m
indoors
REN O VA TIO N
— COUNTERTOPS
Entirely
eco-friendly countertops are
among the most pricey, and
fabricators can be lim
ited. Our
local retail choice was solid-
surfacing, which can be repaired
and even recut should this
kitchen be remodeled again.
G FLOORING
Shelley
wanted to use the same flooring
throughout her small house,
which ruled out some green
options such as linoleum
and
recycled-content carpet. We
chose planks made from maple,
a sustainable North American
hardwood. Achieved without
stains or solvents using a special
aging process, the dark finish
looks like exotic wood without
the environmental impact.
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LIGHTING FIXTURES
An
Energy Star-rated pendant and
pair of wall sconces with compact
fluorescent bulbs offer long-
lasting illumination.
BUDGET BREAKDOWN
Do-it-yourself labor (on everything
except the countertops) helped control
costs. These suggested retail prices are
approximate and may vary nationwide.
Cabinetry
$ 8,286
Induction range
$3,200
Refrigerator
$ 2,500
Ventilation hood
$ 680
Dishwasher
$ 390
M
icrowave oven
$
130
Countertops and installation
$
3,560
Flooring
$
1,390
Backsplash tile
$ 300
Sink
$
568
Faucet with
filtered water system
$
791
Pendant and wall sconces
$
427
Pantry racks and
pullout recycling bins
$
318
Paint
O
LD
Fabric
$
94
TOTAL
$22,784
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