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Construction Manual

Construction Manual. Purpose: To inform the construction workers as to the best practices and products when designing a green house. Table of Contents: 1) Interior Finishes a) Paints b) Flooring c) Rugs 2) Building Orientation and Passive Techniques and Design.

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Construction Manual

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  1. Construction Manual • Purpose: To inform the construction workers as to the best practices and products when designing a green house. • Table of Contents: 1) Interior Finishes a) Paints b) Flooring c) Rugs 2) Building Orientation and Passive Techniques and Design. 3) Foundation a) Insulation b) Ventilation 4) Wall Systems a) Insulation b) Windows 5) Roof a) Overhangs b) Solar Ready c) Solar-powered roof vent 6) Landscaping a) Plants b) Irrigation systems c) Rain barrels.

  2. Factsheet (example) Solar tubes Description: A reflective tube that goes from the roof of a building to an interior room, allowing sunlight into the room. Pros: Lets natural light into a building, decreasing the use of electricity. Cons: Difficult to properly insulate. Implementation: A hole is cut in the roof and the ceiling and a tube is run between them. Cost: $179 to $423, depending upon size. Pay Back: ($.0785/kilowatt hour, 4 hours per day in bathroom with six 100 watt bulb.) Sources: skylightguys.com, solatube.com

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