MATERIALS LIBRARY

Thursday, May 6, 2010

Eco Fabric

Product: Performance Fabric
Manufacturer: cfstinson
Product name/#: Now and Zen Collection - Zen Garden with Agion/ 62028 Dynasty
Product information: Used this product in my China project. This beautiful fabric comes in a variety of color options and has very impressive specifications. It won gold for Best of Neocon, so you know its amazing. This fabric is made of 100% Post-consumer recycled polyester, finished with Greenshield + moisture barrier, and is very durable (exceeds 95,000 double rubs). The most interesting thing about this fabric is that it contains Woven Agion, a product that utilizes a silver/copper ion bi-component technology, thus making the fabirc non-toxic to people, animals, and plants by not off-gassing anything. Agion makes the fabric resistant to bacteria, microbes, mildew, and bleach; and anti-fungal, flame retardant, and fade resistant. This fabric is great to use in homes, hospitals, offices, schools, anywhere really.

For more information visit:

http://www.cfstinson.com

Polished Marble Stone Mosaic

Product: Polished Marble Stone Mosaic
Manufacturer: Crossville, Inc.
Product name/#: Modern Mythology - Minotaur Single Stone Mosaic/S001/.11212SSM 12" X 12"
Product information: This product can be used for interior and exterior walls for both residential and commercial applications. It can also be used as flooring for interior applications for both commercial and residential applications. It is 3/8" thick.
For more information visit:

http://www.crossvilleinc.com

Crossville Tile

Product: Porcelain Tile
Manufacture: Crossville, Inc.
Product name/#: Color Blox Too Collection/ A1175 Pajama Party
Product Information: this tile can be used for interior applications for residential and commercial. It can be used for interior walls (except in bathrooms), and can also be used for countertops. It can contribute to earning LEED credits.

For more information visit: crossvilleinc.com

Solar Light Tube

Product: 13" Solar Lighting Tube
Manufacturer: eSolarZone
Product name/#: 13" Solar Lighting Tube
Product Information: This light tube dome is made of hi-impact UV stabilized acrylic, and allows for a low profile along the roof line. The flashing is made of air-craft grade aluminum. This product matches any roof pitch. The manufacturer offers a 25-year warranty. It is approved by energy star, it is qualified for a 30% tax credit, ICBO approved, and made in the USA.

For more information visit:

http://www.esolarzone.com/13-inch-solar-tube.html

Eco Friendly Terrazzo

Product: EnviroSLAB countertop
Manufacturer: EnviroGLAS
Product name/#: Oyster Gray / OG-9
Product information: This countertop material comes in the standard size 27" x 84" x 1". It is made of 100% recycled glass and/or porcelain and color pigmented epoxy resin. Comparable to granite and marble, this product will last the lifetime of any building it is installed in. And of course it can contribute to earning LEED credits.

For more information visit:

http://www.enviroglasproducts.com

Flexible LED Light Strip


Product: Flexible LED Light Strip
Manufacturer: Elemental LED
Product name/#: High Density 12V Brighter Flexible LED Strip Light/ EL-HDBRTR12V
Product Information: This product is perfect for uplight/downlighting architectural details, lighting retail products, etc. This product has a lifespan 50,000 hours, and the strip comes in a length of 16.3 feet. Each strip costs $18.99.

For more information visit:

http://www.elementalled.com

6" Dimmable LED Down Light

Product: 6" Dimmable LED Down Light
Manufacturer: Elemental LED
Product name/#: 6" Dimmable LED Down Light/ EL-NN6CAN
Product information: This environmentally friendly light illuminates with an 85 degree beam spread angle. Since it is an LED light, this particular one has a life span of more than 50,000 hours, meaning it would take 20 halogen bulbs to last this long. The light has a frosted lense, so the light is beautifully diffused. The light uses/consumes 13 watts of power, while giving off 620 lumens. This light is RoHS certified, and according to the manufacturer, no environmentally harmful components were used in the manufacturing process. Price: $99.99

