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Grouts, sealants help ease the task at hand

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The Portland cement-based, polymer-modified grout is both freeze/thaw resistant and water repellent, and is open to traffic in just 90 minutes. NeverSeal also contributes to LEED credits, making it appeal to those making it a point to stay environmentally conscious. Custom Building Products.

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Bentley names Holly Holton global director of sustainability

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As a company dedicated to exceeding California’s sustainability standards, Bentley will continue to design products to lower our chemicals of concern and carbon footprint. She also played a key role in guiding the process for Bentley’s LEED EB-OM Gold certification of its carpet mill, as well as Cradle to Cradle product certification.

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Architects & Contractors Enlist CUSTOM Architectural Services Team to Recommend Best Systems

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For example, the architect on a large condominium project had specified a sound attenuation mat underlayment which was not compatible with a latex-portland thin-set mortar, and required an epoxy bond coat. Howard JancyThe Architectural Consultants bring technical information on ANSI standards and TCNA methods to the specifications.

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Boston Apartments: The Ultimate Renters Guide

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This platinum LEED-certified building also offers an indoor/outdoor fitness center, lush rooftop and a putting green. For eats, try oysters and steak frites at Eastern Standard , or hit Restaurant Row for fish tacos at El Pelon Taqueria or Japanese hot pots at Swish Shabu.

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The Costs Associated with becoming an Architect | Life of an Architect

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When you add these costs, with the costs of other organizations and certifications we are encouraged to participate in and obtain USGBC/LEED, AIA, etc., I believe the firm paying for your licensing is a pre-2008 standard and is now considered overhead as opposed to an investment. They have ranged in size from 2 – 250 people.

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