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Whether you're planning a full remodel, simply replacing an old appliance or want some natural landscape ideas, the EnviroHouse has it all with more than 150 "green" products and materials on display.
Here's just a partial list of the EnviroHouse's many "green" features. Be sure and visit for a guided tour to see and touch items that contribute to sustainable living.
ENERGY: Energy Efficient
Appliances: ENERGY STAR appliances use 50% less energy and than standard models
Lighting: Solatube skylight increases light output and block UV transmission
Solar: Solar panels generate renewable energy from the sun
WATER: Water Efficient
Toilet: High-efficient, pressure assist toilet reduces water by more than 30%
Faucet/Showerheads: Faucet aerators and low-flow showerheads cut water use in half
Appliances: Water efficient dishwasher and clothes washer use up to 50% less water than standard models
AIR: Healthy Indoor Air
Paint: Zero-VOC (volatile organic compound) paint contains no ammonia and almost no odor
Furniture: Low-emitting wood chairs, formaldehyde-free chair foam and fabric
Insulation: Insulation made from soy-based products, recycled wood fiber and other natural products that are free of toxic chemicals and gases
SITE & LANDSCAPE: Low-Impact Site Development / Natural Landscape
Irrigation controller: Irrigation controller applies water according to the local weather
Rain garden: Collects, infiltrates and filters stormwater runoff
Plants: Native/adaptable plants provide cleaner air, prevent erosion and flooding and improve water quality
MATERIALS: Sustainable, Reused
Durable, natural, renewable:
Lap siding made of cement, sand and wood fibers; 50-year warranty
Bamboo flooring, a rapidly renewable resource
Lumber, window casings and baseboards made with FSC-certified wood
Recycled-content / salvage:
Countertop made from recycled paper
Sidewalk made from 100% recycled tires
Salvaged, reused sinks from Habitat for Humanity
About the EnviroHouse
The City of Tacoma EnviroHouse is a permanent model home showcasing green building and natural landscape ideas, materials and techniques to create a healthy home and planet. The EnviroHouse champions the benefits of sustainable living and building practices to homeowners, the building industry and the general public, highlighting readily available products for new and existing homes and yards.
Hours
Wednesday Friday: 10 a.m. 3 p.m.
Saturday Sunday: 11 a.m. 5 p.m.
Location
Tacoma Landfill | 3510 S. Mullen St. | Tacoma, WA 98409
(253) 573-2426 | www.cityoftacoma.org/EnviroHouse
Presenting partners
Tacoma Solid Waste Management
Tacoma Surface Water Management
Tacoma Wastewater Management
Tacoma Power
Tacoma Water
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