For more information, visit:

http://www.elementalled.com

Bamboo Table

Product: Bamboo Round Table
Manufacturer: ECO Designz
Product name/#: Bamboo Round Table / ED-28
Product Information: This table is made from 100% bamboo, laid in a vertical grain direction on table top. The top sits on top of a modern interlocking base. It is 48" round and 30" high. Its weight is about 86 pounds, the price is $575.00 without shipping.
For more info, visit:

http://www.ecodesignz.com/

Aluminum Mosaic Tile


Product: Aluminum Mosaic Tile
Manufacturer: Eden Mosaic Tile (a division of the Eden Home and Plumbing Group Inc.)
Product name/#: Eden Mosaic Tile 3D Raised Brick Pattern Aluminum Mosaic Tile/EMT_AL09-SIL-CB
Product information: This product has a silver circular brushed finish. It comes in a standard sheet size of 11.8" x 11.8" and costs $41.67 per square foot. The aluminum comes from scrap pieces of aluminum.

Thursday, April 22, 2010

Fung Shui Flooring

Product: Fung Shui Flextile
Manufacturer: Summit International Flooring
Product name/#: Black
Product information: This is a flexible bamboo tile that has a latex backing. It has amazing acoustical properties. It costs the same as PVC flooring, but so much better. It is finished with six coats of a natural sealer. It is Greenguard certified. This flooring product can contribute to LEED credits for low emitting materials and for rapidly renewable materials.

For more information on this product and other Summit International Flooring products, visit:

http://www.summit-flooring.com/

Eco Carpet

Product: Cut Broadloom Carpet
Manufacturer: BOLYU Contract
Product name/#: La Croix Style Parsley/LA335
Product information: This carpet product is made with MBDC Cradle-to-Cradle certified Zeftron nylon. It is a cut pile construction, and has an environmentally responsibly backing that contains 25% post consumer recycled content. This product is Green Label Plus certified and can contribute to multiple LEED credits.

For more information on this product and other BOLYU products, visit:

http://www.beaulieucommercial.com/

Tuesday, April 20, 2010

DuChateau Wood Floors

Product: Wood Flooring
Manufacturer: DuChateau Floors
Product name/#: Panga
Product Information: This wood is from ash trees, coming from Europe and Asia (using this for my China project). The color of the wood is from a thermo treated brown wash and a 100% all natural hard-wax oil finish. The finish is zero VOC, has no biocides, and is benzene free. This floor is FSC certified wood and is CARB certified, since it is made with a formaldehyde-free adhesive. This wood floor also meets E1 and 2012 CARB standards for indoor air quality. So of course it could contribute to the following LEED credits: Materials & Resources - for Certified Wood, and Rapidly Renewable Resources; and Environmental Quality - Low Emitting Materials.

For more information on this product and other DuChateau Floors wood flooring, visit:

http://www.duchateaufloors.com/#

Monday, April 19, 2010

1st and only Gold Cradle-to-Cradle product

Product: Surface Material
Manufacturer: IceStone
Product name/#: Cobalt Ice
Product information: This material can be used for many applications, from kitchen countertops, commercial flooring, and walls, to patio surfacing. The manufacturer can make it in almost every color imaginable. This material is very durable and similar to granite but without the environmental impact. IceStone is made of 100% recycled glass that is put into a cement mix. The manufacturer claims to be the "first and only GOLD durable surface in the world to receive McDonough Braungart Design Chemistry Cradle to Cradle certification." With that said, this material is VOC-free, contains 100% recycled glass, and made in the USA. IceStone surface material can contribute up to 7 LEED credits, for Materials and Resources, Innovation and Design, and Environmental Quality.

For more information on this product and other IceStone products, visit:

http://www.icestone.biz/

Thursday, April 15, 2010

Canadian Wallpaper

Product: Wallpaper
Manufacturer: Rollout Creative Inc.
Product name/#: The Owl, The Cat & The Hand
Product Information: This wallpaper is printed digitally with water-based paint onto latex-based paper rolls that are 36" wide (or any other size you need). By using water-based inks, this company offers a safe, non-toxic, and more environmentally friendly option in the wallpaper world. Also by printing digitally the customer is not limited to color options with a pattern that they like.

