# Archive of Older Topics **URL:** https://forum.4specs.com/c/archive-of-older-topics/6.md?page=1 [Latest](https://forum.4specs.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.4specs.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.4specs.com/tags.md) **Page:** 2 --- ## [Roof hatches minimum 16 sq. ft.](https://forum.4specs.com/t/roof-hatches-minimum-16-sq-ft/3607)
**Author:** [@chris\_grimm\_ccs\_scip](https://forum.4specs.com/u/chris_grimm_ccs_scip)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [September 1, 2020, 9:29pm UTC](https://forum.4specs.com/t/roof-hatches-minimum-16-sq-ft/3607 "2020-09-01T21:29:35Z")
This is a code requirement and it is not new. Yet designers have been directing me to use much smaller roof hatches for years. Are others seeing a lot of roof hatches in designs that do not meet the code, or am I readin… --- ## [Searching for a "positively anchored" roof paver](https://forum.4specs.com/t/searching-for-a-positively-anchored-roof-paver/3712)
**Author:** [@nwoods](https://forum.4specs.com/u/nwoods)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2020, 8:52am UTC](https://forum.4specs.com/t/searching-for-a-positively-anchored-roof-paver/3712 "2020-08-23T08:52:18Z")
I have a roof top plaza in a hospital, in California. We planned on using a standard pedestal/paver system over a sloped substrate. OSHPD wants that paver system to be positively anchored (Screw/bolts or clips). Anyon… --- ## [Shade Sails](https://forum.4specs.com/t/shade-sails/3710)
**Author:** [@ddean](https://forum.4specs.com/u/ddean)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2020, 6:31pm UTC](https://forum.4specs.com/t/shade-sails/3710 "2020-08-21T18:31:29Z")
Do any of you happen to have a 3 part spec for Shade Sails? something like this https://shadesails.com/ Thanks in advance --- ## [Advice on taking the CCS this Fall](https://forum.4specs.com/t/advice-on-taking-the-ccs-this-fall/3708)
**Author:** [@pjlee](https://forum.4specs.com/u/pjlee)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2020, 4:37pm UTC](https://forum.4specs.com/t/advice-on-taking-the-ccs-this-fall/3708 "2020-08-18T16:37:06Z")
Hi everyone, I am planning to take the CCS exam in November. Any advice will be greatly appreciated! Thank you in advance! I went through the entire CCS Study Workbook 2014 (not the reading list yet since I just got t… --- ## [What is the word for....](https://forum.4specs.com/t/what-is-the-word-for/3705)
**Author:** [@michael\_chusid](https://forum.4specs.com/u/michael_chusid)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2020, 12:11am UTC](https://forum.4specs.com/t/what-is-the-word-for/3705 "2020-08-11T00:11:19Z")
We can describe the area of the building as it intersects the ground plane as its “footprint”. I can describe the top of a building as having a roof area. But I need a simple, widely understood term for the total “covera… --- ## [Tectum decks are no longer FM approved](https://forum.4specs.com/t/tectum-decks-are-no-longer-fm-approved/3703)
**Author:** [@khercenberg](https://forum.4specs.com/u/khercenberg)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2020, 10:37pm UTC](https://forum.4specs.com/t/tectum-decks-are-no-longer-fm-approved/3703 "2020-08-07T22:37:53Z")
Apparently Armstrong bought Tectum back in 2017 and has now decided against FM testing when used as a roof deck. As a result, FM has deleted all RoofNav systems with Tectum decks and no longer includes cementitious wood … --- ## [NTP without signed agreement](https://forum.4specs.com/t/ntp-without-signed-agreement/3702)
**Author:** [@chris\_grimm\_ccs\_scip](https://forum.4specs.com/u/chris_grimm_ccs_scip)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2020, 3:33pm UTC](https://forum.4specs.com/t/ntp-without-signed-agreement/3702 "2020-08-07T15:33:18Z")
A new client acts perturbed that I want him to actually SIGN the proposed agreement. He emailed me to say this is your notice to proceed. I objected and said if there is something you disagree with in the proposal I need… --- ## [COVID-19 EFFECT ON SPECS](https://forum.4specs.com/t/covid-19-effect-on-specs/3673)
