Do the requirements for credit IEQ c4.4 apply to accoustical panel ceilings? All of the ceiling panesl we are using (from Armstrong) indicate they are on the list of CHPS High Performance Products Database for Low-Emitting Materials; however, some are indicated as "NO VOC Formaldehyde" and some are "LOW VOC Formaldehyde." I am assuming these must comply and should be the "NO formaldehyde" versions. Any quidance would be greatly appreciated.
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Todd Bundren
Associate Principal - Director of SustainabiltyLawrence Group
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December 17, 2012 - 11:38 am
As a follow up, the Armstrong technical team indicated the panels do not fall under credit 4.4 as they are made from mineral fiber (not wood) and fiberglass (which I am not crazy about, but that is a different issue)...thoughts?
Tristan Roberts
RepresentativeVermont House of Representatives
LEEDuser Expert
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December 17, 2012 - 11:42 am
Todd, this credit only covers composite wood and agfiber products. If the panels aren't wood or agfiber, they're not covered.However, they are covered under IEQc4.6.
Todd Bundren
Associate Principal - Director of SustainabiltyLawrence Group
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December 17, 2012 - 11:46 am
Tristan, thanks for the quick response. Your thoughts are consistent with my initial reaction. I am not pursuing IEQ 4.6, but would like to have it in my back pocket just in case. More importantly I want to ensure the indoor air quality is healthy for the kiddos...thank you very much and happy holidays to everyone!