George Amarillo

Composite Decking Vs. Ipe Decking

There is a lot of misinformation out there about composite decking and ipe decking. Composite decking companies pay a ton of money to convince an unsuspecting public that their product is safe, reliable, and a good value. Nothing could be further from the truth. In fact, let's cut to the chase. Ipe decking is a much better value, is more eco-friendly and will provide decades of enjoyment to you and your family. On the... (posted by George Amarillo 2 years 152 days ago.)

Eco-Friendly Decking for Your Home - What You Need to Know Before You Buy

There's no doubt about it, eco-friendly wood is all the rage. There are a lot of companies out there promoting ipe, teak, tigerwood and other domestic and exotic hardwoods as eco-friendly. This leads to a dilemma; how can consumers find lumber companies that are truly dedicated to sustainable forestry practices and the production of eco-friendly wood? As the general public becomes... (posted by George Amarillo 2 years 213 days ago.)

LEED Certification & FSC Certified Wood A Perfect Match

LEED (Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design) Certification was created by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) in order to provide the building and construction industry with a verifiable system to measure and define eco-friendly and green buildings. LEED certification can be achieved through gaining a specified number of points. The accumulation of these points can lead to anyone one of... (posted by George Amarillo 2 years 226 days ago.)