When buying new house…WHo is writing the "punch list" (Belmont: 2013) - Massachusetts (MA) - City-Data Forum

Malishka · 01-23-2014, 08:08 PM

Too late for us but just out of curiosity and for future reference…

When buying a house that is just going to be build…Who is writing the "punch list" with all the specifications? Like what toilets to be installed, what materials to be used, what carpet is chosen…lighting, handles and all that?

thanks

gf2020 · 01-23-2014, 08:47 PM

Those are "specifications" not a "punch list" and are generally agreed upon by the buyer and general contractor at the start of construction. In many cases, the builder will just provide an allowance for those items and the buyer will choose from an approved source.

mmyk72 · 01-23-2014, 09:02 PM

Punch list is like the items that need fixing before closing.

MikePRU · 01-23-2014, 09:10 PM

As GF mentioned, what you're talking about is the specifications list. The punch list is something you give to the builder toward the end of construction which is a list of items that need to be repaired/completed. It could be paint touch ups, fixing a window that doesn't open, or replacing a tile that was installed incorrectly but usually it's a list of little things.

As for who decides on the specifications . . . well that's going to depend on the situation. If you're doing a custom build then you'll decide on nearly every little door knob, drawer pull, toilet, etc. that's going in the house. If you're buying a spec house (which if recall correctly is what you did), it will depend on what stage of construction the house is at when you agree to buy it, what materials the builder has already purchased or committed to purchase, and how flexible the builder is willing to be. Some builders don't want to be held up for weeks on end waiting for you to make a decision on toilets (time is money as they say) and so they will limit what items you can choose. Depending on the builder you may be given a range of options or you may be given an "allowance" so that you can pick whatever you like. If you do have an allowance and pick something that costs more than your allowance you will be on the hook for the extra cost.

There's not really a simple answer to this question except for "it depends." By the way, did you ever sell your house in Belmont?

Malishka · 01-23-2014, 09:19 PM

Thank you!
I just wanted to confirm that it is not something that broker or lawyer was supposed to do. We just had a small argument on that in my family

MikePRU, Thanks for asking, not yet, closing is in the middle of february (knock on wood)…

ps
yes, i meant specifications list, sorry!

scorpio516 · 01-24-2014, 07:55 AM

Both the punchlist and specifications should be written by the Architect. We are contractually, and legally, obligated to do so. However, in design-build environment, the Architect is employed by the contractor.

Specifications are part of the construction documents and must be written before construction begins.
Punch lists are part of closeout. When the items listed by the Architect on the punch list are done to satisfaction by the GC, the Architect will sign off on substantial completion so the GC can get a certificate of occupancy and get paid (by you).

MikePRU · 01-24-2014, 12:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Malishka

I just wanted to confirm that it is not something that broker or lawyer was supposed to do. We just had a small argument on that in my family

I usually help my clients develop the punch list. I have a pretty critical eye.

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Originally Posted by Malishka

MikePRU, Thanks for asking, not yet, closing is in the middle of february (knock on wood)…

Great! Having your old house sold will give you a lot of peace of mind so that you can enjoy your new house to its fullest.

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Originally Posted by scorpio516

Both the punchlist and specifications should be written by the Architect. We are contractually, and legally, obligated to do so. However, in design-build environment, the Architect is employed by the contractor.

Specifications are part of the construction documents and must be written before construction begins.
Punch lists are part of closeout. When the items listed by the Architect on the punch list are done to satisfaction by the GC, the Architect will sign off on substantial completion so the GC can get a certificate of occupancy and get paid (by you).

It sounds like there is more than one punch list then. I've personally never seen a punch list from an architect, but that makes sense that there would be one. The buyer of the house definitely generates their own punch list though.

I would also imagine that the architect's specification list might be a little different from one the builder might hand out to a potential buyer. For example, I'm guessing the architect's list would have less detail and might say something like toilet whereas the builder's list might say Kohler Memoirs toilet, white with elongated bowl. The architect's list might say something like tile floor whereas the builder's list says 1' x 1' Carrera marble tiles. Am I correct on that?

scorpio516 · 01-26-2014, 04:53 PM

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Originally Posted by MikePRU

It sounds like there is more than one punch list then. I've personally never seen a punch list from an architect, but that makes sense that there would be one. The buyer of the house definitely generates their own punch list though.

Maybe? I know an architect creates a punch list as a construction control.

Just a sample: one project, almost 15 years ago, I had a roofer walk and break every single ridge vent on a shingle roof. About 150,000 sf of roof area... Until those ridge vents were replaced, the contractor wasn't getting paid.

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I would also imagine that the architect's specification list might be a little different from one the builder might hand out to a potential buyer. For example, I'm guessing the architect's list would have less detail and might say something like toilet whereas the builder's list might say Kohler Memoirs toilet, white with elongated bowl. The architect's list might say something like tile floor whereas the builder's list says 1' x 1' Carrera marble tiles. Am I correct on that?

Opposite, actually. There are a few places that actual materials are called out on CDs. On a finish schedule, you might call out an acronym, naturally if you've got a few hundred rooms in a building, your not going to go into detail, you'd call out CT-1, CT-2, VCT-1, CPT-1, etc for floor finishes. On a plumbing schedule, often written by a mechanical engineer, it would call out TLT-1 is Kohler K-3999 Highline with Kohler xxx flush handle.

You often have a schedule of schedule acronyms, so that CPT-1 would be "Mannington Teres Parchment, broadloom", or CT-1 is "Daltile HL06 Heathland Sage, pattern to match finish plan".