For more information on this product and other Rollout wallpaper visit:

http://rollout.ca/

Textured Wood

Product: Hammered Wood
Manufacturer: Oberflex
Product name/#: Floating Oak/311 in matte finish
Product information: This product is a wood laminate, and can be used for just about any interior application, as long as the humidity level isn't too high. It has great acoustical properties. This product is very durable, and is resistant to: abrasion, impact, scratches, cigarette burns, stains, and has a very high resistance to UV light. This wood laminate is PEFC certified, meaning the wood comes from forests with strict harvesting guidelines.

For more information on this product and other Oberflex products, visit:

http://www.oberflex.com/

Wednesday, April 14, 2010

Linoleum Flooring

Product: Harmonium xf Linoleum
Manufacturer: Johnsonite
Product name/#: (the blue tile) Veneto Raindrop/666
Product information: This product is made of naturally renewable materials like linseed oil, cork, wood, and limestone. According to the manufacturer, it is naturally bacteriostatic, biodegradable, and fire retardant. The flooring is very durable and lasts 30-40 years. This material is FloorScore Certified and can contribute to 7 LEED credits. This flooring tile contains 37% pre-consumer recycled content. The manufacturer offers a RESTART Reclamation Program.

For more information on this product and other Johnsonite products, visit:

http://www.johnsonite.com/

Roundel Solid Color Rubber Tile

Product: Roundel Solid Color Rubber Tile
Manufacturer: Johnsonite
Product name/#: Cubis Rubber Floor Tile; Color: Hyacinth (43)
Product Information: This rubber floor tile is made of 100% synthetic rubber, high quality additives, and colorant. It should not be used on exterior applications or interior areas such as commercial kitchens. The manufacturer recommends using pads on chairs and other furniture. The tiles 24" x 24" and are 4mm thick. The manufacturer offers a 10 year warranty. It is FloorScore Certified, contains 34% pre-consumer recycled content. This tile can contribute the following LEED credits: Materials & Resources, Indoor Environmental Quality, Energy & Atmosphere, and Innovation in Design. It is CHPS (Collaborative for High Performance Schools) certified. Also the manufacturer offers a RESTART Reclamation program.

for more information on this product and other Johnsite products, visit:

http://www.johnsonite.com/

Wall Tile with Insert Tiles


Product: Formations Porcelain Floor and/or Wall Tile
Manufacturer: Florida Tile
Product name/#: 1st tile - Gravel/25213; 2nd tile - Geyser Insert Hot/2521B
Product Information: This material is ADA compliant, so its really durable. It can be used for residential and commercial applications. They are made with high quality clay, that are created for density and strength. Then it is pressed, glazed, and fired by using a "single-fired" process, which promotes impact resistance and breaking strength. These materials are Greenguard Certified.

For more information on these coordinating tiles, and other Florida Tile products, visit:
http://www.floridatile.com/Default.htm

Thursday, March 25, 2010

Armstrong Competition

Product: Ceiling Panel System
Manufacturer: Ceilings Plus
Product name/#: Radians
Product information: This product comes with all kinds of options, width, finishes, etc. This product contains no VOC's and no added formaldehyde. This ceiling panel system is made of aluminum and contains up to 85% recycled content, and it is Class A fire rated. It can actually be used outside which would require different finish and installation features. This product can contribute to up to 4 LEED credits.

For more information on this product and other Ceilings Plus products, visit:

http://www.ceilingsplus.com/index.htm

Eco Glass


Product: Bendheim EcoGlass
Manufacturer: Lamberts glass factory for Bendheim
Product name/#: Eco Glass Coral
Product information: This product is architectural glass that is manufactured in an environmentally friendly way. The glass contains 60% Recycled glass (40% post-consumer, 20% pre-consumer). The energy efficient tempering process does not use any sulfur dioxide (commonly used for glass tempering, and is known to produce acid rain and may cause permanent health problems). This glass is zero VOC. This glass can contribute to up to 4 LEED credits.

