A cistern is a container with a waterproof lining that is designed for the purpose of storing liquids, such as water. A cistern to catch and store rainwater is an effective method to not only save money, but also to conserve water and obtain clean water that does not contain chlorine or other additives. The [...]
We have recently started renovating a small residential house located in Beaverton, OR. This house was built in the early 1900's and is on a fairly large lot. The house is only around 1600 sqft with storage attic space. We plan on using green technologies in the renovation including using recycled materials for construction, energy [...]
Insulation for construction comes in many forms. Depending on a variety of conditions such as location on the project (interior, exterior, attic, basement, etc.), the climate/moisture of your area, and availability of products, there a many options to go green! Insulation now comes in a variety of materials. No longer do you have to head [...]
Advanced Framing, also known as Optimum Value Engineering (OVE), includes construction techniques that can increase the efficiency of construction while minimizing cost. Advanced Framing creates a plan that effectively reduces the amount of material and labor that is currently used in the construction of a building while maintaining the structural integrity of the building while [...]
One of the biggest waste potential aspects of construction is hanging drywall. We at Bronze Construction are committed to lowering that waste by reducing the amount of drywall needed, reusing larger drywall pieces that would be waste on other locations, and recycling whenever possible. Reducing, reusing, and recycling drywall provides the following benifits: Creating business [...]
