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Recycled Waste Comes Home

mckaym — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 03:22:06 +0000

A Welsh company showcases their affordable low carbon homes made from recycled waste plastic.

Your Home, Recycled

mckaym — Sat, 13 Feb 2010 00:40:39 +0000

An Argentinian family takes recycling to the extreme by building a home out of entirely recycled plastics.

Who says Decks must be Built with Wood?

mckaym — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 20:58:26 +0000

New generation of decking materials offer improved looks and low maintenance

Recycling Plastic Bottles into High Quality Rope

mckaym — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 20:56:52 +0000

A company in Brazil is repurposing plastic bottles into 550 tons of higher quality, yet less expensive, rope.

Construction Begins on Recycled Plastic Railroad Bridges

mckaym — Wed, 03 Feb 2010 20:51:48 +0000

Railroad bridges at a Virginia military base get an upgrade thanks to recycled plastic.

A Hip Use for Old Construction Fencing

mckaym — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 23:17:36 +0000

Trendy bags give a new life to plastic construction fencing.

Recycling Could Solve Pesky Polypropylene Problem

mckaym — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 23:10:16 +0000

We could be reducing our waste by recycling more used carpets.

Increase in Construction is Good News for Plastics Manufacturers

mckaym — Wed, 20 Jan 2010 04:18:22 +0000

For the first time since 2005, manufacturers of plastic building products can expect demand for their products to increase this year.

Take Yourself on an In-Home Scavenger Hunt to Really See How and Where You Use Plastics

mckaym — Wed, 13 Jan 2010 07:36:38 +0000

Whether you are aware of it or not, plastic is all around us. We walk on it, wear it, drive it and use it every day, perhaps without even knowing it.

Plastics Make it Possible December Newsletter: Buildings and Homes

mckaym — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 01:35:53 +0000

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!

Plastics Make it Possible December Newsletter