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Extra insulation - stabilized cellulose R38 ceilings, R19 south wall and R5O straw bale walls. |
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Extra insulation between first and second floors, bedrooms and baths, and between guest bedroom and laundry. |
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Two energy efficient water heaters. |
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Velux operable skylights, some with built-in shades. Many ceiling fans. |
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Slab foundation above grade on rock base. Drainage system to carry water away from foundation. |
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Low E Anderson windows. |
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Formaldehyde-free Medex trim wood products. |
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Many coffered ceilings with indirect lighting. Lighting system with energy efficient compact fluorescent lights, recessed lights and decorator fixtures. |
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Three Gas Fireplaces (heaters): all are thermostatically controlled for each zone. |
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Supplemental heating system for upstairs bedrooms, library and master bath, a hydronic heating system utilizing the re-circulation hot water system (part of regular hot water supply). These insulated copper pipes are below the concrete in the library and master bath areas. For the upstairs bedrooms, they are between the floor joists. The system is thermostatically controlled. |