Why does the code require trademarks to distinguish the various plywood types? All plywood is not the same. Panels may be suitable for specific applications. The trademarks give basic information about expected performance and allowable use. Know...
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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...
Exterior deck coatings in residential construction are expected to perform as a waterproofing and traffic surface. The coating must prevent water...
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Traditional construction documents were drawings and specifications - both published in paper form. The industry is trending to more electronic means...
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Specifications are technical documents - part of a construction contract - describing contracting requirements. Is there really a beneficiary to such...
Laminated glass construction is simple - glue two or more panes of glass together to form a composite single pane. Wait, nothing is ever that simple....
