According to the data collected byFindomestic Observatory the environmental awareness of Italians is increasing with an increase in the percentage of respondents willing to buy green products. Italians do not seek sustainability not only in food or transport but they are also increasingly attentive to the purchase choices inherent to home renovations.
But how can you make truly eco-sustainable choices when renovating your home? Experts from habitissimum they explain what are some main assessments to make during a renovation to make it respectful of the environment.
Choice of materials
One of the materials that allows you to have a sustainable home is certainly the wood. For this reason, when the time has come to change the windows, a valid option is to replace them for new models in this material. It is important that these are windows with the FSC (Forest Leadership Council) seal which certifies the origin of the wood from managed forests responsibly.
The advantage inuse of wood it also lies in its high performance as a thermal insulator that helps you stay cooler in summer and warmer in winter. Likewise, wood is perfect as a floor especially when used with solvent-free finishes which are more sustainable.
Warm up
As far as heating is concerned, we are all very clear that the resources normally used to heat our homes are usually not eco-friendly. For this reason, if we want a sustainable home, it is recommended to invest in greener heating systems such as the pellet stufe. These are a ‘sustainable alternative as they use renewable fuel based on wood debris. Also they are a cheaper option compared to other fuels and totally safe as they are equipped with sophisticated safety systems.
Ecological paints
If you want to change the look of your home (or even just a room), you can paint the walls again, but first make sure you use ecological paints. There are products marked with the EU Ecolabel which ensure that it is a green product.
These paints have a lower environmental impact on the product life cycle and a low number of solvents. They will also not carry heavy metals as water-based plastic paints are lead-free and volatile organic compounds, which will be beneficial for the environment and your health.
LED technology
Another interesting point to improve the sustainability of our home is to bet on LED technology. It is much more efficient and durable, as well as providing a savings up to 90% compared to halogen bulbs. In addition, LED lamps do not contain mercury or lead, nor do they produce ultraviolet radiation, consume less CO2 and the components are recyclable. To save light it is also possible to place motion detectors and regulators scattered around the house.
Energy classification
Finally, although we are quite aware of the problem of low consumption appliances, we must always look very carefully at the energy classification and therefore, as far as possible, opt for those that have a classification A + or higher. It is a very quick and easy way to know the energy efficiency level of the devices.
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