Gypsum board is the most common wall and soffit finish in the US. One finish does not fit all applications. Specifying appropriate gypsum board finish levels helps control project costs while producing the desired aesthetic results. So what finish...
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There are many risks in construction projects, and specifications alone cannot mitigate construction risk in all areas. Good specifications, however,...
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How can an owner be sure construction produces the quality the owner desires? There is likely no way to be absolutely certain. But specifiers rely on...
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Friday, an architect asked for help researching a question about metal stud installation for interior partitions. The question was the result of a...
Why does the code require trademarks to distinguish the various plywood types? All plywood is not the same. Panels may be suitable for specific...
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It's a debate. The debate is evidenced in all the commercial guide specifications and even CSI's SectionFormat™. Related Requirements is an article...
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Architects and engineers are required to produce drawings and specifications as construction documents. The documents are developed throughout the...
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Design and construction projects require an enormous number of participants to complete each facility. The basic teams include owners, architects,...
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When is the architect required to prepare an estimate of the Cost of Work according to AIA Document B101 Standard Form of Agreement Between Owner and...
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Is the contractor permitted to submit substitutions or propose comparable products? Not if the spec is closed, he is not. Be careful if you think you...