The specs would be a 3 part spec. There are a few ways to write specs, but one common way would be prescriptive specs. The specs prescribe the exact materials to be used.

Below is Daltile's prescriptive spec they'd like you to use if specifying their floor tile.

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SECTION 09300

TILE

Copyright 2004 - 2013 ARCAT, Inc. - All rights reserved

** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Daltile; floor and wall tile; generic accessory materials.
.
This section is based on products made by Daltile, which is corporately located at:
7834 C.F. Hawn Freeway
Dallas, TX 75217
Tel: (214) 398-1411
Tel: (800) 933-TILE
Email: todd.lehr@daltile.com
Web: Daltile | Tile & Stone Floor & Wall
[Click Here ] for additional information.

Daltile is the largest U.S. ceramic tile manufacturer and one of the largest in the world. Daltile offers the most comprehensive product line in the ceramic tile industry, including glazed and unglazed floor tile, glazed wall tile, glazed and unglazed ceramic mosaic tile, porcelain tile, quarry tile, stone products and installation products. In addition, the company produces one of the industry's largest offerings of colors, textures and finishes as well as an extensive array of coordinating trim and angle pieces.
A Daltile catalog or access to their web site at HYPERLINK "http://www.daltileproducts.com"www.daltile.com is necessary to effectively specify Daltile tiles. Color charts and physical samples are available upon request. If more than one type of tile or more than one color for a single type is required, the Schedule at the end of the section will assist in identifying where each is to be used.

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete items below not required for project.

A. Tile and Accessories:
1. ColorBody Porcelain.
2. Glazed Porcelain.
3. Quarry and Saltillo.
4. Terrazzo.
5. Floor and Wall Glazed.
6. Wall and Counter Glazed.
7. Mosaics Floor and Wall.
8. Natural Stone.
9. Trim and Accessories.
10. Setting Materials.

1.2 RELATED SECTIONS
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete any sections below not relevant to this project; add others as required.

A. Section 03505 - Self-Leveling Underlayment.

B. Section 07920 - Joint Sealant.

1.3 REFERENCES
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete references from the list below that are not actually required by the text of the edited section.

A. American National Standards Institute (ANSI):
1. ANSI A108.1A - Specifications for Installation of Ceramic Tile in the Wet-Set Method with Portland Cement Mortar.
2. ANSI A108.1B - Specifications for Installation of Ceramic Tile on a Cured Portland Cement Mortar Setting Bed with Dry-Set or Latex Portland Cement Mortar.
3. ANSI A108.1C - Specifications for Contractors Option: Installation of Ceramic Tile in the Wet-Set Method with Portland Cement Mortar -or- Installation of Ceramic Tile on a Cured Portland Cement Mortar Setting Bed with Dry-Set or Latex Portland Cement Mortar.
4. ANSI A108.4 - Specifications for Ceramic Tile Installed with Organic Adhesives or Water-Cleanable Tile Setting Epoxy Adhesive.
5. ANSI A108.5 - Specifications for Ceramic Tile Installed with Dry-Set Portland Cement Mortar or Latex-Portland Cement Mortar.
6. ANSI A108.6 - Specifications for Ceramic Tile Installed with Chemical-Resistant, Water-Cleanable Tile-Setting and -Grouting Epoxy.
7. ANSI A108.8 - Specifications for Ceramic Tile Installed with Chemical-Resistant Furan Mortar and Grout.
8. ANSI A108.9 - Specifications for Ceramic Tile Installed with Modified Epoxy Emulsion Mortar/Grout.
9. ANSI A108.10 - Specifications for Installation of Grout in Tilework.
10. ANSI A118.1 - Standard Specification for Dry-Set Portland Cement Mortar.
11. ANSI A118.3 - Chemical-Resistant, Water-Cleanable, Tile-Setting and -Grouting Epoxy and Water-Cleanable Tile-Setting Epoxy Adhesive.
12. ANSI A118.4 - Latex-Portland Cement Mortar.
13. ANSI A118.5 - Chemical-Resistant Furan Mortar and Grout.
14. ANSI A118.6 - Standard Ceramic Tile Grouts.
15. ANSI A118.7 - Polymer Modified Cement Grouts
16. ANSI A118.8 - Modified Epoxy Emulsion Mortar/Grout.
17. ANSI A118.9 - Test Methods and Specifications for Cementitious Backer Units
18. ANSI A118.10 - Load bearing, Bonded, Waterproof Membranes for Thinset Ceramic Tile and Dimensional Stone.
19. ANSI A118.11 - Exterior Grade Plywood (EGP) Latex-Portland Cement Mortar.
20. ANSI A136.1 - Organic Adhesives for Installation of Ceramic Tile.
21. ANSI A137.1 - Specifications for Ceramic Tile.

B. ASTM International (ASTM):
1. ASTM C 50 - Standard Practice for Sampling, Sample Preparation, Packaging, and Marking of Lime and Limestone Products.
2. ASTM C 144 - Standard Specification for Aggregate for Masonry Mortar.
3. ASTM C 207 - Standard Specification for Hydrated Lime for Masonry Purposes.
4. ASTM C 241 - Standard Test Method For Abrasion Resistance of Stone Subjected to Foot Traffic.
5. ASTM C 503 - Standard Specification for Marble Dimension Stone.
6. ASTM C 615 - Standard Specification for Granite Dimension Stone.
7. ASTM C 629 - Standard Specification for Slate Dimension Stone.
8. ASTM C 847 - Standard Specification for Metal Lath.
9. ASTM C 1028 - Standard Test method for Determining the Static Coefficient of Friction or Ceramic Tile and Other Like Surfaces by the Horizontal Dynamometer Pull meter Method.
10. ASTM D 4397 - Standard Specification for Polyethylene Sheeting for Construction, Industrial, and Agricultural Applications.

