INSTALL Green Flooring Webinar

October 23, 2013

The INSTALL 'Blueprint to Green Flooring' Webinar is an opportunity to earn AIA CEUs for people interested in green flooring, for no charge.

This course cover the basics of green floor covering removal, disposal and installation guidelines for flooring materials, such as carpet, vinyl composite title, synthetic turf, linoleum, hardwood and bamboo. Renewable sources of flooring and sustainability factors with their effects on the lifecycle process will be discussed. Proper maintenance procedures for extending the life of flooring products, manufacturer's warranties, levels of LEED certification and the importance of selecting low VOC adhesives will be addressed.

Objectives:

Identify a variety of flooring products that qualify for LEED points
Analyze how the flooring options will impact LEED points
Communicate the importance of following proper installation procedures
Implement proper procedures and guidelines to provide a long life-cycle for the flooring

Goal: Participants will understand the unique installation requirements for green flooring products and how to choose a qualified, competent contractor.