Product Catalogue: Materials & Methods
This section rewards efficient use of framing materials, alternatives to using large dimensional lumber, products and finishes which are more durable, made with recycled content, or wood products that come from sustainably managed forests. Many Building Material items also improve thermal performance and offer energy benefit.
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2.1.8
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Deck or veranda surfaces (1 point) and / or structure (1 point) made from a third-party certified concrete (i.e. concrete from a source having a third-party certified reclamation plan). |
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2.2.7
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Projects can achieve 1 or 2 points relating to concrete used in the home: Option 1. Supplementary cementitious material (SCM). 25% for 1 point, 40% for 2 points. Option 2. Reduction in Global Warming Potential compared to baseline mix in the Regional Industry Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) for the same strength class. 10% reduction for 1 points, 20% for 2 points. |
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2.2.4
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All insulation used in home is certified by a third-party to contain a minimum recycled content: 25% (1 point), 50% (2 points), or 90% (3 points). |
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2.2.9
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Install ecologically preferred bamboo, cork, or hardwood flooring for a minimum of 300 ft² (or reclaimed is acceptable) (1 point), more than 50% of all indoor floors (2 points) or more than 90% of all indoor floors (3 points). Products must be third-party certified from sustainably managed forests or certified sustainable sources (except reclaimed) (e.g. Rainforest Alliance, FSC, CSA, or SFI). |
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2.2.11
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Paints or finishes are manufactured with a minimum of 20% recycled content. |
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2.3.1.1
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Minimum 30-year manufacturer warranty roofing material (2 points plus 1 point for each additional 5 years). "Lifetime" warranties have terms/conditions that ultimately have a limit in real years, and will not be considered unless clarified. Inspection by certified roofing inspector or an envelope engineer for 1 point. |
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CRC Biltmore™ AR Architectural Shingle | Canroof Corporation CRC Regency Performance Shingle | Canroof Corporation Armourshake Premium Shingle | IKO Industries Cambridge Roofing Shingles | IKO Industries Crowne Slate Roofing Shingles | IKO Industries Dynasty Performance Shingle | IKO Industries |
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2.3.1.2
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Fire-resistant roofing materials such as metal, clay, tile, and asphalt shingles (Class A Fire Rating through American Society for Testing and Materials standards). |
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CRC Biltmore™ AR Architectural Shingle | Canroof Corporation CRC Regency Performance Shingle | Canroof Corporation Armourshake Premium Shingle | IKO Industries Cambridge Roofing Shingles | IKO Industries Crowne Slate Roofing Shingles | IKO Industries Dynasty Performance Shingle | IKO Industries |
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2.3.1.3
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Impact-resistant roofing materials used (Class 4 asphalt, rubber, metal, cement through ASTM International standards regarding impact resistance [wind, hail]). |
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2.3.4
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Natural cementitious stone/stucco/brick or fiber cement siding, or combination thereof for 25% of exterior cladding (for 1 point), 50% (for 2 points), 75% (for 3 points) or more than 90% (for 4 points). |
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Aged Brick | Selkirk Stone Distributors Ltd. Chiseled Limestone | Selkirk Stone Distributors Ltd. Contemporary Brick | Selkirk Stone Distributors Ltd. Country Cliffstone | Selkirk Stone Distributors Ltd. |
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2.3.5
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All exterior doors and windows manufactured from fiberglass (1 point for windows and/or 1 point for doors). |
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2.3.15
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Install durable flooring (e.g. laminate, finished concrete, tile, hardwood, vinyl planking, etc.) in all high-traffic areas (halls, kitchen, living space) (1 point), more than 30% of all indoor flooring (2 points), more than 60% of all indoor flooring (3 points), or more than 90% of all indoor flooring (4 points). |