For more information on this product and other Bendheim products, visit:

http://www.bendheim.com/index.cfm

Rug

Product: Rug Designed by Virginia Langley for Durkan, part of Mohawk Group
Manufacturer: Mohawk
Product name/#: L'auberge CYP/UVL8914
Product information: This rug is made of Colorstrand Nylon with Sentry Plus, with a cut & loop pattern. It is backed with Woven Polypropylene. The rug comes with a 15 year manufacture warranty. This product can contribute to LEED credits for Recycled Content. The manufacturer offers a ReCover Program, offering to pick up unwanted carpet with the possibility of recycling it, and ultimately keeping it out of landfills. The company also offers their customers the opportunity to 'Specify for a Cure' meaning Mohawk will donate 25 cents for every yard of Durkan carpet to the Susan G. Komen Foundation.
For more information on this product and other Mohawk Group (Durkan) products visit:

http://www.durkan.com/site/index.asp

Stone Wall

Product: Stone Wall
Manufacturer: Eldorado Stone
Product name/#: Gemstone Ember Wall
Product Information: This product is manufactured to look like natural stone in texture and color. It is produced from a concrete mix that consists of portland cement, lightweight aggregates, and mineral oxide pigments. It can be used for interior or exterior applications. The manufacturer offers a 50 year warranty, so it is obviously durable. This 'stone' product can contribute to 2 LEED credits for Regional Materials.

For more information on this product and other Eldorado Stone products visit:

http://roppe.com/products/overview/index.html

Rubber Tile

Product: Smooth, Marbleized Rubber tile
Manufacturer: Roppe Corporation
Product name/#: 633/Ginko
Product Information: This product, intended for high traffic areas, is flame retardant, antifungal, and oil and grease resistant. This tile is made of a 100% synthetic rubber (10% of which is natural rubber) blended with stabilizing fillers, color pigments, and processing oils. It contains no PVC, and since its manufactured with non-hazardous materials its good for the environment, and is recyclable, and also meets CHPS criteria. According to the manufacturer, this product is "the most inexpensive, durable surface regarding length of life cycle and minimal maintenance." This product can contribute to 3 LEED credits under the Materials and Resources category.
For more information on this product and other Roppe products, visit:

http://roppe.com/products/overview/index.html

Thursday, March 18, 2010

3-Form


Note: Neither of these pictures do the actual sample any justice.
Product: Resin Panels
Manufacturer: 3-Form
Product name/#: Varia Hive Small
Product Information: This translucent resin panel is made of Eco-Resin, which contains 40% post-industrial (or pre-consumer) recycled content resin. This material contains no PVC and no VOC. It can contribute to the following LEED credits: Recycled content, Environmental Quality for Daylight and Views. This product is Greenguard Indoor Air Quality Certified. This product is easy to clean and very durable, since it is 40 times the impact strength of glass. 3-Form offers to reclaim the product at end-of-life, which is yet another great 'green' attribute of this company's products.

For more information on this product and other 3-Form products, visit:

http://www.3-form.com/materials-varia_ecoresin.php


Pearlescence

Product: High Pressure Decorative Laminate
Manufacturer: Lamin-Art
Product name/#: Beryl/2441-R Wisp Finish, GP48 Standard Grade (from Lamin-Arts Pearlescence line)
Product Information: This laminate material is made by laminating phenolic resin-impregnated kraft paper sheets with melamine resin-impregnated decorative sheets. The decorative sheets contain Pearlescence inks. This product does NOT meet the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) standard for abrasion/scratch resistance, so it should only be used for vertical surfaces and/or non-working horizontal surfaces that are not exposed to much wear and tear. This material is very easy to maintain, just wipe with damp cloth and mild soap. This product can contribute to earning the following LEED credits: Recycled content, Regional Materials, Rapidly Renewable Materials (kraft paper from (SFI) certified forest with 10-yr. cycle harvest), Low-Emitting Materials: Adhesives & Sealants (if recommended ones are used), Low-Emitting Materials: Systems Furniture and Seating. This high pressure laminate is also Greenguard Indoor Air Quality certified and Greenguard certified for Children and Schools.
For more information on this product and other Pearlescence materials by Lamin-Art, visit:

http://www.laminart.com/us/products-samples/collections/pearlescence-solid-colors-9.html?all=1

