What are those Commodity Specifications referenced by the building codes? AWPA U1 referenced by the code specifies wood preservative treatments by application, exposure, and type of wood product. Know what the terms mean to be sure you get the intended..
Preservative Treated Wood
by David Stutzman | Apr 23, 2013 | B2010, Design Considerations, Division 06, Product Applications, publications, B1010, B1020, Specifications, Tech Tips, Wood, wood treatment
Wood Finishing Standards
by David Stutzman | Jan 22, 2013 | C1030, C1090, C20, C2010, C2030, C2040, C2050, Design Considerations, Division 06, Division 08, Division 09, Division 12, E2010, E2050, Product Applications, publications, Specifications, Tech Tips, Wood, wood flooring, woodwork
What finishing product should I specify for casework? Wood flooring? There are so many choices. How do I know which product is best?
Wood Door Veneer Faces
by David Stutzman | Dec 18, 2012 | C1030, Design Considerations, Division 08, Door, Product Failures, publications, Specifications, Tech Tips, Wood, Wood veneer
Avoid surprises! Is this what you expect doors to look like?
What Is Your Best Source for Product Research?
by David Stutzman | Aug 27, 2012 | CCS, CSI, Design Considerations, Division 06, exterior, Practice Guide, Product Applications, Specifications, Wood
Because of discussions about a current project, I got to thinking: Just what is the best product research source? Since there are so many sources, what can you believe?
Straight Grained Wood
by David Stutzman | Apr 24, 2012 | C1030, C1090, C2010, C2020, C2090, Design Considerations, Division 06, Division 08, Product Applications, publications, Specifications, Tech Tips, Wood
Are you expecting straight grained wood for your project? Use the right terms to get what you want. Quarter Cut and Rift Cut wood produces similar straight grain results. However, there are differences and limitations. Learn how to distinguish between..
Naturally Decay Resistant Wood
by David Stutzman | Feb 21, 2012 | B2080, B3020, Division 06, G2030, Product Applications, Professional Practice, publications, Specifications, Sustainable Design, Tech Tips, 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 for durable wood in exterior applications. Learn what US native species are sustainable alternatives and..