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Overall, the precise evaluation criteria of the various products in Europevary from label to label, but the following major aspects are common keycriteria:Limitation of dangerous substances for both environment andhealth.Limiting the use of:o White pigments.o Volatile organic compounds (VOCs).o Volatile aromatic hydrocarbons (VAHs).o Preservatives.o Dispersants.Reduction of:o Sulphur emissions during the production of titanium dioxide.o Dangerous waste from the production of titanium dioxide.o Air pollutants ( CO2, SOx, NOx, ..).Absence of certain products:o Leading to the classification of paints and varnishes such as:very toxic, dangerous for the environment, carcinogenic, toxicfor reproduction and mutagenic.o The following heavy metals and their compounds: Cd, Pb, CrVI, Hg, As.o Aklylphenol ethoxylates (APEO), Diethylene glycol, methylether.5.4.3 Doors and WindowsThere are many issues to consider before you can choose theright window or door for your home.Apart from how it looks, there are the practicalities - location,how it opens, how much ventilation you want, and mostimportantly whether the product you buy is suitable for itsintended purpose.As you will probably only buy windows and doors once ortwice in your lifetime, it is a decision that you should considercarefully. Consider Installing ENERGY STAR qualified windows, doors,and skylights to lower your energy bills and save money. With moreefficient windows, you also use less energy, which reduces greenhousegas emissions from power plants.82