnai Corp.’s LS Series high-efficiency tankless heating system can be used for both residential and commercial projects. Each system begins to heat water within three to five seconds of being turned on and immediately shuts down when turned off, eliminating water loss and conserving energy. For more information, contact Rinnai at 866-RINNAI-1 or visit www.foreverhot-water.com. |
| 2 PAINT THE TOWN: ICI Paints and The Home Depot have launched a line of environmentally friendly paint called The Freshaire Choice. The paint has no volatile organic compounds, comes in 66 colors, and has a lifetime guarantee. It is GREENGUARD Indoor Air Quality Certified and was awarded the highest level of certification from GREEN-GUARD Children & Schools. For more information, contact ICI Paints at 866-880-0304 or visit www.thefreshairechoice.com. |
| 3 COOL ROOF: DELTA-MAXX TITAN is a new underlayment for sloped roofs that is thermomembrane with heat management capabilities. Produced by Cosella-Dörken Products, the silver titanium surface deflects the sun’s rays to reflect up to 50 percent of radiant energy. TITAN is tested to reduce heat-energy consumption up to 9 percent. For more information, contact Cosella-Dörken at 888-4DELTA4 or visit www.cosella-dorken.com. |
| 4 REPLENISH: Oldcastle Architectural has unveiled its latest addition to the BELGARD Environmental series line of permeable concrete products known as Subterra Stone. Instead of forcing water run-off, Subterra Stone uses a 9.5 percent void ratio and allows rainwater to naturally drain through the paver into the ground, helping recharge local aquifers. For more information, contact Oldcastle Architectural at 877-BELGARD or visit www.belgard.biz. |
| 5 NO VENTING: Unlike unvented or vent-free gas fireplaces, Hearth & Home Technologies’ direct-vent gas models expel 100 percent of the fireplace’s combustion exhaust, moisture, and odors outside the home. The company’s Heat & Glo brand offers a full suite of products that promote both energy efficiency and air quality. For more information, contact Hearth & Home Technologies 952-985-6000 or visit www.heatnglo.com. |