Released on: October 2, 2008, 4:24 pm

Press Release Author: DirectBuy of Brooklyn And Queens

Industry: Consumer Services

Press Release Summary: There’s a misconception among many consumers that buying
“green” refers strictly to products made of natural materials. While that’s part of
the equation, there’s much more to it.

Press Release Body:
BROOKLYN, QUEENS, WOODSIDE, NEW YORK CITY, NY…
Like appliances and lighting that last longer and use less power to run. Or
plumbing that requires less water. At DirectBuy of Brooklyn and Queens and
DirectBuy of Manhattan, members not only have the opportunity to purchase the full
spectrum of green products under one roof, but they also can save some “green” by
paying manufacturer-direct prices.

Some of the green products available to DirectBuy members include:

● Faucets and plumbing fixtures that offer low consumption
● Natural cork flooring and underlayments
● Flooring made of renewable natural bamboo
● Lighting and ceiling fans with Energy Star ratings
● Energy Star compliant kitchen appliances, washers and dryers
● Cabinets treated with low-voc, LEED-compliant stains
● Bedroom, dining room, living furniture manufactured by members of the
Sustainable Furniture Council; many of these pieces are made from natural fibers,
use eco-friendly foam, and contain organic, halogen-free fire retardants.

“Being in an urban area doesn’t mean you can’t make ‘greener’ purchases. Living in
the city is probably an even better reason why people should be buying green.
Unfortunately, there’s no real road map as to where to make these purchases and
whether those purchases are truly green or not,” said Mark Brandt, owner of
DirectBuy of Manhattan. “The green products our members can buy through DirectBuy
have been rated by recognized authorities like Energy Star, LEED or the Sustainable
Furniture Council, so you know the green purchase you’re making is part of the
solution.”

Energy Star ratings refer to the U.S.-government backed program ranking the energy
efficiency of products. LEED, Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, a
voluntary green building rating system, which is a consensus-based national standard
for developing high-performance sustainable buildings. The Sustainable Furniture
Council is a non-profit balanced coalition of manufacturers, retailers and consumers
offering a public tagging program to identify good “green” choices.

“We all know we should be making greener purchases, particularly when it comes to
products we use in our everyday lives like lighting and appliances. Unfortunately,
making those wiser choices can be quite costly. By making all these green options
available at DirectBuy, we give our members the choice to save money and valuable
natural resources,” said Michael Wiseltier, owner of DirectBuy of Brooklyn and
Queens.

Since 1971, DirectBuy has helped consumers enjoy enormous savings on home
furnishings, home improvement items, entertainment and outdoor products, and
accessories, by providing an avenue to purchase directly from the manufacturer.
DirectBuy of Brooklyn and Queens, located at 72-25 Queens Boulevard in Woodside,
Queens, and DirectBuy of Manhattan, located at 469 Seventh Avenue in Manhattan,
offer consumers a comfortable, welcoming setting where they finally have the
financial control of buying direct.

Consumers interested in becoming DirectBuy members may obtain a Visitor’s Pass to
attend an Open House by contacting DirectBuy of Brooklyn and Queens at 718-247-2320,
or contacting the showroom co-owners Michael Wiseltier or Marti Brandt at
info@directbuybq.com. For DirectBuy of Manhattan, please contact Co-Owner Mark
Brandt at 212-290-3020 or info@directbuynyc.com.

For more information on a DirectBuy membership, you can call 716-684-1400 or visit
http://www.directbuynewyork.com.

About DirectBuy
Since 1971, DirectBuy has helped hundreds of thousands of families enjoy a better
quality of life, enabling them to buy directly from more than 700 manufacturers and
their authorized suppliers. Buying direct enables members’ hard-earned money to go
much further, while having the selection and choice not available at any retail
store. DirectBuy has been serving the greater New York City area since 2003. Access
to confidential prices, local suppliers and unparalleled selection helps make
members' dream projects a reality. It's a comfortable, country-club setting, where
you finally have the financial control of buying direct. The DirectBuy showrooms
serving the greater New York City area are part of more than 160 locations
throughout North America.

DirectBuy franchise locations servicing the greater New York City area are:
DirectBuy of Brooklyn and Queens, 72-25 Queens Boulevard, Woodside, NY, 718-247-2320
and DirectBuy of Manhattan, 469 Seventh Avenue 6th Floor, New York, NY,
212-290-3020.

For more information on DirectBuy, you can visit http://www.directbuynewyork.com.


Web Site: http://www.directbuynewyork.com

Contact Details: DirectBuy of Brooklyn and Queens
72-25 Queens Blvd. 2nd floor
Woodside, New York 11377
718-247-2320
MartiBrandt@DirectBuyBQ.com