When researching low-emitting products, double check that the manufacturer’s printed information is not misleading. A common example is a product cut sheet that states: “This is low-emitting carpet” without providing the product’s certification status and number. You need a copy of the flooring certification to demonstrate the product’s compliance.
Guidance on incorporating LEED specifications into construction documents, along with samples, is available from MasterSpec and from the Whole Building Design Guide (see Resources).
Compliant carpeting is easy to find. Consider purchasing compliant carpet and padding that also has a high recycled content too. This will contribute to MRc4 – Recycled Content as well as EQc4.3.
Simulation is the only way to account during the design phase for daylight designs that have many variables such as the use of lightshelves and light-colored interior finishes. The
Multifamily residential projects may find it difficult to meet the credit unless the units are supplied with fresh air. Typically multifamily projects are naturally ventilated, and they can meet the IEQp1 requirements with operable windows. However, the additional outside air required for IEQc2 compliance may be difficult to provide unless they also duct in extra outside air.
