Blog

Sign Up Today

Interested in keeping up with our blog? Sign up by clicking below.

Sign Up

Specifications (17)

Water Vapor Transmission - Get the Units Right

Water vapor transmission is confusing - three different properties, each with their own units of measure. Can you rely on manufacturer's data...

Read More

1 min read

Improving Knowledge & Skills Through Community

This month is jam packed with opportunities to improve personal knowledge and skills. This underlying theme is the same for all for all three.

Read More

Naturally Decay Resistant Wood

Wood's natural decay resistance is dependent on species selection and the part of the tree that is used. Tropical rainforest species are not required...

Read More

2 min read

Where Is the Right Place?

Be careful! Often project specifications are not written by one individual. The final project manual may have contributions by the architect,...

Read More

3 min read

Specification Interviews - the Art of Data Gathering

CSI Specifying Practice group continues to grow and meets at 3:00 PM eastern the first Thursday each month. The show goes on despite the technical...

Read More

1 min read

So Many Initials - Which were earned?

We have all seen it. Business cards with initials after the name that won't quit. Heck, some have resorted to a separate line and smaller font. I...

Read More

1 min read

Order of Precedence or Interpretation Request

Consultant specifications delivered to architects for inclusion in project manuals can produce some interesting coordination issues, especially when...

Read More

Pet Resistant Resilient Flooring

What properties of decorative sheet vinyl flooring are important to consider when selecting pet resistant resilient flooring? Resisting surface...

Read More

1 min read

Specification Superlatives

"All work shall be of the highest quality, in accordance with the best trade practices, and performed by skilled workmen. All work shall be...

Read More

2 min read

What if the First Test Fails?

We receive the following suggestion from a building envelope consultant to include in a specification for sealant adhesion testing provided by the...

Read More

Blog Sign Up