Sustainable Facilities Tool

Linoleum wall base serves as a wall finish and a functional protective border. Linoleum is commonly confused with vinyl. True linoleum is made of linseed oil, wood dust, ground limestone, resins and a jute backing.

O+M Tips

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

End of Life Tips

• If in good condition, materials can be donated to organizations like Habitat for Humanity that will reuse them
• For materials that are well worn or damaged, recycling is the next best option. Contact the manufacturer for recycling information, or visit Earth 911 http://earth911.com/ to determine the capacity of local facilities/A

For alignment with LEED Standards

• LEED CI
• Regional Materials: At a minimum, use 20% of the combined value of construction and Division 12 (Furniture) materials and products that are manufactured regionally within a radius of 500 miles. Additionally, use a minimum of 10% of the combined value of construction and Division 12 (Furniture) materials and products extracted, harvested or recovered, as well as manufactured, within 500 miles of the project.
• Rapidly Renewable Resources: At a minimum, use rapidly renewable construction and Division 12 (Furniture and Furnishings) materials and products for 5% of the total value of all materials and products used in the projected based on cost
• Adhesives: Must meet the volatile organic compound (VOC) requirements of South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) Rule 1113.