Vinyl wall base is a durable material that serves as a wall finish and functional protective border. Vinyl base should be used sparingly, as the manufacturing process for vinyl has been found to create a number of substances known to compromise human health.

O+M Tips

• Use cleaning chemicals and solutions that are Green Seal certified.
• Dust with micro fiber cloth regularly.

End of Life Tips

• Since vinyl is comprised of chemical compounds that aren't environmentally friendly, it's important to ensure that old vinyl products are not incinerated.
• Contact the flooring manufacturer for information, or visit Earth911.com to determine the capacity of local facilities.

For alignment with LEED Standards

• Regional Materials: For credit achievement calculation, products sourced (extracted, manufactured, purchased) within 100 miles (160 km) of the project site are valued at 200% of their base contributing cost.
  • BD+C and ID+C MR: Building Product Disclosure and Optimization – Sourcing of Raw Materials and Material Ingredients
  • O+M MR: Purchasing - Facility Maintenance and Renovation
• Adhesives: Must meet the volatile organic compound (VOC) requirements of South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) Rule 1168.
  • BD+C and ID+C EQ: Low-Emitting Materials
  • O+M MR: Purchasing - Facility Maintenance and Renovation