Indoor Air Quality in Green Building

Building to prevent air and moisture from penetrating walls is a key aspect to indoor air quality. Keep indoor air in, and outside air out.

Aspects include:

• House wrap adds an additional barrier of protection
• Advanced flashing (PDF) details create a drainage plane to shed water away from the house
• Sealed heating and cooling equipment eliminate harmful gases
• Fresh Air Intakes ensure healthy air throughout the home
• Supply and return air grills in all rooms distribute air equally throughout the home
• Choosing products such as low VOC paint and formaldehyde-free carpet reduce the off gassing and unhealthy odors of similar products