The New Ways Walls Are Built
Walls are typically routine; the only "options" we have are pretty much just placement and color. Until now, that is, as innovative designers and entrepreneurs have come together to recreate walls from the most efficient to the most unique.
Thermal Wall Insulators
One of the biggest problems in residential construction is condensation getting into wall cavities, which causes mold and mildew. This happens when one section of a wall conducts heat faster than another, also making the home less comfortable during colder weather. However a new thermal insulation coating has been invented to prevent that from happening. It's called Aerolon coating, a resin-based coating that peels and sticks to walls to thermally insulate them. The product can be applied to concrete, wood, steel, aluminum, and more. The Aerolon alters the surface temperature to slow heat transfer more effectively than conventional foam and other insulation do. This helps the home retain energy and saves heating costs. The average price for the insulator is just $5 per square foot.
Living "Green" WallsÂ
Living green walls refers to the new practice of leaving a cut out space in the wall to insert plants such as philodendron, pothos, and spider plants. While it doesn't do anything for the structure, these sideways plants are being used for their ability to remove toxins in the air, improve residents' mental health, and they also smell nice and add texture. The living wall plants have been shown to improve mood and productivity and draw carbon dioxide out of the area. They can also create an acoustic barrier making a peaceful setting. Homeowners who want the installments hire garden professionals to build and plant the walls or purchase DIY kits to do it themselves.
Formaldehyde-eating Drywall
A company called Certain Teed, takes its board and adds a "secret ingredient" that breaks down formaldehyde into two seperate compounds. Their product is called AirRenew and can be used wherever standard drywall board is used.  Not only is it free of formaldehyde, it also enhances air quality by absorbing formaldehyde in the air, given off by cabinetry, paint, carpet, and other adhesives. It looks and weighs the same as drywall, and only costs about 25% more than standard drywall.
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