Hello,
It's stated in IEQc4.3 that unfinished/untreated solid hardwood automatically qualifies for this credit. Could the same be said for unfinished engineered hardwood? This would be a engineered product that meets the requirements of 4.4 (composite). It would be finished on site with a finish/stain meeting the requirements of 4.2
Thanks!
Tristan Roberts
RepresentativeVermont House of Representatives
LEEDuser Expert
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August 7, 2013 - 11:02 am
Becky, the LEED Interpretation that established the language you're referring to specifically refers to "solid" untreated wood flooring. I do not think this would apply to a composite product, even meeting IEQc4.4 requirements.
Hernando Miranda
OwnerSoltierra LLC
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August 7, 2013 - 11:24 am
Engineered hardwoods generally do not use urea-formaldehyde binders/adhesives, which is what usually causes issues with compliance for EQc4.4.
Michelle Rosenberger
PartnerArchEcology
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August 7, 2013 - 11:45 am
Hi Becky,
I agree with Tristan. I've had this situation with an engineered wood flooring product. It is subject to the FloorScore requirement.