David Stutzman: Jun 24, 2014 7:51:48 AM
Gypsum board is the most common wall and soffit finish in the US. One finish does not fit all applications. Specifying appropriate gypsum board...
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David Stutzman: Jun 2, 2014 7:28:28 AM
Friday, an architect asked for help researching a question about metal stud installation for interior partitions. The question was the result of a...
David Stutzman: Feb 20, 2014 7:46:16 AM
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....
David Stutzman: Nov 19, 2013 6:18:56 AM
Metal stud cut for plumbing piping is structurally useless.
David Stutzman: May 21, 2013 6:07:27 AM
What are the common types needed for virtually every commercial building? Metal stud deflection tracks accommodate movement, both vertical and...
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David Stutzman: Dec 24, 2012 8:36:18 AM
What is the best way to ensure consistency and high quality in your construction documents?
David Stutzman: Sep 18, 2012 5:21:39 AM
Did you just severely restrict, or eliminate competition by including a UL design number for fire resistive masonry partitions? Unknowingly, perhaps....
David Stutzman: Dec 20, 2011 5:06:32 AM
The strength of mortar relative to the materials being installed is critical. Mortar must be strong enough and flexible enough to allow the structure...
David Stutzman: Mar 22, 2011 5:00:00 AM
Combustible construction can provide perfect paths through concealed spaces to allow fires to spread quickly and undetected. Fireblocking and...
