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A healthier-materials option for any home

Some homeowners simply want to be more thoughtful about the materials they bring into their home. Others have allergies, asthma, young children, pets, or are especially sensitive to odors and chemicals.

That is why Cornerstone offers an upgraded material specification focused on lower-emission, lower-toxicity products whenever practical, from flooring and adhesives to finishes, sealants and other materials used throughout the project.

What changes: the finish

Zero and low-VOC waterborne finishes with published content, or hardwax oil where you want a natural look. Data sheets handed to you before we order anything.

What changes: the materials

Solid wood, no-added-formaldehyde engineered cores, natural linoleum and unglazed tile. Simpler assemblies with fewer ingredients to react to.

What changes: the process

Sealed containment and HEPA extraction during demolition and sanding, mechanical fastening over adhesive wherever possible, and a written cure and ventilation schedule so you know exactly when the room is ready for the baby or the dog.

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how we do it

How the option works when you choose it

01
Tell us who lives there

Allergies, asthma, pets, a baby on the way. We ask before we quote, because it changes what we specify and what it costs.

02
Specify with documentation

Every product on the job comes with its data sheet, so you can review before we order.

03
Low-dust demolition

Containment, negative air and HEPA extraction during removal and sanding.

04
Install with safe adhesives

Mechanical fastening wherever possible, and low-emission adhesive where it is not.

05
Cure and ventilation plan

Written cure times and a ventilation schedule so you know exactly when the space is ready.

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Want this option on your quote?

Say the word when you request your estimate and we will price it both ways, standard and non-toxic, so you can see exactly what the upgrade costs.

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