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we all want a greener and healthierhome, but getting started may be overwhelming. in this video, we'll give you some tips and tricks on how to easily incorporate green living into your space. as a first step when you select productsfor your kitchen look for companies like blanco thathave earth-friendly policies. some examples of how blanco cares for the environment include reducing production scrap by usingthe highest quality raw materials and purchasing from ecologically evaluatedsuppliers. blanco's plants return heat energy to production, permanentlyreducing our carbon emissions. beyond
buying products from environmentallyconscious companies, design green living into your kitchen from the start. for example set aside a cabinet forrecycling and separating trash. composting helps your garden andreduces waste in your local landfill. the blanco solon compost system has won numerous awards for itsbeautiful and functional design. the solon sits beneath your countertopand its sealed lid controls odors while giving you more usable space on thecounter and below. it's dishwasher safe and makes composting effortless because it'sdesigned right into your space.
water is a precious resource, and blanco hasa line of water-saving faucets that give you the power to clean while conserving20-40% more water than standard flow faucets. these beautiful faucets are lead-free and have replaceable ceramic disk cartridges that can extendthe life of a faucet for years. it's important to think about how surfacesand appliances will be maintained. will they need extra chemicals or cleaners? blanco's stainless, fireclay, and silgranit ii sinks can be cleaned with a soft cloth andwater, in most cases. even tough stains are
often removed with mild, gentle detergentsor dishwashing soaps. we all have a budget in mind, andsometimes green goods cost a little more. a helpful rule of thumb is to think abouthow long an item will last to determine its ultimate value. buying quality materials with longer lifecycles helps the environment by reducing landfill use, and in the end they save you time and frustration. countertop and sink installation can becostly and, unlike cabinets, are not something you can easily paint orrefinish. that's why we offer quality products ina wide range of prices so you can buy with
total confidence. thank you for taking the time today tojoin blanco in making our kitchens greener for our planet and our future. to learn more about blanco'senvironmentally conscious products and values, please visit blancoamerica dot com.