Hi I'm wondering where in IEQc4 spackle should be included in, IEQc4.1 or IEQc4.2? I've heard that sometimes you don't need to include spackle in the VOC-calculations, when do you need to include and when don't you? Thanks!

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Mara Baum

Partner, Architecture & Sustainability

DIALOG

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Wed, 02/22/2012 - 03:13

I don't think I've ever included it. It's usually mostly gypsum and therefore has a pretty low VOC.

Jaida Anderson-Lozano

Enivronmental Engineer

Skanska Sverige AB

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Tue, 08/28/2012 - 14:06

I would say to include it. Even if its a minimal VOC content it still contributes to an overall VOC content in the indoor environment. If I would start excluding things due to low VOC. Then I start wondering what is ''minimal/low'' VOC content. Therefore I would classify spackle as IEQc4.2, Interior Flat Paints or Primer with allowable 50g/L. or would others include in as another product type?

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