C. Tile Council of North America (TCNA): TCA Handbook for Ceramic Tile Installation, 2007.

1.4 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Retain for projects intended to comply with ADAAG requirements. Delete if not required.

A. Static Coefficient of Friction: Tile on walkway surfaces shall be provided with the following values as determined by testing in conformance with ASTM C 1028.
1. Level Surfaces: Minimum of 0.6 (Wet).
2. Step Treads: Minimum of 0.6 (Wet).
3. Ramp Surfaces: Minimum of 0.8 (Wet).

1.5 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit under provisions of Section 01300.

B. [ Product Data ]: Manufacturer's data sheets on each product to be used, including:
1. Preparation instructions and recommendations.
2. Storage and handling requirements and recommendations.
3. Installation methods.

C. Shop Drawings: Indicate tile layout, patterns, color arrangement, perimeter conditions, junctions with dissimilar materials, control and expansion joints, thresholds, ceramic accessories, and setting details.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one or both of the following paragraphs. Selection of color after the contract has been awarded is only practical if all colors in the particular tile style cost the same. If not, specify the color(s) and delete the following samples.

D. Selection Samples: Color charts illustrating full range of colors and patterns.

E. Selection Samples: Samples of actual tiles for selection.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The "mock-up" following samples are not practical with large size tiles.

F. Samples: Mount tile and apply grout on two plywood panels, illustrating pattern, color variations, and grout joint size variations.

G. Manufacturer's Certificate:
1. Certify that products meet or exceed specified requirements.
2. For each shipment, type and composition of tile provide a Master Grade Certificate signed by the manufacturer and the installer certifying that products meet or exceed the specified requirements of ANSI A137.1.

H. Maintenance Data: Include recommended cleaning methods, cleaning materials, stain removal methods, and polishes and waxes.

1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Installer Qualifications: Company specializing in performing the work of this section with minimum two years experience.

B. Single Source Responsibility: Obtain each type and color of tile from a single source. Obtain each type and color of mortar, adhesive and grout from the same source.

1.7 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Deliver and store products in manufacturer's unopened packaging until ready for installation.

B. Protect adhesives and liquid additives from freezing or overheating in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

C. Store tile and setting materials on elevated platforms, under cover and in a dry location and protect from contamination, dampness, freezing or overheating.

1.8 ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

A. Do not install adhesives in an unventilated environment.

B. Maintain ambient and substrate temperature of 50 degrees F (10 degrees C) during tiling and for a minimum of 7 days after completion.

1.9 EXTRA MATERIALS
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Revise quantity as required. Delete if extra materials are not required.

A. Provide for Owner's use a minimum of 2 percent of the primary sizes and colors of tile specified, boxed and clearly labeled.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUFACTURERS

A. Acceptable Manufacturer: DalTile Corporation, which is located at: 7834 C.F. Hawn Fwy. P. O. Box 170130 ; Dallas, TX 75217; Toll Free Tel: 800-933-TILE; Tel: 214-398-1411; Fax: 214-309-4584; Email: todd.lehr@daltile.com; Web: Daltile | Tile & Stone Floor & Wall
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs; coordinate with requirements of Division 1 section on product options and substitutions.

B. Substitutions: Not permitted.

C. Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of Section 01600.

2.2 TILE
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Coordinate the following paragraph with the Drawings and the Schedule at the end of this section.

A. General: Provide tile that complies with ANSI A137.1 for types, compositions and other characteristics indicated. Provide tile in the locations and of the types colors and pattern indicated on the Drawings and identified in the Schedule and the end of this Section. Tile shall also be provided in accordance with the following:
1. Factory Blending: For tile exhibiting color variations within the ranges selected under Submittal of samples, blend tile in the factory and package so tile taken from one package shows the same range of colors as those taken from other packages.
2. Mounting: For factory mounted tile, provide back or edge mounted tile assemblies as standard with the manufacturer, unless otherwise specified.
3. Factory Applied Temporary Protective Coatings: Where indicated under tile type, protect exposed surfaces of tile against adherence of mortar and grout by precoating with a continuous film of petroleum paraffin wax applied hot. Do not coat unexposed tile surfaces.

