Are you planning to renovate an old deck or create a new one this summer? If so, you may want to consider an eco-friendly approach. To be labeled an environmentally friendly decking, look for decking to be described as being environmentally friendly it must be produced in such a way that it does not have a negative impact on the environment. This means that the wood must come from a sustainable source that the production process uses the minimum of energy and that materials are recycled where appropriate. (Greenliving.LovetoKnow.com.) Whichever option you choose, find out if your deck builder is LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certified by the U.S. Green Building Council.
