Protocols
Room-by-room and system-by-system building protocols for lower-risk indoor air quality. Moisture, mold, paint, flooring, HVAC, electrical, and cleaning.
Moisture Control Protocol
Bulk water management, drainage planes, flashing, rainscreen design, vapor control, and climate-specific drying pathways...
Mold During Construction
Managing framing mold with the dewaxed shellac protocol. Four-step process: dry, HEPA vacuum, shellac, cure. Why biocide...
Clean Air Construction Protocol
Managing airborne emissions during coating, sealing, and finishing. HVAC isolation, directed exhaust, contaminant captur...
Paint & Finishes Protocol
VOC categories, mineral silicate paints, application methods, cure times, and ventilation requirements for chemical sens...
Flooring Protocol
Subfloor preparation, adhesive selection, off-gassing timelines. Inert options like porcelain and concrete vs conditiona...
Cabinets & Millwork Protocol
Substrate materials, formaldehyde-free options, finish selection, and sealing protocols for cabinets and millwork in low...
HVAC & Filtration Protocol
ERV and HRV balanced ventilation, MERV-13 vs HEPA filtration, fresh air exchange rates, duct materials, and humidity con...
Electrical & EMF Protocol
Shielded wiring, demand switches, flicker-free lighting, and dirty electricity filtration. Strategic placement for nervo...
Cleaning & Maintenance
Post-construction ongoing care. Hydrogen peroxide for mold, castile soap guidance, vinegar limitations. Why natural does...
HVAC Equipment Placement & Failure-Tolerant Design
Why the Good Air Standard favors keeping routinely-wet HVAC and dehumidification equipment outside the occupied envelope...
Last reviewed: August 2026