B. ColorBody Porcelain Tile:
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following products. If more than one is required, be sure to indicate where each is to be used.
1. Product: Alta Vista.
2. Product: Aspen Lodge.
3. Product: Bay Bridge.
4. Product: Cappella.
5. Product: City View.
6. Product: Cliff Pointe.
7. Product: Continental Slate.
8. Product: Diamante.
9. Product: Ever.
10. Product: Fabrique.
11. Product: Florenza.
12. Product: Forest Park.
13. Product: Invoke.
14. Product: Identity.
15. Product: Keystone Shapes.
16. Product: Keystones.
17. Product: Kimona Silk.
18. Product: Match Point.
19. Product: Metal Fusion.
20. Product: Mont Blanc.
21. Product: Monticito.
22. Product: P'Zazz.
23. Product: Plaza Nova.
24. Product: Porcealto.
25. Product: Santino.
26. Product: Terra Antica.
27. Product: Terrace.
28. Product: Timber Glen.
29. Product: Unity.
30. Product: Veranda.
31. Product: Vibe.
32. Product: ________________________.
33. Moisture Absorption: Less than .5 percent to less than 20 percent.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following sizes.
34. Size and Shape: 12 inches square, nominal.
35. Size and Shape: 13 inches square, nominal.
36. Size and Shape: 16 inches square, nominal.
37. Size and Shape: 18 inches square, nominal.
38. Size and Shape: 20 inches square, nominal.
39. Size and Shape: 24 inches square, nominal.
40. Size and Shape: 8 inches square, nominal.
41. Size and Shape: 6 inches square, nominal.
42. Size and Shape: 4 inches square, nominal.
43. Size and Shape: 3 inches square, nominal.
44. Size and Shape: 2 inches square, nominal.
45. Size and Shape: 1 inches square, nominal.
46. Size and Shape: ________________________.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following finishes.
47. Surface Finish: Unpolished.
48. Surface Finish: Polished.
49. Surface Finish: Light Polished.
50. Surface Finish: Textured.
51. Surface Finish: Honed.
52. Surface Finish: Plain.
53. Surface Finish: Abrasive.
54. Surface Finish: Antiqued.
55. Surface Finish: Tumbled.
56. Surface Finish: Rustic.
57. Surface Finish: Frosted.
58. Surface Finish: Flamed.
59. Surface Finish: ___________.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs. In some tile lines the cost varies by color, so it is prudent to select and specify colors.
60. Colors: To be selected from manufacturer's standard range.
61. Colors: As scheduled.
62. Pattern: As indicated on the Drawings.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Verify that trim units are available for the design and size specified.
63. Trim Units: Matching bullnose, cove base corner, cove base outcorner, jolly, grooved bullnose, cement bullnose, fabric bullnose, shapes in sizes coordinated with field tile.

C. Glazed Porcelain Tile:
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following products. If more than one is required, be sure to indicate where each is to be used. There are many more designs available, most in a limited number of colors and some different sizes.
1. Product: Athena Mosaics.
2. Product: Castle De Verre.
3. Product: Colour Scheme.
4. Product: Concrete Connection.
5. Product: Cortona.
6. Product: Esta Villa.
7. Product: Valtellina.
8. Product: Fashion Accents.
9. Product: Fidenza.
10. Product: Florentine.
11. Product: Franciscan Slate.
12. Product: Gold Rush.
13. Product: Gold Rush Mosaics.
14. Product: Levaro.
15. Product: Metal Effects.
16. Product: Paraiso.
17. Product: Permabrites.
18. Product: Permatones.
19. Product: Pietre Vecchie.
20. Product: Portenza.
21. Product: San Michele.
22. Product: ___________________.
23. Moisture Absorption: Less than .07 percent to less than 20 percent.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following sizes. Porcealto is available in all sizes listed. Other products may be available in other sizes.
24. Size and Shape: 12 inches square, nominal.
25. Size and Shape: 13 inches square, nominal.
26. Size and Shape: 16 inches square, nominal.
27. Size and Shape: 18 inches square, nominal.
28. Size and Shape: 20 inches square, nominal.
29. Size and Shape: 24 inches square, nominal.
30. Size and Shape: 6 inches square, nominal.
31. Size and Shape: 3 inches square, nominal.
32. Size and Shape: 2 inches square, nominal.
33. Size and Shape: 1 inches square, nominal.
34. Size and Shape: ______________________.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following finishes.
35. Surface Finish: Unpolished.
36. Surface Finish: Polished.
37. Surface Finish: Light Polished.
38. Surface Finish: Textured.
39. Surface Finish: Honed.
40. Surface Finish: Plain.
41. Surface Finish: Abrasive.
42. Surface Finish: Antiqued.
43. Surface Finish: Tumbled.
44. Surface Finish: Rustic.
45. Surface Finish: Frosted.
46. Surface Finish: Flamed.
47. Surface Finish: _____________.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs. In some tile lines the cost varies by color, so it is prudent to select and specify colors.
48. Colors: To be selected from manufacturer's standard range.
49. Colors: As scheduled.
50. Trim Units: Matching bullnose, bullnose corner, cove/inside finger cove, radius cap, sink rail, sink rail incorner/outcorner, cove base, outside cove corner shapes in sizes coordinated with field tile shapes.

D. Quarry and Saltillo Tile:
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following products. If more than one is required, be sure to indicate where each is to be used. The products listed have the widest range of colors. There are many more, mostly with limited color range and some different sizes.
1. Product: Quarry Textures.
2. Product: Quarry Tile.
3. Product: Saltillo.
4. Product: Suretread and Pavers.
5. Product: __________________.
6. Moisture Absorption: Less than .07 percent to less than 20 percent.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following sizes. Porcealto is available in all sizes listed. Other products may be available in other sizes.
7. Size and Shape: 12 inches square, nominal.
8. Size and Shape: 16 inches square, nominal.
9. Size and Shape: 4 inches by 8 inches, nominal.
10. Size and Shape: 4 by 8 inch, nominal
11. Size and Shape: 6 inches by 6 inches, nominal.
12. Size and Shape: 6 inches by 12 inches, nominal.
13. Size and Shape: 4 inches by 8 inches, nominal.
14. Size and Shape: 8 inches by 8 inches, nominal.
15. Size and Shape: 8 inches by 16 inches, nominal.
16. Size and Shape: As indicated on drawings.
17. Size and Shape: ______________________.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following finishes.
18. Surface Finish: Unpolished.
19. Surface Finish: Polished.
20. Surface Finish: Light Polished.
21. Surface Finish: Textured.
22. Surface Finish: Honed.
23. Surface Finish: Plain.
24. Surface Finish: Abrasive.
25. Surface Finish: Antiqued
26. Surface Finish: Tumbled
27. Surface Finish: ___________.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs. In some tile lines the cost varies by color, so it is prudent to select and specify colors.
28. Colors: To be selected from manufacturer's standard range.
29. Colors: As scheduled.
30. Trim Units: Matching bullnose, bullnose corner, cove/inside finger cove, radius cap, sink rail, sink rail incorner/outcorner, cove base, outside cove corner shapes in sizes coordinated with field tile shapes.

