Conventional vs.

Simple Under sink Filters

Bamboo. A bamboo cabinet is not only eco-friendly but also beautiful. Bamboo veneer made from
Conventional Simple mature stalks has stave patterns unique only to bamboo.
More expensive. Needs its own Less expensive. No additional Moreover, bamboo is very easy to grow and is considered a very rapid growing renewable resource.
faucet. faucet needed. You can’t go wrong with bamboo if you’re going for a sustainable kitchen.
Hole needed in sink for faucet No hole needed for additional In using sustainable materials, invest in quality. Look for sustainable materials that are durable and
installation. faucet. you know will last a long time.
Filter cartridges last longer because More frequent cartridge It’s better to make a good investment once that will last a long time. You don’t want to skimp on your
only drinking and cooking water is replacement since all cold water is cabinets and have to repair or replace them several times.
filtered. filtered. Countertops
Higher flow rate makes some •FSC timber. Countertop timber that is FSC, or Forest Stewardship Control, certified is a timber that
Higher quality water can be filtration tasks less practical. was harvested and processed in the most environment-friendly and responsible manner. The forests
produced due to reduced flow rate. (Fluoride or bacteria reduction, for they come from are responsibly managed with the highest environmental and social benefits in mind.
example.) •Neolith. Neolith is lightweight, durable, and largely made of recycled raw materials, like crushed
stone. Up to 52% of any Neolith board is comprised of recycled raw materials. The various raw
materials that comprise Neolith are subjected to intense heat and pressure creating boards that are
Greater model choice available Only full-sized filters with 3/8" or tough, scratch-free, and heat resistant. That makes Neolith countertops durable and sustainable.
because of reduced flow rate. larger ports should be used. •Recycled glass. Tiny chips of broken and crushed glass are combined with resin and bonded together
tightly to make recycled glass countertops. These worktops are unique and beautiful, especially when
colorful bits of glass are used.

❑ Save Water
Low-flow faucets are key to a sustainable kitchen. Low-flow faucets save about 30 – 50%
on your water consumption. You can also get a low-flow aerator for your faucet. Aerators
mix air into your water, giving your low water flow added volume.
Another way to improve your sustainable kitchen is by using an energy-efficient
dishwasher. This is one that doesn’t require a lot of water for washing and rinsing.
In addition, if you’re a smaller household you could opt for a slimline dishwasher. These
are 450mm wide (rather than 600mm) and will use less water during their wash cycle –
➢ Consideration For Green Kitchen perfect if you never fill a full-size dishwasher.

❑ .Re-Use Items
Re-use items you already have. You can often refurbish and refresh worn-out items when you ❑Use Energy Efficient
redesign a green kitchen. Instead of buying new handles for cabinet doors and drawers, why not re- Lighting
use the old ones? Use VOC-free paint to freshen up the look or instead of building/buying a new
cabinet from scratch, you can simply change the doors and worktop. This way you not only save on
the purchase but also use fewer materials. LED lights are highly efficient and
environmentally-friendly light sources
❑ Use Sustainable Materials Cabinets
for your kitchen. They are 90% more
•Solid timber. The advantage of solid timber cabinets is that they come from a natural source. Unlike efficient than either incandescent,
plastics that can be made using harmful chemicals, solid timber is a green and renewable fluorescent, or compact fluorescent
resource.On top of this, solid timber doors can be repainted and repaired, unlike laminate or vinyl- lamps.
wrapped doors. Solid timber doors are a great choice for durability and longevity in a sustainable Led lights also usually have a longer
kitchen. lifespan than any of the other light
•Plywood. Plywood kitchens are fast becoming a new sustainable kitchen design trend. The cabinets sources. So you not only save on
for these kitchens are made of thin sheets of wood glued together, one on top of another. The number electricity but also on non-
of sheets glued together determines the plywood’s thickness (ply).Plywood is strong, durable, and biodegradable wastes.
very versatile to use for sustainable kitchen cabinets. It’s also cheaper in comparison to solid timber.
But to stay sustainable, make sure the plywood manufacturer doesn’t use formaldehyde in their glue.