Hello, I posted this question on an older thread but will start a new discussion here. I am confused about frit not being allowed on a project for Views - The LEED Reference guide recommends introducing etching or fritting patterns to ward off birds from flying into a larger areas of glazing but does not state that it is not allowed in order to earn this credit? Where is that information coming from so that I can reference it? We have a project in the middle east with a frit on one façade.
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Sara Zoumbaris
Sustainable Design Consulting30 thumbs up
April 29, 2015 - 9:12 am
Just as a follow-up, I am pretty sure LEED v2009 only calls out Frosted Glass as not being allowed.. hopefully someone can confirm either way with a resource.
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TODD REED
Energy Program SpecialistPA DMVA
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April 29, 2015 - 9:47 am
See my post in the older thread. But I will expand in regards to reference. The intent and requirement is to provide a clear view to the outside for the occupants. Anything other than clear glass between the occupant and the outside does not allow for a clear view. The use of fritted and frosted glass goes against the intent and does not provide a clear view. You can have it on the façade, it just cannot be within the cone of visions.