Skip to content

For Bulk Enquiries : Get Free Quote

For Bulk Enquiries : Get Free Quote

4 Sustainable building materials to look for in 2022 - Bulls Hardware LLC

4 Sustainable building materials to look for in 2022

What are Green building materials?

Conserving energy is a top issue for people worldwide, according to the World Green Building Trends 2018 study. This shift is mainly driven by consumer demands and their need to live healthier lives. This tendency is projected to continue in the next few years. However, corporations anticipate that more than 60% of their projects will be certified green between 2018 and 2023. By 2022, that proportion is predicted to increase from 35% to 45%. Numerous brands produce innovative and environmentally friendly goods to capitalize on this rising market potential.

Sustainable Building Materials | Natural Materials for construction

  • Rammed Earth
    Earth is one of the most ancient building materials. Do you recall the Great Wall of China? Sedimentary rock-like walls can now be seen in some of the world's most expensive residences.

    Thermal storage can be utilized in rammed earth walls (or even floors) to retain heat that is slowly released at night after being warmed by the day. Pressure is used to build a hard and durable surface from layers of dirt and a binder. These blocks, which any mason can make, can be used to create a low-cost, or even no-cement, quarry waste block.

  • Straw Bale
    Yes, you guessed it right. Old is new! Pilgrims on the Great Plains built their dwellings out of straw bales. And currently, the same process is being used in the 21st century.

    Straw bales are constructed from agricultural waste. Carbon emissions can still be decreased by substituting it for wood. Remember that the walls will be thicker than those of a typical stick-framed house, so plan accordingly. These thick, well-insulated walls can have astonishingly high R Values. A straw-bale home is fireproof and may be constructed to your specifications.

    According to David Arkin, executive director of the non-profit California Straw Building Association, people will be astounded by the level of comfort in such homes (CASBA). "It is kept warm in the winter and cool in the summer," he explains.

  • Wool insulation
    Sheep's wool insulation is now accessible. Wool is 10% more insulating and can absorb and release moisture while maintaining its thermal characteristics. The comfort levels in extreme temperatures are immeasurable.

    Wool removes sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxides, and formaldehyde from the air. They employ Havelock Wool insulation in the shape of batts and loose fill. Wool is also fire-resistant, sound-absorbing, non-toxic, and biodegradable, making it a perfect choice for upholstery.

    Wool insulation has several advantages, including being environmentally friendly, easier to install (no "space suits"), and more effective over time. Wool insulation is also biodegradable after it has served its purpose.

  • Tesla Solar Roof
    Solar panels are no longer limited to the size of a dinner table when it comes to generating power from the sun. Solar shingles employ roof tiles that look like ordinary ones. They are both elegant and functional, shielding your roof from the weather while also absorbing sunlight to generate power.

    Tesla Solar Tiles, despite their reputation, are not the only alternative. A Tesla Powerwall or comparable battery atop one of these solar panels would be an outstanding addition to your roof.

    Benefits of Solar Shingle
    • Easy installation -Solar shingles are less complicated to install than regular solar panels. An electrician or roofer attaches the units and integrates them into the home's electrical system before the shingles are on top of the new or existing roof sheathing.
    • Subsidized tax rates -A typical house solar panel installation of 350 panels may reduce a family's power expenditures by 40-60%. Subsidies at the federal, state, and municipal levels can sometimes minimize installation costs by up to 50%.
    • Perfect for under-construction roofs- Solar shingles appeal to eco-conscious homeowners who want to re-shingle their roofs since they are compatible with previously repaired roofs. Installing solar shingles on your home's roof has various advantages, including protecting it from the elements and saving money on power costs.
    • Profitable - you won't have to pay for the roof or solar panels; this has a decent possibility of succeeding. Compared to other high-end roofing options, the price difference should be minimal. You do not have to turn off your power when installing solar shingles. After sundown and on overcast days, most solar shingle systems are linked to an existing power supply.

Summing up: It has never been easier to obtain the supplies required to construct a greener home. Bulls Hardware is constantly searching for new eco-friendly building products to share with you. Environmentally friendly building materials will also be widely available and reasonably priced. But we as citizens must pave the way for better living conditions by supporting green living.

Previous article Green Building Materials
Next article Green Building Regulations, Dubai