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		<title>Recycling Creates Eco-Chic Hardwood Flooring</title>
		<description><![CDATA[        Architects and interior designers are constantly searching for green and innovative products for their discriminating clients but are having a hard time sourcing high end eco-friendly flooring. Many homeowners still want the look and feel of a hardwood floor with the peace of mind that rests in using environmentally friendly products. [...]]]></description>
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		<title>Tigerwood Why it&#039;s The Best Decking Choice</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Tigerwood also known as Goncalo Alves, Muiracatiara and Brazilian Koa, is rapidly becoming a popular deck choice for many homeowners and contractors. This wood decking species is found mainly in South America and offers a beautiful and totally look. With a remarkable array of rusty orange, amber, and reddish brown hues and dark streaks a [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://decking-materials.com/tigerwood-why-its-the-best-decking-choice</link>
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		<title>Wood Decking- What Composite &amp; PVC Companies Don&#039;t Want You to Know</title>
		<description><![CDATA[The decking industry has grown exponentially over the last two decades. There are many companies that have come and gone over that time. Many people are familiar with the terms composite decking and PVC decking. The idea of such a product has merit. No maintenance, durable, consistent, warranted and several colors to choose from, sounds [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://decking-materials.com/wood-decking-what-composite-pvc-companies-dont-want-you-to-know</link>
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		<title>Shiplap Siding with Ipe Tropical Lumber</title>
		<description><![CDATA[      Shiplap siding has been used for many years as a protection and a decorative addition to the exterior and interior of buildings and homes. Wood siding comes in many types and installing it can be labor intensive so for this reason you want to pick a hardwood with longevity and durability. This [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://decking-materials.com/shiplap-siding-with-ipe-tropical-lumber</link>
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		<title>Hardwood Timber for Decks, Patios &amp; Porches</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Why is timber the choice for many people when they consider decks, patios and porches? Timber has been a much needed resource for our ancestors for thousands of years. Trees provided wood to make fire for heat making winters bearable and for foods that would otherwise be hard to eat.]]></description>
		<link>http://decking-materials.com/hardwood-timber-for-decks-patios-porches</link>
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		<title>Deck Boards What to Look For</title>
		<description><![CDATA[You have decided to build a deck. What is next? What is out there and what are the differences?]]></description>
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		<title>Ipe Suppliers Practice Sustainable Forest Management?</title>
		<description><![CDATA[We like to believe what we hear and read but to see it is a totally different experience. I recently got the opportunity to go to one of our supplier&#8217;s forest and watch them in action. The trip was a short 3 hours on a single engine plane across the northwest area of Brazil with [...]]]></description>
		<link>http://decking-materials.com/ipe-suppliers-practice-sustainable-forest-management</link>
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		<title>Decks Built to Last</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Decking is one of the most popular home improvements in the U.S. Many homes will at some point have a deck and this will increase the value of the home at time of sales. This type of home improvement adds living space and value. Many of us like to have a getaway. Somewhere to relax, take the edge off and maybe cool down. The outdoors is a great place to do just that and there are many ways to utilize a deck. Outdoor kitchens are growing popular, gardening exotic and otherwise, fire pits with seating, even around the pool area for sunbathing. Anyone investing in a deck will want one built to last and this requires an extensive examination of what deck boards to use.]]></description>
		<link>http://decking-materials.com/decks-built-to-last</link>
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		<title>Build a Green Deck Use Ipe</title>
		<description><![CDATA[What does "build green" mean? It is different for many people. There is no specific standardized term but I feel it embodies several different things. For one, is the product renewable? Does it come from a biodegradable or recyclable source? How much energy is needed to make the product and transport it to its final destination? What happens to it once it is worn out or broken? After reviewing those specific questions I have come to the conclusion that if you’re looking for a sustainable wood product for your home, the tropical hardwood Ipe is the best material for your outdoor decking and indoor flooring needs.]]></description>
		<link>http://decking-materials.com/build-a-green-deck-use-ipe</link>
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		<title>Deforestation -What is the Main Culprit</title>
		<description><![CDATA[Tropical forests cover only 7-13% of the earth’s land surface according to a Greenpeace case study written in 2008. The Amazon is the world’s largest tropical forest and deforestation is a concern for its inhabitants and the rest of the world. The misconception lies in what the majority of uninformed individuals view as the leading cause for this devastation. Illegal logging is commonly cited as the reason for this debilitating issue. Research shows that clearing land for soy farming and cattle grazing actually accounts for more than 80-90 % of deforestation.]]></description>
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