RE: [GBlist] "Green" kitchen cabs

["Ralph Bicknese" <ralph.bicknese@christnerinc.com>]

Barbara:

The cost of wheat board tends to be prohibitive for low budget projects.  I
would suggest a formaldehyde free (Or low formaldehyde) medium density
fiberboard with several coatings of an environmentally sealer.  The look
with a clear sealer can be fun.  Medite costs more thnan some mdf's but less
than most other alternatives.  Medite is one Company that makes the mdf.

Regards,
Ralph Bicknese

-----Original Message-----
From: Barbara Linn [mailto:barblinn@uswest.net]
Sent: Monday, January 28, 2002 9:20 PM
To: greenbuilding@crest.org
Subject: [GBlist] "Green" kitchen cabs

I have been looking for the best material or cabinet system for a low
income housing project.  We would like it to be as sustainable as
possible, but need to be very mindful of the first costs.  We are
currently thinking of wheatboard boxes sealed w/ a low V.O.C. finish on
all sides.

We are also considering a metal system, popular in Europe.

Anyone have any successes they are willing to share?
I am also looking for countertop ideas besides plastic laminate.

I am concerned about the reuse or recycling after the life of the
material.

Thanks,

Barbara


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