I’ve mentioned Kirei in projects previously, but I’ve never really blogged about it. Kirei, or ãã‚Œã„, is Japanese for pretty, beautiful, pure, or clean — an apt description for this popular green product. Constructed of reclaimed agricultural fiber (which is heat-pressed with a non-toxic adhesive), Kirei Board is lightweight and durable. It’s often used as a finish material in flooring, furniture, cabinets, and other interior design applications. Use of Kirei Board may help contribute towards credits for LEED certification, depending on a variety of factors …
Kirei products can be found in almost every state, so give the dealer list a look if you’re interested. For a little more info on Kirei, check the below video put together by the pros at Shift 33.
I talk about Kirei (made from sorghum stalks) in an upcoming article about rapidly renewable building materials in the June issue of EcoStructure Magazine. Check it out soon at http://www.eco-structure.com/
@Jeff – cool, I remember hearing you were working on that article. You think they’ll have a direct link to the article?
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