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The Roof Over Your Head

The roof over your head should protect you, your loved ones and your belongings from Mother Nature. And now thanks to plastics, roofing can be strong, light, durable, easy to install and also make sense economically and environmentally –- some serious advantages! Even though plastic roofing weighs less than asphalt roofing and up to 75…

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Plastic Roofing – Stylish Protection from the Elements

To protect your home from the elements, a durable, long-lasting roof can make a big difference.  If it’s time to update your roof, you may want to check out roofing products made from plastics. Innovative plastic roofing is a great option for any homeowner — it’s strong, durable, light, easy to install and maintain, and…

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Replace Flooring Yourself– With Plastics

One of the most effective ways to update your home is to replace dated, worn-out flooring. It’s now easier than ever to install new flooring yourself, thanks in part to plastics. Installing plastic-composite laminate flooring and the newer luxury vinyl tiles and planks — all of which resemble wood, tile, marble and other traditional materials…

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Flooring Solutions Made Possible by Plastics

Replacing old flooring is a great way to update the look of a room — and there are plenty of options for homeowners.  Luxury vinyl tile, luxury vinyl planks, and plastic-composite laminate flooring are great choices because they’re fast to install, chic, easy on the feet, and affordable. The Pros of Plastic Flooring: Installation With…

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How to Choose the Right Molding for your Home: Guest Post

Looking for an easy, quick way to freshen up a room?  Adding or replacing decorative molding is a simple, DIY project — and it’s even easier today with innovative plastic moldings. Before you strap on your tool belt, here are tips on choosing the right moldings for your home. Consider style –- Choose molding that…

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Decking with Plastics: Guest Post

Danny Lipford, DIY expert and TV personality, writes about the joys of composite wood decking. For more tips on how to update your home and improve energy efficiency using plastic home building products, click here. The beautiful summer weather means barbecues, grilling and outdoor fun. A great way to make your home an entertaining mecca for…

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Plastics + Windows = Money And Energy Savings

Many homeowners are looking for do-it-yourself (DIY) projects that help increase energy efficiency and save money. Installing a programmable thermostat and switching to compact fluorescent light bulbs can help, but homeowners interested in even more energy and money savings should start with the windows. Here are a few ways that plastics can help: Stop the…

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Plastic Caulking Can Save Energy

Feeling any drafts or hot/cold spots in your home? Concerned about your monthly energy bill? You might be losing heat and air conditioning through drafty windows and doors without even knowing it. Using plastic-based caulks is an easy, simple solution to this problem, and the good news is that just about anyone can apply them!…

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Plastics in the Backyard

This year a quarter of Americans plan to make outdoor home improvements to get ready for springtime and warmer weather. So as barbeque season approaches, it’s a good time to take stock of your outdoor deck, furniture and dishware and consider how plastics can help ease time-consuming maintenance chores. If you’re thinking about adding a…

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