**Author:** [@lazarcitec](https://forum.4specs.com/u/lazarcitec)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [August 6, 2020, 12:10am UTC](https://forum.4specs.com/t/covid-19-effect-on-specs/3673 "2020-08-06T00:10:45Z")
For current projects what procedures are being added to job specs? Where? Future jobs? --- ## [Attaching shingles to something other than plywood](https://forum.4specs.com/t/attaching-shingles-to-something-other-than-plywood/3701)
**Author:** [@rhinkle](https://forum.4specs.com/u/rhinkle)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2020, 9:16pm UTC](https://forum.4specs.com/t/attaching-shingles-to-something-other-than-plywood/3701 "2020-07-28T21:16:01Z")
Working on a IIB residential building 4 stories tall and the contractor is looking for options to FRT plywood. Someone is remembering a split nail system for attaching shingles to a gypsum underlayment. Can anyone shar… --- ## [Bituminous coatings in grouted frames](https://forum.4specs.com/t/bituminous-coatings-in-grouted-frames/3682)
**Author:** [@presbspec](https://forum.4specs.com/u/presbspec)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2020, 11:01pm UTC](https://forum.4specs.com/t/bituminous-coatings-in-grouted-frames/3682 "2020-07-12T23:01:37Z")
Have an architect questioning whether we need to include the bituminous coating in grouted frames. appears he is getting push back from some contractors. I understand the reason for this, and have stated it many times. … --- ## [Storefront, Doors, and Windows for Psychiatric Facilities](https://forum.4specs.com/t/storefront-doors-and-windows-for-psychiatric-facilities/3697)
**Author:** [@lgoodrob](https://forum.4specs.com/u/lgoodrob)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2020, 5:50pm UTC](https://forum.4specs.com/t/storefront-doors-and-windows-for-psychiatric-facilities/3697 "2020-06-26T17:50:05Z")
I’m looking for manufacturers who have already tested glazed aluminum storefront, doors, and windows for human impact, typical to psychiatric and mental health facilities. We’re renovating an old state hospital building … --- ## [Impact Resistance Classifications for Gypsum Board](https://forum.4specs.com/t/impact-resistance-classifications-for-gypsum-board/3696)
**Author:** [@david\_j\_wyatt\_cdt](https://forum.4specs.com/u/david_j_wyatt_cdt)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 25, 2020, 10:05pm UTC](https://forum.4specs.com/t/impact-resistance-classifications-for-gypsum-board/3696 "2020-06-25T22:05:03Z")
Good morning. I have been asked to specify “Very High-Impact” gypsum board for interior partitions for a church renovation project. “Very High-Impact” seems to be a marketing term, rather than an industry consensus ter… --- ## [SpecLink positives?](https://forum.4specs.com/t/speclink-positives/3302)
**Author:** [@Ruth\_Albertelli](https://forum.4specs.com/u/Ruth_Albertelli)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 6:15pm UTC](https://forum.4specs.com/t/speclink-positives/3302 "2020-06-24T18:15:57Z")
I am new to using SpecLink and I have reached a frustration level that is hard to believe. For those that use this software on a regular basis, can you provide some positive feedback on it?? --- ## [CSI's recommendations for citing standards in the Reference Standard Article?](https://forum.4specs.com/t/csis-recommendations-for-citing-standards-in-the-reference-standard-article/3692)
**Author:** [@pjlee](https://forum.4specs.com/u/pjlee)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2020, 2:11pm UTC](https://forum.4specs.com/t/csis-recommendations-for-citing-standards-in-the-reference-standard-article/3692 "2020-06-24T14:11:00Z")
Do you know if CSI has an official format for citing standards and guidelines in the Reference Standards Article? I have not been able to find the official information I can leverage. I read a great article by Ron Geren… --- ## [Custom Carved Wood Doors](https://forum.4specs.com/t/custom-carved-wood-doors/3695)