E. Terrazzo Tile:
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following products. If more than one is required, be sure to indicate where each is to be used. The products listed have the widest range of colors. There are many more, mostly with limited color range and some different sizes.
1. Product: Atmosphere Terrazzo.
2. Product: EcoPremier Terrazzo.
3. Product: Micro Terrazzo.
4. Product: Recycled Glass Terrazzo.
5. Product: River Run Terrazzo.
6. Product: Traditional Terrazzo.
7. Product: ____________________.
8. Moisture Absorption: Less than .07 percent to less than 20 percent.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following sizes. Porcealto is available in all sizes listed. Other products may be available in other sizes.
9. Size and Shape: 12 inches square, nominal.
10. Size and Shape: 16 inches square, nominal.
11. Size and Shape: 18 inches square, nominal.
12. Size and Shape: 24 inches square, nominal.
13. Size and Shape: 62 inches by 96 inches, nominal.
14. Size and Shape: As indicated on drawings.
15. Size and Shape: ________________________.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following finishes.
16. Surface Finish: Unpolished.
17. Surface Finish: Polished.
18. Surface Finish: Light Polished.
19. Surface Finish: Textured.
20. Surface Finish: Honed.
21. Surface Finish: Plain.
22. Surface Finish: Rustic.
23. Surface Finish: Antiqued.
24. Surface Finish: Tumbled.
25. Surface Finish: Flamed.
26. Surface Finish: ___________.

F. Floor and Wall Glazed Tile:
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following products. If more than one is required, be sure to indicate where each is to be used. There are many more designs available, most in a limited number of colors and some different sizes.
1. Product: Brancacci.
2. Product: Brazos.
3. Product: Brixton.
4. Product: Cannes.
5. Product: Castle Metals.
6. Product: Colour Scheme.
7. Product: Couture d' Leather.
8. Product: Cristallo Select.
9. Product: Levaro.
10. Product: Emblem.
11. Product: Fidenza.
12. Product: Florentine.
13. Product: Folio One.
14. Product: Folio Two.
15. Product: Gold Rush.
16. Product: Heathland.
17. Product: Incan Stones.
18. Product: La Marque.
19. Product: Modern Dimensions.
20. Product: Natural Hues.
21. Product: Octagon and Dot.
22. Product: Parkway.
23. Product: Pietre Vecchie.
24. Product: Plaza Nova.
25. Product: Porcealto.
26. Product: Ridgeview.
27. Product: Salerno.
28. Product: Sierra.
29. Product: Stratford Place.
30. Product: Travata.
31. Product: Union Square.
32. Product: __________________.
33. Moisture Absorption: Less than .5 percent to less than 20 percent.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following sizes. 3 inch square: Keystones Select and Accentials II. 2 inch square: Spectrastone, Permatones, and Permabrites.
34. Size and Shape: 12 inches square, nominal.
35. Size and Shape: 13 inches square, nominal.
36. Size and Shape: 16 inches square, nominal.
37. Size and Shape: 18 inches square, nominal.
38. Size and Shape: 20 inches square, nominal.
39. Size and Shape: 24 inches square, nominal.
40. Size and Shape: 8 inches square, nominal.
41. Size and Shape: 6 inches square, nominal.
42. Size and Shape: 4 inches square, nominal.
43. Size and Shape: 3 inches square, nominal.
44. Size and Shape: 2 inches square, nominal.
45. Size and Shape: ________________________.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following finishes.
46. Surface Finish: Unpolished.
47. Surface Finish: Polished.
48. Surface Finish: Light Polished.
49. Surface Finish: Textured.
50. Surface Finish: Honed.
51. Surface Finish: Plain.
52. Surface Finish: Abrasive.
53. Surface Finish: Antiqued.
54. Surface Finish: Tumbled.
55. Surface Finish: Rustic.
56. Surface Finish: Flamed.
57. Surface Finish: _____________.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs. In some tile lines the cost varies by color, so it is prudent to select and specify colors.
58. Colors: To be selected from manufacturer's standard range.
59. Colors: As scheduled.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Verify trim shapes available for tile selected.
60. Trim Units: Matching cove base, cove base corner, bullnose, cove/inside finger cove, radius cap, sink rail incorner/outcorner, outside cove corner shapes in sizes coordinated with field tile.

