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Created on LEED Interpretation

ID#

li-2528

Credit NameEQc4.2 - Low-emitting materials - paints and coatings
Credit CategoryIndoor environmental quality
International ApplicableYes

Rating System

LEED BD+C: New Construction

Rating System Version

v2 - LEED 2.2

Inquiry

Based on Green Seal GS-11 (1993) the VOC limit for flat primers is 50 g/L. The Second Edition of GS-11 (2008) distinguishes between the Primer/Undercoat and Topcoat allowing for 100 g/L for primers/undercoats. The team is seeking to meet the intent of this credit by complying with the updated GS-11 2008 relating to the primers. All other paints and coatings fall below the VOC limits established in GS-11 1993. Is this approach acceptable?

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