Building Green | Exterior Finishes | PBS
Duration: 26:42 (Full Program)
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Building Green #106
As the old adage goes, you shouldn't judge a book by its cover; however, don't we all judge a house by its exterior? We do, and that's why, in episode six of Building Green, host Kevin Contreras spends some quality time investigating different types of green exteriors for his straw bale home. In this online guide to episode six, follow Kevin step-by-step as he learns more about earthen plasters, natural hydraulic lime plaster, nontoxic paints and pourable limestone. ...
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Post Date: March 17, 2009


