G. Wall and Counter Glazed Tile:
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following products. If more than one is required, be sure to indicate where each is to be used. The products listed have the widest range of colors. There are many more, mostly with limited color range and some different sizes.
1. Product: Atlantis.
2. Product: Brancacci.
3. Product: Brixton.
4. Product: Castle De Verre.
5. Product: Colour Scheme.
6. Product: Cristallo Glass.
7. Product: Egyptian Glass.
8. Product: Elemental Glass.
9. Product: Emblem.
10. Product: Esta Villa.
11. Product: Fashion Accents.
12. Product: Festiva.
13. Product: Folio One.
14. Product: Folio Two.
15. Product: Glass Block.
16. Product: Glass Reflections.
17. Product: Glass Touches.
18. Product: Identity.
19. Product: Ion Metals.
20. Product: Innova.
21. Product: Liners.
22. Product: Massalia.
23. Product: Matte.
24. Product: Metal Ages.
25. Product: Metal Signatures.
26. Product: Metallica.
27. Product: Metallurgy.
28. Product: Modern Dimensions.
29. Product: Molten Glass.
30. Product: Octagon and Dot.
31. Product: Plaza Nova.
32. Product: Polaris.
33. Product: Rittenhouse Square.
34. Product: Semi Gloss.
35. Product: Simple Elegance.
36. Product: Stratford Place.
37. Product: Union Square.
38. Product: Urban Metals.
39. Product: ________________________.
40. Moisture Absorption: Less than .01 percent to less than 20 percent.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following sizes. The two products listed are available in all sizes listed. Other products may be available in other sizes.
41. Size and Shape: 12 inches square, nominal.
42. Size and Shape: 13 inches square, nominal.
43. Size and Shape: 18 inches square, nominal.
44. Size and Shape: 20 inches square, nominal.
45. Size and Shape: 24 inches square, nominal.
46. Size and Shape: 8 inches square, nominal.
47. Size and Shape: 6 inches square, nominal.
48. Size and Shape: 4 inches square, nominal.
49. Size and Shape: 3 inches square, nominal.
50. Size and Shape: 2 inches square, nominal.
51. Size and Shape: 1 inches square, nominal.
52. Size and Shape: 3 inches by 6 inches, nominal.
53. Size and Shape: 3 inches by 12 inches, nominal.
54. Size and Shape: ________________________.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following finishes.
55. Surface Finish: Unpolished.
56. Surface Finish: Polished.
57. Surface Finish: Light Polished.
58. Surface Finish: Textured.
59. Surface Finish: Honed.
60. Surface Finish: Plain.
61. Surface Finish: Abrasive.
62. Surface Finish: Antiqued.
63. Surface Finish: Tumbled.
64. Surface Finish: Rustic.
65. Surface Finish: Frosted.
66. Surface Finish: Flamed.
67. Surface Finish: _____________.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs. In some tile lines the cost varies by color, so it is prudent to select and specify colors.
68. Colors: To be selected from manufacturer's standard range.
69. Colors: As scheduled.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Verify that trim units are available for the design and size specified.
70. Trim Units: Cement Bullnose, Cove Base, Cove Base Corner, Fabric Bullnose, Groover Bullnose, Jolly shapes in sizes coordinated with field tile shapes.

H. Mosaics Floor and Wall Tile:
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following products. If more than one is required, be sure to indicate where each is to be used. There are many more designs available, most in a limited number of colors and some different sizes.
1. Product: Arabesque.
2. Product: Aspen Lodge.
3. Product: Caprice Glass Mosaics.
4. Product: Circuit Glass Mosaics.
5. Product: Continental Slate.
6. Product: Coastal Keystones.
7. Product: Color Wave Glass Mosaics.
8. Product: Endeavors Stone and Glass Mosaics.
9. Product: Esta Villa.
10. Product: Glass Horizons.
11. Product: Glass Mosaics.
12. Product: Glass Mosaics Borders.
13. Product: Gold Rush Mosaics.
14. Product: Granite Radiance Stone and Glass Mosaics.
15. Product: Identity.
16. Product: Intertwine Stone and Glass Mosaics.
17. Product: Keystone Shapes.
18. Product: Keystones.
19. Product: Maracas Glass.
20. Product: Marvel Stone and Glass Mosaics.
21. Product: Melange Stone and Glass Mosaics.
22. Product: Mosaic Traditions Stone and Glass Mosaics.
23. Product: OlympuSlate Slate and Glass Mosaics.
24. Product: Opulence Glass Mosaics.
25. Product: Permabrites.
26. Product: Permatones.
27. Product: Random Interlocking Glass Mosaics.
28. Product: San Michele
29. Product: Serenade Glass Mosaics.
30. Product: Slate Radiance Slate and Glass Mosaics.
31. Product: Soiree Glass Mosaics.
32. Product: Sonterra Collection.
33. Product: Stone Radiance.
34. Product: Stone Mosaics.
35. Product: Stone Planks.
36. Product: Stratford Place.
37. Product: Tiger Eye Glass Mosaics.
38. Product: Valtellina.
39. Product: ________________.
40. Moisture Absorption: Less than .5 percent to less than 20 percent.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following sizes.
41. Size and Shape: 12 inches square, nominal
42. Size and Shape: 18 inches square, nominal.
43. Size and Shape: 24 inches square, nominal.
44. Size and Shape: 3 inches (75 mm) square, nominal.
45. Size and Shape: 1 inches by 2 inches, nominal.
46. Size and Shape: 1 inches by 3 inches, nominal.
47. Size and Shape: 2 inches by 9 inches, nominal.
48. Size and Shape: 12 inches by 24 inches, nominal.
49. Size and Shape: ________________________.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following finishes.
50. Surface Finish: Unpolished.
51. Surface Finish: Polished.
52. Surface Finish: Light Polished.
53. Surface Finish: Textured.
54. Surface Finish: Honed.
55. Surface Finish: Plain.
56. Surface Finish: Abrasive.
57. Surface Finish: Antiqued.
58. Surface Finish: Tumbled.
59. Surface Finish: Rustic.
60. Surface Finish: Frosted.
61. Surface Finish: Flamed.
62. Surface Finish: _____________.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs. In some tile lines the cost varies by color, so it is prudent to select and specify colors.
63. Colors: To be selected from manufacturer's standard range.
64. Colors: As scheduled.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs.
65. Pattern: As indicated on the Drawings.
66. Pattern: As scheduled.
67. Trim Units: Matching bullnose, cove/inside finger cove, radius cap, sink rail, sink rail incorner/outcorner, cement bullnose, cove base, fabric bullnose, grooved bullnose, jolly shapes in sizes coordinated with field tile.