Wednesday, March 17, 2010

Benjamin Moore Paint

Product: Benjamin Moore Paint - Natura Interior Waterborne Paint
Manufacturer: Benjamin Moore Paint
Product name/#: Fiji/AF-525 in eggshell finish (from the Affinity Color Collection)
Product Information: This paint color is one of the colors I am using to represent the element water in my China project. I chose to use Benjamin Moore's Natura paint because of its green properties. Natura is a high quality interior paint that is a legitimate ZERO-VOC (yes, even after pigment/tint is added), it is 100% Acrylic, spatter resistant, it cleans up without harsh chemicals (just need water). This paint exceeds Green Seal standards and Greenguard certified, also contributes toward earning multiple LEED credits.
For more information on this product and other Benjamin Moore products, visit:

http://www.benjaminmoore.com/bmpsweb/portals/bmps.portal?_nfpb=true&_pageLabel=fh_home

Wine Cork Tiles

Product: Wine Cork Tiles
Manufacturer: Yemm & Hart
Product name/#: Wine Cork Tile/60-40/901 Natural
Product Information: This product is made of 78% post-consumer wine cork stoppers that were collected from people and businesses across the US, and 25% granulated post-industrial cork from Portugal, and also contains polyurethane acting as the binder. You can actually see the that the stoppers were cut vertically and horizontally. This product can be used indoors for: flooring, wall covering, and even a bulletin board. The manufacturer offers a 2 year warranty. For a 36" x 36" tile at a 1/4" costs $10.48 per square foot.

For more information on this product and other Yemm & Hart products, visit:

http://yemmhart.com/materials/winecorktiles/winecorktiles.htm

Recycled Material

Product: Origins
Manufacturer: Yemm & Hart
Product name/#: Marble White/502
Product Information: This material is made from 98% post-consumer recycled High Density Polyethylene, and 1% Low Density Polyethylene, from recycling centers. So anything that you would recycle like milk carton, shampoo bottle, and any plastic container with the #2 in the recycle symbol on the bottom of the container. At the end of the products life, it can be completely recycled. This solid surface/plastic laminate material should be used indoors for applications such as: counter tops, restroom and shower partitions, and work surfaces, to name a few. It is a very durable product, the manufacturer offers a 15 year warranty. The Origins line is also easy to maintain, just wipe with warm water and Ajax. Depending on the the thickness chosen, it costs $6.40 per pound, so if you chose the 1/2" it would cost $18.35 per square foot.

For more information on this product and other green products from Yemm & Hart, visit:

http://yemmhart.com/index.html

Tuesday, March 16, 2010

Crazy Fabric

Product: Upholstery Fabric
Manufacturer: Design Tex
Product name/#: Fawn/ 3219 103
Product Information: This fabric is part of Design Tex's Environmental Design product line. It is made of 100% recycled nylon. Design Tex offer a recycling program and a reclaim program. It can contribute to 3 LEED credits, is Cradle-to-Cradle, EU Flower certified, and Greenguard certified. It looks like silver, so for my China project, this would be great to use for a room that the metal element needs to be represented.

For more information about this product and other Designtex products, visit:

http://www.designtex.com/index.aspx

Eco Countertops


Product: Countertops
Manufacturer: Cosentino
Product name/#: Crystal Ash from the Green Collection
Product information: The countertops from the Green Collection are made of 75% post-industrial and/or post-consumer recycled materials, mostly from recycled mirror. Other materials used to make this product are: porcelain, glass, crystalized ash, corn based resin, and stone scraps. It is very durable and resistant against scratching, staining, and scorching. It is a non-porous material and doesn't need a sealer. It is made in a very environmentally friendly manufacturing process, they use 94% recycled water, 99% of VOC purification at the factory, and many other great things. This countertop can contribute toward earning 5 LEED credits, it is Cradle-to-Cradle and Greenguard Certified.
For more information on this product and other Cosentino products, visit:

http://www.ecobycosentino.com/index.cfm

Saturday, March 13, 2010

Golden Floor

Product: Centiva Flooring
Manufacturer: Centiva
Product name/#: Victory Line: Magics - Sunstone/MG 8044
Product Information: This tile product is manufactured in a unique process that creates a unique look for every tile to create depth and shadows. This look is accentuated by being produced with metallic pigment. Also the floor is made with recycled material equaling more than half of the total product, and is also recyclable. The floor contains 30% pre-consumer and 4% post-consumer recycled content, and the backing is made from 100% pre and post consumer materials. It is mostly with vinyl. This is a really durable product, it is scuff resistant, and the manufacturer provides a 20 year warranty. This product is FloorScore certified, GREENGUARD certified and GREENGUARD for Children and Schools Certification, and can contribute to earning LEED credits.
For more information on this product and other Centiva products, visit:

http://www.centiva.com/v2/www/default.asp

Friday, March 12, 2010

3-D "Wallpaper"

