Styrofoam
Published on Dec 01, 2015
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You probably know that these boxes are everywhere, but did you know that the same material is surrounding you almost anytime you're indoors.
Photo by Wonderlane
Styrofoam (EPS) is widely used in construction, sometimes it is even the only material used.
As in these Dome houses from Japan.
AND!
EPS is even
considered a GREEN material...
Photo by Associated Fabrication
Yep. Due to styrofoam's high insulating properties and its "low" impact on the environment, EPS is considered a "green" building material.
COMPARED TO ?
Photo by Knauf Insulation
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WHAT ELSE IS THERE?
Photo by Peter Femto
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Recycled Cotton, and Recycled Denim have comparable insulating qualities to EPS.
Photo by van wagner-skrzat residence
I would like to highlight the use of EPS and potential alternatives through an installation in Central Park.
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