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Building Green | Framing and Roofing | PBS

Duration: 24:39 (Full Program)
Program: Building Green #103

In episode three, Building Green host Kevin Contreras looks for the best, most affordable, green way to support and roof his straw bale dream home. Because Santa Barbara is in California and because California is earthquake country, Kevin needs a good solid post-and-beam structure. In this guide to the third episode, find out why Kevin chooses steel instead of wood for his frame. We'll give you one hint: termites!

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Post Date: March 17, 2009