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Polished Lightweight Concrete?

Water Vapor Transmission - Get the Units Right

David Stutzman: Mar 20, 2012 5:04:03 AM

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

Naturally Decay Resistant Wood

David Stutzman: Feb 21, 2012 4:37:57 AM

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...

Pet Resistant Resilient Flooring

David Stutzman: Jan 17, 2012 5:11:54 AM

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

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Solve a Problem - Relieve Stress - Build Relationships

David Stutzman: Dec 24, 2011 11:54:57 AM

Last business day before Christmas, I received two email messages about a project that will be issued for construction the first week of January. The...

Choosing Mortar Types

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...

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Arc-US 2011

David Stutzman: Dec 6, 2011 7:50:15 AM

It has been a couple of weeks since attending Arc-US in Boca Raton, FL. I think I recovered, or nearly so.

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Wasted Energy - Does the Owner Even Know?

David Stutzman: Nov 28, 2011 4:51:03 AM

While staying at a resort hotel, last week, I saw an interesting behavior in response to an interesting design solution. The entry level elevator...

Interior Woodwork Wood vs. MDF

David Stutzman: Nov 15, 2011 5:07:52 AM

Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF) products are plentiful and manufacturers are constantly developing adaptations to current building trends. This...

Cement Plaster Water-Ressistive Barrier

David Stutzman: Oct 18, 2011 4:54:41 AM

Tech Tips received a CSI National Communications Award September 23, 2011 at the national convention.