There are few things more important than the air we breathe, and too often this topic is neglected when speaking of how we build our homes. Indoor Air Quality affects the health and comfort of our homeowners. Achieving a high-quality indoor environment involves careful choices of design, layout, and materials
Green Building encourages use of products and materials that reduce or eliminate these sources of indoor pollution. These include a wide range of products such as low-VOC paint, solvent-free adhesives, and water-based wood finishes that not only eliminate many of the suspected and known carcinogens, but often perform better than traditional products.
The quality of indoor air depends on well-designed ventilation and humidity control, which goes hand in hand with energy conservation and longevity of the buildings.
You may reference our blog on “Improving the Air Quality in Your Home” for more information on this topic.
- Carpets with Low VOC
- Hardwood Flooring with Low VOC Finishes
- Paint with Low VOC Material
- Energy Star Exhaust Fans Vented to Outside
- Kitchen Exhaust Equal to or Exceeds 400 CFM – Makup Air Provided
- HVAC System and Ductwork Located in Conditioned Space
- Heat Recovery Ventilator
- Preventative Active Radon System
Low VOC Products
An essential piece of a healthy Green Building is the quality of its indoor air.
Understanding VOC emissions and how to control them can lead to a healthier environment.
VOCs are carbon-containing substances that easily become vapors or gas.
Many common building materials contribute to VOC concentrations in the air, including carpets, paints, wall panels, adhesives, and furniture. Choosing products that have been evaluated for VOC emissions is a simple way for facility managers to improve indoor air quality.
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