Product: Wall Flats - Embossed Wall Tiles
Manufacturer: Inhabit
Product name/#: /Shangri La/SHANWF
Product information: This is such a cool, Green alternate to wallpaper, or plain walls! These wall flats are made of 100% bamboo pulp, There are no chemicals added to the product and wastewater from production is distilled and reused. They are also 100% biodegradable and/or can be recycled with other paper products once you no longer want the product. To keep this product as green as possible, the manufacturer recommends no VOC paints and glues for installation. Wall Flats are extremely durable. They have durable properties similar to that of drywall once installed. They should be installed indoors only, and shouldn't be installed in a kitchen as a backsplash, or a room with excessive steam.

For more information on Wall Flats and other Inhabit products, visit:

http://www.inhabitliving.com/detail.aspx?ID=874

Wednesday, March 10, 2010

Eco Upholstry

Product: Environmental Upholstry
Manufacturer:Designtex
Product name/#:Sun/H224 201
Product information: This fabric is from Designtex's line of environmentally friendly fabrics. The line is so 'green,' its: Cradle-to-Cradle Certified, EU Flower Certified, Oeko-tex Certified, Scientific Certifications Systems, and Greenguard Certified. ALSO this fabric can contribute to the following LEED Credits: recycled content, regional materials, innovation in design, rapidly renewable materials, and certified wood. Designtex offers a recycling program for their fabrics and also have a reclaim program. This one in particular, is made from 100% Rayon from bamboo (a rapidly renewable resource), which makes it extremely durable (has abrasion of 100,000) and considered 'extreme performance' on Designtex's website.
For more information on this amazing fabric and other Designtex products, visit:

http://www.designtex.com/products_Product.aspx?f=35536

Thursday, March 4, 2010

Rubber Flooring

Product: Recycled Rubber Flooring
Manufacturer: Ceres PVC-Free Flooring
Product name/#: Arabian/501
Product information: This flooring is made of 95% recycled rubber tires (SBR rubber) and other post consumer and post industrial recycled rubber products. It is a great product to use in public spaces because its durable, you can't slip on it, provides great acoustics for any size room, has insulating properties, and is cushioning to walk on. It can be used indoors or outdoors. This flooring can contribute to the following LEED credits: sustainability, recycled content, energy and indoor air quality.

For more information on this product and other Ceres PVC-Free Flooring products, visit:

http://www.cbcflooring.com/ceres/rubber.html?array0=&array1=&array2=&array3=

Antique Chinese Chair

Product: Antique Chinese Armchair
Manufacturer (in this case dealer): China Collection
Product name/#: JKCX-2050-a
Product information: This is a traditional Chinese Chair. The carving on the front of the arms is a phoenix, which in Chinese represents good fortune and luck, especially for women. This type of chair was commonly used as a wedding chair. It dates to 1850. It is made of beech wood, and the origin of the chair is China, Jiangsu Province.

For more information on this product and other great antique pieces from China Collection, visit:

http://www.china.lu/en/index.htm


Metal Tiles

Product: Recycled Metal tiles
Manufacturer: Eco Friendly Flooring
Product name/#: Brass 2x2 Mixed Finishes
Product Information: This product can be used on wall, floors, counters, anywhere really. This tile is made from 100% recycled brass. I am probably going to use this material for my China project, I'm using Fung Shui and one of the elements is metal, so this is perfect! The cost of this material: $70/sq. ft.

