What are VOC’s?

“VOC’s” are Volatile Organic Compounds.  Organic solvents found in paint are among many compounds that fall into this category.  As paint dries, organic solvents evaporate and combine with nitrogen oxides and sunlight to create ground level ozone or smog.

What is LEED?

The Leadership in Energy and Environment Design (LEED) Green Building Rating System is the nationally accepted benchmark for the design, construction, and operation of high performance green buildings.  Architectural paints, coatings and primers applied to interior walls and ceilings must not exceed the VOC content limited established in Green Seal Standards GS-11, Paints, First Edition, May 20, 1993.

              Flats: 50 g/L
              Non-Flats: 150 g/L

What is the US Green Building Council (USGBC)?
We are proud members of the USGBC.  It is a 501(c)(3) non profit organization that certifies sustainable businesses, homes, hospitals, schools, and neighborhoods. USGBC is dedicated to expanding green building practices and education, and its LEED® (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Green Building Rating System™.

 Click here for more information on the USGBC.


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