From his apartment in the Mile-End district, in the Plateau-Mont-Royal borough, in 2015.
"By removing the walls separating a bedroom and the dining room in order to create an open living area, we allowed the light to better enter my apartment, which reduces my heating needs," says Julien David, who estimates have achieved energy savings of $ 50 per month compared to what he paid before the work.The eco-contractor responsible for the works also used materials that did not contain any volatile organic compounds (VOCs).
These chemicals, such as butane, ethanol or benzene, are found in certain materials used to make cupboards or floor coverings, but also in stains and paints.
By selecting materials without VOCs, Julien David not only improves the quality of indoor air but also reduces his footprint on the environment.To renovate with respect for nature, however, you need to know how to go about it, says Michel Leblanc, owner of Solutions Residential, a company specializing in ecological construction.
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