For more information on this product and other Eco Friendly Flooring Products, visit:

http://ecofriendlyflooring.com/index.html

Living Wall

Product: Modular Gardening Containers/Pockets
Manufacturer: Woolly Pocket
Product name/#: for large installations seen here, you would use Wally Three, and Wally Five to create a living wall this large.
Product Information: This product allows you create a beautiful natural environment in any space using any plants you want. These 'pockets' are flexible, breathable, and can be used inside or outside. They are made of two materials: breathable felt and built-in moisture barrier. The felt is derived from 100% recycled plastic bottles, and the moisture barrier is made according to military standards for impermeability from 60% recycled plastic bottles, and then the two are stitched together by hand using UV-resistant nylon thread. These 2 materials allows the soil to breathe and also prevents water (if placed indoors) from dripping onto furniture or the floor. Woolly Pocket is a very sustainable company, their offices are solar powered and qualify for LEED Platinum, they also minimize manufacturing, marketing, and shipping materials.

For more information on this product and other Woolly Pocket products, visit:

http://www.woollypocket.com/

Water Feature


Product: Water Feature Built into wall
Manufacturer: Blue World USA
Product name/#: this product is so customizable that it doesn't really have a 'name'.
Product Information: This water feature is framed with multiple horizontal panels of your choice, but in this image it is finished in Powdercoated Shywhite. The recessed gold panel is crimped copper, which is enhanced with downlighting. The company recommends to leave to waterfall running (it plugs into an outlet) and only turn it off for maintenance. The only maintenance it really requires is that it needs to be drained every 3 to 4 months, and wipe the inside with a wet rag, and over time the water can cause the copper to get a hazy or cloudy film over the surface, so a water softener like Protec should be added to the water reservoir. The manufacturer doesn't offer any other specifications, but does offer the really high price tag of $45,000-$50,000!

For more information on this product and other Blue World USA products/installations and custom designs, visit:

http://bluworldusa.com/index.php?option=com_portfol&Itemid=&task=fullview&refid=687

Thursday, February 25, 2010

Outdoor Light

Product: Outdoor Light
Manufacturer: Boyd Lighting (designed by Doyle Crosby)
Product name/#: Twilight Bollard/E10242
Product Information: This outdoor light fixture is probably one I will use on my China project. It stands about 3 feet tall and is made of solid metal (with black granite finish) and the side diffusers are made of white acrylic. You can use fluorescent or ceramic metal halide lamps, both of which are very energy efficient.

For more information on this product and other Boyd Lighting fixtures, visit:

http://www.boydlighting.com/products.html?prod_id=e10242&search_division=BOYD&isParent=0&search_location=&search_type=&search_lamping=&search_designer=

Reclaimed Remilled Antique Flooring

Product: Anique Distressed Oak
Manufacturer: Aged Woods
Product name/#: Antique Distressed Oak
Product Information: This beautiful wood comes from planks retrieved from agricultural out buildings, primarily barns that are 75 to 200 years old. Aged Woods then kiln dries them, then remills them into beautiful flooring that new wood floors can't come close to competing with. This wood is FSC Certified and contributes to two LEED credits.

For more information on this product and other Aged Woods products, visit:

http://www.agedwoods.com/index.html

Wallcovering


Product: Genon Contract Wallcovering
Manufacturer: Omnova Solutions, Inc.
Product name/#: Connection Collection/Kiwi W2-CO-14
Product Information: This wallcovering is a commercial wallcovering that features REcore Wall Technology, and includes 30% recycled content and a minimum of 20% post-consumer recycled content, and backed with 100% recycled polyester. It also contributes up to six LEED credits, with its low VOC's. The wallcovering is printed with water based inks. Omnova was the first manufacturer to achieve GREENGUARD Indoor Air Quality Certification, as well as this product. Another great thing about this product is that it can be recycled through the manufacturers Reclamation Program, which is rarely done by wallcovering manufacturers.

For more information on this product and other Omnova products, visit:

http://www.omnova.com/products/wallCovering/wallcovering.aspx

Transparent Panels


Product: Ultra-light composite panel
Manufacturer: Bencore
Product name/#: Lightben Green Acid/ Satin Frosted Finish
Product Information: This product is made form Polycarbonate transparent cylinders that are bonded to external layers of Acrylic, and in this case Acrylic with a satin finish. This material allows some light to pass through, and looks amazing when back lit. It can be used on walls, shelves, floors, and ceilings.

For more information on this product and other Bencore products, visit:

http://www.bencore.it/eng/home_eng.asp