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Reclaimed Furniture

Looking for a green, inexpensive bathroom remodeling idea? Using a reclaimed vanity (previously a small, free-standing cabinet) to create a unique sink and cabinet is a great idea. And the conversion process may be easier than you think. For a quick overview, here’s a video from the DIY Blog Cabin.

You could recycle kitchen cabinets in lots of ways, including using the drawers in your workbench or building a Book Nook & Window Seat.

Have you recycled furniture or cabinets for a cool DIY project? Share your experience in the comments section.

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Fiber Cement Siding

Fiber-cement siding is durable and low-maintenance. Fine Homebuilding has produced an informative, short video for tips on Cutting Fiber Cement With a Circular Saw.

There’s some debate about how eco-friendly fiber cement is. It takes quite a bit of energy to produce the Portland cement that holds the boards together, and the cellulose sources may not be sustainable (although some products use recycled materials). But the final product should last a long time, so it’s a good option for siding.

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