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Reclaimed Mahogany on Homes Project

Is it permissible to use a reclaimed mahogany door that is not FSC on a project? It was manufactured for a different home, installed and quickly changed. (fickle client) it has since been put into salvage. The No tropical hardwoods except FSC rule is very clear. But unlike BD+C or CI Homes is not completely clear on reclaimed items.

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Peter Kennedy
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Mon, 08/22/2011 - 18:01

We have a LEED H project in California using a lot of reclaimed teak. This is allowed, near as I can see. Our provider has confirmed it. Look at p. 251 of the Ref Guide: "...reused or reclaimed materials are exempt." Please let me know if you hear anything different.
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Peter Kennedy
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Fri, 08/26/2011 - 02:22

I just heard back from our provider. You might want to look at CIR MR 02-89, where they mention a re-used door specifically.

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