Commercial vinyl wallcovering is highly durable and provides a long life cycle. Its long-term, low maintenance performance makes it a sustainable and economical choice over other wall finishes. Wallcoverings can be recycled through the Second-Look program many times, extending their life cycle even further and diverting them from the landfill for many years. The recycling program has the added benefit of reducing energy usage in the manufacturing process. Second-Look supports LEED criteria for low-emitting materials, recycling construction waste and using post-consumer recycled content.
- Exceptional durability and low maintenance
- Made with salvaged material or recycled content
- Is recyclable
- Controls heating and cooling costs
- Does not release pollutants in building
- Blocks the introduction, development or spread of indoor contaminants
- Improves light quality and visibility
- Economical
Source: Excerpts from USGBC
Green Benefits
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- Contains at least 20% total recycled content with a minimum of 10% post-consumer
- Recyclable (through Second-Look Reclamation Program)
- Meets State of Washington Building Specification for Indoor Air Quality (Low VOC)
- Meets California Section 01350 Indoor Air Quality Standard (Low VOC)
Second-Look Supports USGBC LEED Categories
- MR - Materials and Resources: Recycled content
- MR - Materials and Resources: Construction waste management
- EQ - Indoor Environmental Quality: Low emitting materials
Additional Health and Safety Features
- Does not contain formaldehyde
- PFOA free - does not contain Perfluorooctanoic Acid
- Cadmium and mercury free
- Free of PBDE’s (Brominated Flame Retardants)
- Does not contain DEHP plasticizers
- Enhanced fire safety
- Mold and mildew control
Supports Life Cycle Analysis (LCA)
- Superior life cycle performance (5-10 years)
Safety: Fire Protection
- PVC is inherently flame resistant
- Is self extinguishing
Standard LSI Wallcovering Fire Performance Standards:
- NFPA 101 - Life Safety Code
- NFPA 286 Corner Burn
- Class A (ASTM E-84)
Health: Bacterial / Microbial Control
- The tough, non absorptive surface of vinyl wallcoverings makes cleaning easy.
- Ease-of-cleaning makes vinyl a material of choice in healthcare facilities.
- Can be made breathable to inhibit mold growth by being microvented.
- Further protection is made by the use of an antimicrobial additive.
LEED Information
Recycling vinyl wallcovering as well as specifying low VOC and post-consumer recycled content product, supports eligibility for credits in the LEED program. LEED was designed to set standards for creating productive places to live and work that are both environmentally responsible and economically profitable.
Second-Look Supports USGBC LEED Categories
- MR - Materials and Resources: Recycled content
- MR - Materials and Resources: Construction waste management
- EQ - Indoor Environmental Quality: Low emitting materials
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For more information about the actual LEED program please click here.
