I've been asked to evaluate a recycled rubber entry system under the "carpet tile" concept. I think it might fall short of the credit intent, but wondered if anyone else has experience with a system like this.
The system is recessed, however, the rubber mat is glued down. It is constructed of strips of rubber tires, turned vertically and stacked side by side creating a fairly solid rubber mat. The top edge of each rubber strip is buffed until fuzzy, but I wouldn't describe it as having "high void volume" to trap dirt.
Any thoughts? This project is located in the Midwest (USA), so they will experience all ranges of weather.
Tiffany Moore
Built Environment ProfessionalBuilt Kansas City LLC
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March 20, 2013 - 3:25 pm
One more question on this topic. The requirements for the use of carpet tile as a walk-off mat are fairly straight-forward, however, I don't see any reference as to whether carpet tiles used as walk-off mats are also reported in IEQc4.3 and must be Green Label (Plus) materials.
My first reaction would be yes, but perhaps not if it's in a vestibule?
Does anyone have experience with a reviewer on this detail?
Tristan Roberts
RepresentativeVermont House of Representatives
LEEDuser Expert
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March 20, 2013 - 3:35 pm
Tiffany, a definite yes on that. See the first FAQ above.Based on your description of this rubber mat, it doesn't sound very effective to me as a walk-off solution. But if that is what it is designed and marketed as, who am I to say.
Tiffany Moore
Built Environment ProfessionalBuilt Kansas City LLC
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March 20, 2013 - 3:38 pm
Tristan, thanks for your quick reply. I can't believe I overlooked that info above. I may be guilty of not seeing the trees for the forest-I have been researching this topic for a bit.
I appreciate your input on the mats as well. It supports my concerns over the selection.