{"id":15050,"date":"2019-07-09T10:36:13","date_gmt":"2019-07-09T08:36:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/euroval.com\/do-you-want-to-achieve-a-more-sustainable-home\/"},"modified":"2019-07-09T10:36:13","modified_gmt":"2019-07-09T08:36:13","slug":"do-you-want-to-achieve-a-more-sustainable-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/euroval.com\/en\/do-you-want-to-achieve-a-more-sustainable-home\/","title":{"rendered":"Do You Want to Achieve a more Sustainable Home?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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More and more houses are being built following the parameters of sustainable architecture: bioclimatic houses, buildings with energy certification... However, most people live in houses and apartments that were not designed as living spaces that respect the environment. <\/p>\n

The objective is to build comfortable and functional homes in the most economical way possible. Converting these homes into more sustainable places does not require a large outlay<\/strong>, you just have to be aware of caring for the environment and carry out minimal logistical adaptations. <\/p>\n

To transform the home into an ecological environment, you have to get used to making a small gesture every day. Taking as a reference a traditional apartment, with the usual rooms and a small terrace, we offer you some advice on what actions and changes you can take to start taking care of the environment... You can save money now! <\/p>\n

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What to Do to Create a more Sustainable Home?<\/h2>\n
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  1. Insulate walls, ceiling and floor to help heat and save on energy.<\/li>\n
  2. Install double-glazed windows or curtains with thermal backing (which are more economical).<\/li>\n
  3. Use the sun. Orient the house so that it gets maximum sunlight, install solar water heating and consider passive heating options. <\/li>\n
  4. Select appliances with high energy efficiency ratings, such as ecological light bulbs.<\/li>\n
  5. Opt for non-toxic construction materials.<\/li>\n
  6. Choose water-saving appliances and low-flow sanitary accessories.<\/li>\n
  7. Recycle when possible, especially when demolishing and building.<\/li>\n
  8. Use renewable electricity sources whenever possible, generating on site (for example, by installing a small-scale wind turbine or micro-hydroelectric system) or choosing an electricity company that generates from renewable sources.<\/li>\n
  9. Build with comfort and the future in mind, good interior\/exterior access will be a key requirement.<\/li>\n
  10. Choose native and local plants for gardens and landscaping.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    What Materials Can I Use for the Construction of Sustainable Houses?<\/h2>\n

    There are all kinds of materials that are recycled, recovered and reused. The most used recycled materials are: <\/p>\n