Building material costs have been skyrocketing like everything else lately. Green builders find the prices going higher as well as a shortage of some materials. There are manufactures overseas but it is hard to discern quality and if these materials truly meet the “green” standards. Sino Source, Tim McNamara, President, http://www.sinosource.com has seen an increase in demand for these materials.
Going green does not have to mean higher building cost. There are so many new materials on the market that US consumers are not even aware of says Sino Source, Tim McNamara.
The products range from: bamboo and cork flooring to palm (coconut) flooring. These materials have no VOCs (volatile organic compounds) and no Formaldehyde and they are renewable materials. These are some of the best flooring options for the ‘green’ builder and the ‘green’ consumer. The cost for these materials can be very competitive to traditional materials if not cheaper. Sino Source is a leading exporter in China, based in Canada. They get builders specifications, make sure of quality and that materials meet ‘green’ standards. This allows builders to buy directly from China and have the guarantee of a reputable agent. This is a win – win situation for the builders and the consumer.
Other building materials at substantial savings to builders trying to survive tough economic times are: bathroom accessories, stone and solar solutions for businesses and residential.
