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Ask GreenHomeGuide a question about greening your home. We'll put your question to our network of the best and brightest green architects, designers, contractors and consultants across the U.S.

Tankless water heaters: electric or gas?
Asked by Michelle Allman, North Hollywood, CA

We’re remodeling our bathroom due to faulty construction. Can you offer some green pointers?
Asked by Jennifer Teufel, Atlanta, GA

Are there nontoxic alternatives to vinyl and lead sheeting for shower pans?
Asked by Sheila Brody, Brooklyn, NY

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GreenHomeGuide Q&A with Bill Semple

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Learn why you should give your bathroom the environmentally sound edge. CMHC’s Senior Researcher Bill Semple discusses the many benefits of a green remodel for this resource-intensive room.

by Bill Semple, 07/12/05

Tips From Designer Lili Wright

Elements of a Green Bathroom

Green materials and ecological design are the cutting edge ways to implement sound health and hygiene practices, ensuring that clean water, clean air, and healthy habitats remain available for all species.

by Lili Wright, 06/12/05