**Author:** [@robin](https://forum.4specs.com/u/robin)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2020, 5:14pm UTC](https://forum.4specs.com/t/custom-carved-wood-doors/3695 "2020-06-22T17:14:39Z")
Has anyone every specified a custom wood door? Most AWI/AWS standards wouldn’t apply - i think it’s carved from a solid slab of wood. I can see including some tolerances, but anything else you would include? Any sampl… --- ## [Recommendation for a great specification writing text book?](https://forum.4specs.com/t/recommendation-for-a-great-specification-writing-text-book/3693)
**Author:** [@pjlee](https://forum.4specs.com/u/pjlee)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 17, 2020, 4:46am UTC](https://forum.4specs.com/t/recommendation-for-a-great-specification-writing-text-book/3693 "2020-06-17T04:46:04Z")
Other than the CSI Construction Specifications Practice Guide, are there any spec writing guides you would recommend as well? I do have the Construction Specifications Writing by Harold Rosen, but Amazon sent me an anci… --- ## [It finally happened](https://forum.4specs.com/t/it-finally-happened/3694)
**Author:** [@jsandoz](https://forum.4specs.com/u/jsandoz)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [June 13, 2020, 3:17pm UTC](https://forum.4specs.com/t/it-finally-happened/3694 "2020-06-13T15:17:29Z")
For years I joked that someday an architect would give me a picture of something and ask that I write a specification for it. Today that came to pass. When asked what the client’s preferred fire extinguisher cabinet is … --- ## [Audiences for the Project Manual](https://forum.4specs.com/t/audiences-for-the-project-manual/3689)
**Author:** [@pjlee](https://forum.4specs.com/u/pjlee)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2020, 12:19am UTC](https://forum.4specs.com/t/audiences-for-the-project-manual/3689 "2020-06-11T00:19:59Z")
I was wondering if folks can help me in understanding how different people use the Project Manual. There is a lot written about what goes in it, the primary sections, the contract forms, the docs that aren’t contract do… --- ## [And it's baaack - one space or two?](https://forum.4specs.com/t/and-its-baaack-one-space-or-two/3691)
**Author:** [@lynn\_javoroski](https://forum.4specs.com/u/lynn_javoroski)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [June 9, 2020, 6:31pm UTC](https://forum.4specs.com/t/and-its-baaack-one-space-or-two/3691 "2020-06-09T18:31:27Z")
From the WSJ: https://www.wsj.com/articles/people-who-type-two-spaces-after-a-period-just-cant-win-11591199528?mod=itp\_wsj&mod=&mod=djemITP\_h --- ## [Today's Laugh](https://forum.4specs.com/t/todays-laugh/3647)
**Author:** [@ddean](https://forum.4specs.com/u/ddean)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2020, 1:13am UTC](https://forum.4specs.com/t/todays-laugh/3647 "2020-06-05T01:13:25Z")
The O&M manual for cabinets has this language " In operations of the cabinetry are as follows, simply grab the specked out pulls and pull towards you to open the door with the hinge or drawer on its slide, to close rev… --- ## [Infrared Saunas](https://forum.4specs.com/t/infrared-saunas/3690)
**Author:** [@robin](https://forum.4specs.com/u/robin)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2020, 8:54pm UTC](https://forum.4specs.com/t/infrared-saunas/3690 "2020-06-02T20:54:39Z")
Anyone have experience specifying these? The “kit” gets installed in a gypsum board box, but my clients aren’t sure if a vapor barrier is required, or if glass-mat gyp board is desired etc etc. --- ## [Interior Gym/Fitness Turf](https://forum.4specs.com/t/interior-gym-fitness-turf/3686)
**Author:** [@brian\_payne](https://forum.4specs.com/u/brian_payne)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2020, 8:51pm UTC](https://forum.4specs.com/t/interior-gym-fitness-turf/3686 "2020-06-02T20:51:08Z")
Does anyone have any recommendations for indoor turf for a fitness center? --- ## [Seismic Requirements for Glazing](https://forum.4specs.com/t/seismic-requirements-for-glazing/3687)
