250 gpl voc for oil based stains - AIM (Architectural Coatings) rule

[Beth n Rod 1,279]

The 250 gpl voc for oil based stains is on schedule for a proposal this year with the limits going into effect January 1, 2012. This means it's being delayed another year. It means that those states not effected yet, have another year before this will affect them. I have this straight from an EPA contact.

Beth

[big mike 14]

Good!

[Adrian 155]

Is RS still "good to go"?

[Beth n Rod 1,279]

Is RS still "good to go"?

Yes!

I believe that product is already below the 250GLP.

Beth

[Celeste 341]

Woo Hoo!

[Adrian 155]

Right on thx. Beth.

[Doug Black 18]

Why does this rule apply to exterior stains? I don't understand why this is being done?

[Beth n Rod 1,279]

Ozone layer...the environment.....

Beth

[plainpainter 217]

It's been 6 years since the EPA change, and to date I don't think any manufacturer has stepped to the plate in making a oil base stain that actually works within the confines of 250g/l voc's. I don't really care anymore - I am going waterborne - too many damn headaches lately. There are always promises, but nothing so far that delivers.