Specifications for Low Toxicity Materials
The DDC is requiring the specification of some low toxicity materials and highly recommending others. As per the DDC's Design Consultant Guide, August, 2003, if the materials listed as required are used in the project, this specification language must be included in the final bid documents.
Required Materials
01_0150 Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) Limits for Adhesives [DOC]
03_3000 Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) Limits for Concrete Curing Compounds and Sealers [DOC]
06_1000 Environmentally-Preferable Rot Resistant Lumber [DOC]
09_6816 Carpet Systems [DOC]
09_9000 Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) Limits for Paints [DOC]
09_9300 Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) Limits for Polyurethanes and Varnishes [DOC]
Recommended Materials
07_9200 Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) Limits for Sealants [DOC]
09_6516_13 Linoleum Floor Coverings [DOC]
09_9323_13 Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) Limits for Wood Stains [DOC]
12_5900 Systems Furniture [DOC]