**Author:** [@edueppen](https://forum.4specs.com/u/edueppen)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2020, 7:41pm UTC](https://forum.4specs.com/t/seismic-requirements-for-glazing/3687 "2020-05-31T19:41:20Z")
Hello fellow specifiers, sorry for the long question, but I would appreciate your input on a confusing topic for a Wisconsinite specifying seismic requirements. Our firm has done a number of projects in Illinois and Vi… --- ## [Coronovirus Humor](https://forum.4specs.com/t/coronovirus-humor/3680)
**Author:** [@ecwhitby](https://forum.4specs.com/u/ecwhitby)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [May 21, 2020, 8:53pm UTC](https://forum.4specs.com/t/coronovirus-humor/3680 "2020-05-21T20:53:14Z")
Big dog does NOT want that bath https://boingboing.net/2020/04/27/dog-does-not-want-bath.html --- ## [Eisenwall vs. standard 3-coat stucco](https://forum.4specs.com/t/eisenwall-vs-standard-3-coat-stucco/3685)
**Author:** [@Unregistered\_Guest](https://forum.4specs.com/u/Unregistered_Guest)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [May 19, 2020, 2:16pm UTC](https://forum.4specs.com/t/eisenwall-vs-standard-3-coat-stucco/3685 "2020-05-19T14:16:22Z")
Good morning. I recently specified a standard 3-coat exterior cement plaster system, and Eisenwall was submitted as a possible substitution (mostly for its rapid cure). I’ve never used this product before, but the lite… --- ## [Structural Glass Railings and Wind Screens](https://forum.4specs.com/t/structural-glass-railings-and-wind-screens/3681)
**Author:** [@louis\_medcalf](https://forum.4specs.com/u/louis_medcalf)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [May 15, 2020, 4:46pm UTC](https://forum.4specs.com/t/structural-glass-railings-and-wind-screens/3681 "2020-05-15T16:46:48Z")
MasterFormat does not have a category for glass railings and wind screens that have a metal anchorage shoe and sometimes a channel at the top edge. Section 057313 Glazed Decorative Metal Railings seems to be for systems … --- ## [DBIA No. 540](https://forum.4specs.com/t/dbia-no-540/3675)
**Author:** [@robeswan](https://forum.4specs.com/u/robeswan)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2020, 6:46pm UTC](https://forum.4specs.com/t/dbia-no-540/3675 "2020-04-25T18:46:34Z")
The architect is to: Design Consultant shall review and approve such submittals, including shop drawings, product data and samples, as may be required by the Design-Build Agreement or Design-Builder. Design Consultant… --- ## [Architects & Engineers for 9/11 Truth](https://forum.4specs.com/t/architects-engineers-for-9-11-truth/3679)
**Author:** [@lynn\_javoroski](https://forum.4specs.com/u/lynn_javoroski)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 23, 2020, 4:20pm UTC](https://forum.4specs.com/t/architects-engineers-for-9-11-truth/3679 "2020-04-23T16:20:14Z")
Has anyone else received a mailing from this group? The postcard gives the website - AE911TRUTH dot ORG slash WTC7 and asks “Did you know a third tower fell on 9/11?” and “The 47-story World Trade Center 7 collapsed symm… --- ## [COVID Effects on Construction/Prodcut Availability](https://forum.4specs.com/t/covid-effects-on-construction-prodcut-availability/3676)
**Author:** [@pbabinec](https://forum.4specs.com/u/pbabinec)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 21, 2020, 9:59pm UTC](https://forum.4specs.com/t/covid-effects-on-construction-prodcut-availability/3676 "2020-04-21T21:59:04Z")
How has the slowdown effected availability of products in your region? Are there products/materials you are finding in particular unavailable? or how about products with no impact? How can we be proactive keeping proj… --- ## [Ardex PC-T "Polished Concrete Topping"](https://forum.4specs.com/t/ardex-pc-t-polished-concrete-topping/3678)
**Author:** [@nwoods](https://forum.4specs.com/u/nwoods)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 21, 2020, 7:53pm UTC](https://forum.4specs.com/t/ardex-pc-t-polished-concrete-topping/3678 "2020-04-21T19:53:30Z")
Has anyone used this material, or something like it? https://www.ardexamericas.com/product/ardex-pc-t/ I have a project where the Designers want polished concrete, and don’t want to use the structural slab as the surfa… [Previous page](https://forum.4specs.com/c/archive-of-older-topics/6.md) [Next page](https://forum.4specs.com/c/archive-of-older-topics/6.md?page=2)