Finish Materials Flashcards
What are the two common methods of applying plaster?
On metal lath attached to studs or on gypsum board lath
What are some of the advantages of gypsum wallboard?
-low installation cost -quick & easy installation -fire resistance -sound control ability -availability -ease of finishing -ease of installation of doors & windows
What is the major disadvantage to using gyp?
The lack of recyclability. It can’t be reused for its original purpose and when it can be recycled, the cost is counterproductive.
How far are metal studs placed from one another?
16” or 24”
What are the two primary types of tile?
Ceramic and Quarry.
What are the three most common acoustical treatments for ordinary construction?
Ceilings, Acoustic Wall Panels, and Carpeting
What are the four basic types of wood flooring?
Strip Flooring Plank Flooring Block Flooring Solid Block Flooring
What are the two ways carpet flammability is regulated in the building codes?
-The first limits the carpets ability to ignite and sustain a fire if it is the first item ignited -The second limits its flammability when subjected to the heat and flame of a fully developed fire.
What regulates the amount of VOCs (volatile organic compounds) paint and other coatings contain?
The Clean Air Act
What is GRG?
GRG is glass reinforced gypsum, it is the designation for a broad class of synthetic manufactured gypsum. Other products include FRG, and CFRG
What is FRG?
FRG is fiberglass reinforced gypsum
What is GFRG?
Glass-Fiber reinforced gypsum
