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FAUCET AND SINK
A faucet w
ith a filtered water
system, activated by one of two
levers, eliminates the need for
bottled water. The other lever
controls the temperature. The
faucet teams up w
ith a cast-iron
sink containing 93 percent
recycled and reclaimed content.
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PAINT
The paint used on
the walls and trim scores high on
the green chart: Neither the base
nor the colorants contain volatile
organic compounds (VOCs).
Available in nearly 3,500 colors,
this virtually odorless paint dries
so quickly it can be recoated
after an hour.
RECYCLING CENTER
Even a tiny kitchen can carve out
space for a recycling center. By
the back door, we outfitted a
cabinet w
ith pullout trash bins
for easy sorting and temporary
storage of recyclables. Deep
drawers can hold bags for
grocery shopping. This spot is
also an ideal first stop for
incoming mail; separate it here so
that paper trash can be identified
for recycling.
SMART STAND-INS
Removing the
cabinets and pushing back a wall
made it possible to add an eating
spot. In the area beyond the new
banquette, a shallow unit,
above,
and
a built-in pantry on the opposite wall,
above right,
maxim
ize storage w
ith
easy-to-install organizers.
REN O VA TIO N
48 APRIL 2009 BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS
