Alternative Bio-based Composite
Description
Bio-composites, or biodegradable composites, are the next generation of sustainable building materials. Plant fibers such as sunflower hulls, or wheat straw, combined with natural resins and binders can be used to make several different products including doors.
Tips
O+M Tips
- Use cleaning chemicals and solutions that are Green Seal certified
- Dust with micro fiber cloth regularly
End of Life Tips
- If in good condition, doors can be donated to organizations like Habitat for Humanity that will reuse them.
- To recycle old doors visit Earth 911 http://earth911.com/ to determine the capacity of local facilities.