Contractor Source
One of the best resources for contractors is the Association of the Wall and Ceiling Industries (AWCI). It provides for its membership a wide array of information and training. ABOUT AWCI AWCI represents 2,200 companies and organizations in the acoustics systems, ceiling systems, drywall systems, exterior insulation and finishing systems, fireproofing, flooring systems, insulation, and […]
Construction Joints
GENERAL DISCUSSION The issue of maintaining the fire resistance as one building system element (wall system) interfaces with another building system element (floor/ceiling system) has been a concern for many years. The established and recognized test standard ASTM E 119 Standard Test Methods for Fire Tests of Building Construction and Materials purposely isolates one building system element […]
Interior Framing
Note: The limitations provided here are taken from appropriate building product manufacturer’s source. For more and the latest information relative to these limitations, it is recommended to contact either the representative association or a specific building product manufacturer. A partial list of associations, and their links is provided on the home page of this site. […]
Interior System Components
The following are the primary components that together make up an interior system: FINISHING The most common interior finish is paint. Painting the interior cladding is fast, efficient, and it allows the surface to “breathe”. Paint should only be applied over a cladding of gypsum board and never over a cement board cladding. Underneath […]
Exterior Framing
Note: The limitations provided here are taken from appropriate building product manufacturer’s source. For more and the latest information relative to these limitations, it is recommended to contact either the representative association or a specific building product manufacturer. A partial list of associations, and their links is provided on the home page of this site. […]
Building Science Corner
FIRE RESISTANCE There are four different fire resistive tests that cover wall system design. The main and oldest of the four tests is known as ASTM E119 Standard Test Methods for Fire Tests of Building Construction and Materials. The next two tests concern penetrations and construction joints in a fire resistive wall. The fire test on […]