Hello fellow bloggers and green enthusiasts! I have a few things to share with you…
I am currently working on a remodel project located in Boulder and currently have been gathering estimates for wood flooring. We had our local hardwood floor dealer price three different wood species for a total of 3000 square foot. For comparison, we chose 4″ wide FSC Brazilian cherry, FSC Quarter Sawn Red Oak and Strand Woven Bamboo. We also had him provide pricing for conventional wood as well so the client could compare the difference – FSC vs. Conventional. Here are the quotes we received:
Brazilian Cherry
- $15,700 plus installation – FSC
- $10,525 plus installation – Conventional
Quarter Sawn Red Oak
- $14,950 plus installation – FSC
- $13,290 plus installation – Conventional
Standwoven Bamboo
- $11,100 plus installation
Very Interesting! The clients have decided to proceed with the FSC Quarter Sawn Red Oak for it’s grain and color.
One more thing… Check out the new carbon footprint calculator from Earth Day Network. It is interactive and fun! I have a few things to work on… http://www.earthday.net/footprint/index.html
I love the bamboo counter top featured in the picture. It would look great with a vessel sink from Lithistone, made of post consumer materials !
Carrie Harvey
http://www.mixedgreenrep.com
The beautiful counter you are referring to is actually Kirei! It has similar visual characteristics like bamboo but originates from the sorghum plant. Love the Lithistone color palette! Have you had much experience with it?