VOCs are primarily released when materials or products are newly installed or applied. Over time, the level of emissions will reduce.
VOC emissions can be controlled by:
• providing adequate ventilation, particularly during construction and the first 4–6 weeks of occupation
• using low-VOC or VOC-free building materials/products
• sealing materials, where practicable, to contain the VOCs by using low-VOC or VOC-free polyurethane, or alkyd or acrylic paints.