Enhanced Durability and Reduced Maintenance

Choose materials proven to be characterized by one or more of the following:
  • Service life - longevity and minimal deterioration.
  • Reduced maintenance - require little, if any, finishing, or do not require frequent applications of toxic finishes.
  • Recyclability - can be reused or recycled at end of service life
Rating Systems and Code Applicable Products/Systems
LEED NC LEED S LEED CS LEED H LEED R LEED ND CHPS CALGreen
A5.406
Direct support of technical goals.

Concrete masonry, interlocking concrete pavements, segmental retaining walls, Proto II™, and glass block certainly apply to all of the criteria.

Concrete is prized as an extremely durable material, and in the form of concrete block, pavers, and retaining units provides long-lasting structures and pavements requiring little to no maintenance.

Glass block panels offer durability, security, and safety, particularly effective for window-type installations.

Note: DSA-SS adds a provision to A5.406 of CALGreen for use of materials with preconsumer or postconsumer recycled content value (RCV) for a minimum of 10% of the estimated cost of all materials on the project. All the products discussed here will contribute to that end except glass block – the clarity needed for its intended uses is not compatible with inclusion of recycled content.

Green Credits & Strategies - Enhanced Durability