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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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…
Read More…Homeowners looking to spruce up rooms with a simple, affordable do-it-yourself (DIY) project will find that adding or replacing interior moldings is a great way to update a home’s look without breaking the bank. Crown moldings and other decorative pieces look elegant, and many people assume that they’re challenging to install. But with just a…
Read More…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…
Read More…Danny Lipford, DIY expert and TV personality, writes about the joys of composite wood decking. The beautiful summer weather means barbecues, grilling and outdoor fun. A great way to make your home an entertaining mecca for family and friends is to have a well-built deck. Besides adding to the atmosphere of your backyard, a deck…
Read More…Outdoor areas such as backyard decks and patios can add square footage (and value!) to your home and are great places to relax and to entertain. Whether building or renovating a deck, look for plastic composite lumber, some of which is made from recycled plastics from grocery bags and plastic containers. Why plastic? Plastic composite…
Read More…Home Improvement Expert Creates Video Series for DIY Homeowners
Read More…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!…
Read More…Plastics can live again…underfoot Any idea what happens to all that plastic we recycle? Sure, plastic bags can be made into new bags and plastic bottles into new bottles. But plastics also can be recycled into long-lasting products. For example, your feet may be resting on former plastic water or soda bottles. Most carpeting is…
Read More…We are pleased to share the second edition of the Plastics Make it Possible newsletter! The monthly newsletter showcases exceptional innovations in plastic. This month we look at how plastic is used to make homes and buildings more energy efficient. With easy DIY tips from home improvement expert Jodi Marks, we hope you find at least one project you can resolve to start in the new year!
Read More…To make it easier for consumers to recycle more, Plastics Make it Possible® offers the following tips for reusing and reusing everyday plastics. These simple steps can help you keep your commitment to protecting the environment every day. 1. Find out which plastics are accepted for recycling in your area and where they can be…
Read More…Creating and maintaining an energy efficient home can help you save on heating and cooling costs. It also allows you to feel good about your contribution to the environment by reducing energy output. According to ENERGY STAR, an average-size household spends about $1,500 a year on energy bills, spending the most in the colder winter months and the heat of mid-summer.
Read More…Don’t be fooled by a convincing faux finish – the “wood” on and in your walls, doors, window frames, decorative molding and outdoor decking and fencing might all be made with plastics-wood composites. Here’s why that’s a very good thing… More and more architects, designers, builders and property owners are replacing 100 percent wooden building…
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