I. Natural Stone:
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following products. If more than one is required, be sure to indicate where each is to be used. The products listed have the widest range of colors. There are many more, mostly with limited color range and some different sizes.
1. Product: Artistic Basins.
2. Product: Granite Collection.
3. Product: Incan Stones.
4. Product: Limestone Collection.
5. Product: Marble Collection.
6. Product: Medallion Collection.
7. Product: ONE Quartz.
8. Product: Quartzite.
9. Product: Sandstone.
10. Product: Slate Collection.
11. Product: Stone a` la Mod.
12. Product: Stone Radiance.
13. Product: Stone Mosaics.
14. Product: Stone Planks.
15. Product: Travertine Collection.
16. Product: ________________________.
17. Moisture Absorption: Less than .01 percent.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following sizes.
18. Size and Shape: 12 inches square, nominal
19. Size and Shape: 16 inches square, nominal
20. Size and Shape: 18 inches square, nominal
21. Size and Shape: 8 inches square, nominal.
22. Size and Shape: 12 inches by 24 inches, nominal.
23. Size and Shape: 18 inches by 16 inches, nominal.
24. Size and Shape: ________________________
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all but one of the following finishes.
25. Surface Finish: Unpolished.
26. Surface Finish: Polished.
27. Surface Finish: Light Polished.
28. Surface Finish: Textured.
29. Surface Finish: Honed.
30. Surface Finish: Plain.
31. Surface Finish: Abrasive.
32. Surface Finish: Antiqued.
33. Surface Finish: Tumbled.
34. Surface Finish: Rustic.
35. Surface Finish: Flamed.
36. Surface Finish: _____________.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs. In some tile lines the cost varies by color, so it is prudent to select and specify colors.
37. Colors: To be selected from manufacturer's standard range.
38. Colors: As scheduled.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs.
39. Pattern: As indicated on the Drawings.
40. Pattern: As scheduled.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Verify that trim units are available for the design and size specified.
41. Trim Units: Matching bullnose, cove/inside finger cove, radius cap, sink rail, sink rail incorner/outcorner, cement bullnose, cove base, fabric bullnose, grooved bullnose, jolly shapes in sizes coordinated with field tile.

2.3 TRIM AND ACCESSORlES
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete the following accessories if not required. Accessories are available in an extremely limited color selection.

A. Ceramic Accessories: Glazed finish, same color and finish as adjacent field tile; same manufacturer as tile.
1. Soap Dish: With wash cloth holder, clam shell design, surface mounted or recessed; cast strength sufficient to resist lateral pull force of 75 lbs (34 Kg).
2. Toilet Tissue Holder: Surface mounted or recessed, for single roll, with spring loaded holder.
3. Towel Bars: Standard design, surface mounted with extensions for casting into small wall openings; cast strength sufficient to resist lateral pull force of 30 lbs (14 Kg).
4. Corner Shelf.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete the following trim if not required.

B. Non-Ceramic Trim: Satin natural anodized extruded aluminum, stainless steel, brass, etc, style and dimensions to suit application, for setting using tile mortar or adhesive; use in the following locations:
1. Open edges of floor tile.
2. Transition between floor finishes of different heights.
3. Thresholds at door openings.
4. Expansion and control joints, floor and wall.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Edit the following as required. Delete the following thresholds if not required.

C. Stone Thresholds: Provide stone thresholds uniform in color and finish and fabricated as follows:
1. Material:
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select the material required. Delete the materials not required.
a. Marble, complying with ASTM C 503 for exterior use and with a minimum abrasive hardness of 10 when tested in accordance with ASTM C 241.
b. Granite complying with ASTM C 615.
c. Slate complying with ASTM C 629, abrasion resistant, non-fading for interior use with a honed finish.
2. Color/Finish: As selected from the manufacturers standard range.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select paragraph a or b as required. Delete the paragraph not required.
3. Size:
a. Fabricate 2 inches (50 mm) wide by full width of wall or frame opening; 1/2 inch (12 mm) thick; beveled one long edge with radiused corners on top side; without holes, cracks, or open seams.
b. Fabricated in the sizes and profiles indicated.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Edit the following paragraph as required. Delete the paragraphs not required.
4. Provide to provide transition between tile surface and adjoining finishes and at the following locations:
a. At doorways where tile terminates.
b. At open edges of floor tile where adjacent finish is a different height.

2.4 SETTING MATERlALS
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete materials not applicable to installation methods specified in PART 3 - INSTALLLATION of this specification.

A. Organic Adhesive: ANSI A136.1, thinset bond type; use Type I in areas subject to prolonged moisture exposure.

B. Epoxy Adhesive: ANSI A118.3, thinset bond type.

C. Mortar Bed Materials:
1. Portland cement: ASTM C150, type 1, gray or white.
2. Hydrated Lime: ASTM C207, Type S.
3. Sand: ASTM C144, fine.
4. Latex additive: As approved.
5. Water: Clean and potable.

D. Mortar Bond Coat Materials:
1. Dry-Set Portland Cement type: ANSI A118.1.
2. Latex-Portland Cement type: ANSI A118.4.
3. Epoxy: ANSI A118.3, 100 percent solids.

E. Standard Grout: Cement grout, sanded or unsanded, as specified in ANSI A118.6; color as selected.

F. Polymer modified cement grout, sanded or unsanded, as specified in ANSI A118.7; color as selected.

G. Epoxy Grout: ANSI A118.8, 100 percent solids epoxy grout; color as selected.

H. Silicone Sealant: Silicone sealant, moisture and mildew resistant type, white; use for shower floors and shower walls.

I. Cleavage Membrane:
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs.
1. No. 15 (6.9 kg) asphalt saturated felt, ASTM D226, Type 1.
2. Polyethylene film, ASTM D4397, 4.0 mil thickness.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Select one of the following six paragraphs. Delete entirely if not required or if specified elsewhere.

J. Waterproofing Membrane at Floors: Membrane in accordance with ANSI A118.10 and as follows:
1. Chlorinated Polyethylene Sheet with polyester fabric reinforcing.
2. Fabric Reinforced, Fluid-Applied elastomeric membrane.
3. Un-Reinforced, Fluid-Applied elastomeric membrane.
4. Polyethylene Sheet Product.
5. Fabric-Reinforced, Modified-Bituminous Sheet Product.
6. Urethane Waterproofing and Tile-Setting Adhesive Product.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs.

K. Membrane at Walls: No. 15 (6.9 kg) asphalt saturated felt, ASTM D226, Type 1.

L. Membrane at Walls: 4 mil (0.1 mm) thick polyethylene film, ASTM D4397.

M. Membrane at Walls: Reinforced asphalt paper.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs.

N. Reinforcing Mesh: 2 by 2 inch (50 by 50 mm) size weave of 16/16 wire size; welded fabric, galvanized.

O. Metal Lath: ASTM C847, Flat expanded diamond mesh, not less than 2.5 lbs/SY, galvanized finish.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete paragraphs that are not required.

P. Cementitious Backer Board: ANSI A118.9; High density, cementitious, glass fiber reinforced with 2 inch (50 mm) wide coated glass fiber tape for joints and corners:
1. Thickness: 1/4 inch (6 mm).
2. Thickness: 1/2 inch (13 mm).
3. Thickness: 5/8 inch (16 mm).

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Verify that wall surfaces are free of substances which would impair bonding of setting materials, smooth and flat within tolerances specified in ANSI A137.1, and are ready to receive tile.

B. Verify that sub-floor surfaces are dust-free, and free of substances which would impair bonding of setting materials to sub-floor surfaces, and are smooth and flat within tolerances specified in ANSI A137.1.

C. Verify that concrete sub-floor surfaces are ready for tile installation by testing for moisture emission rate and alkalinity; obtain instructions if test results are not within limits recommended by tile manufacturer and setting materials manufacturer.

D. Verify that required floor-mounted utilities are in correct location.

3.2 PREPARATION

A. Protect surrounding work from damage.

B. Remove any curing compounds or other contaminates.

C. Vacuum clean surfaces and damp clean.

D. Seal substrate surface cracks with filler. Level existing substrate surfaces to acceptable flatness tolerances.

E. Install cementitious backer board in accordance with ANSI A108.11 and board manufacturer's instructions. Tape joints and corners, cover with skim coat of dry-set mortar to a feather edge.

F. Prepare substrate surfaces for adhesive installation in accordance with adhesive manufacturer's instructions.

3.3 INSTALLATION - GENERAL

A. Install tile and grout in accordance with applicable requirements of ANSI A108.1 through A108.13, manufacturer's instructions, and TCA Handbook recommendations.

B. Lay tile to pattern indicated. Arrange pattern so that a full tile or joint is centered on each wall and that no tile less than 1/2 width is used. Do not interrupt tile pattern through openings.

C. Cut and fit tile to penetrations through tile, leaving sealant joint space. Form corners and bases neatly. Align floor joints.

D. Place tile joints uniform in width, subject to variance in tolerance allowed in tile size. Make joints watertight, without voids, cracks, excess mortar, or excess grout.

E. Form internal angles square and external angles bullnosed.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete the following paragraph if no ceramic accessories have been specified.

F. Install ceramic accessories rigidly in prepared openings.

G. Install non-ceramic trim in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete the following paragraph if no marble thresholds have been specified.

H. Install thresholds where indicated.

I. Sound tile after setting. Replace hollow sounding units.

J. Keep expansion joints free of adhesive or grout. Apply sealant to joints.

K. Allow tile to set for a minimum of 48 hours prior to grouting.

L. Grout tile joints. Use standard grout unless otherwise indicated.

M. Apply sealant to junction of tile and dissimilar materials and junction of dissimilar planes.
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete all of the following installation conditions that are not relevant. Consult with TCA Handbook recommendations for additional installation options.

3.4 INSTALLATION - FLOORS - THIN-SET METHODS

A. Over exterior concrete substrates, install in accordance with TCA Handbook Method F102, with standard grout.

B. Over interior concrete substrates, install in accordance with TCA Handbook Method F113, dry-set or latex-portland cement bond coat, with standard grout, unless otherwise indicated.
1. Where waterproofing membrane is indicated, install in accordance with TCA Handbook Method F122, with latex-portland cement grout.
2. Where epoxy bond coat and grout are indicated, install in accordance with TCA Handbook Method F131.

C. Over wood substrates, install in accordance with TCA Handbook Method F142, with standard grout, unless otherwise indicated.
1. Where epoxy bond coat and grout are indicated, install in accordance with TCA Handbook Method F143.

3.5 INSTALLATION - FLOORS - MORTAR BED METHODS

A. Over exterior concrete substrates, install in accordance with TCA F101, bonded, with standard grout.

B. Over interior concrete substrates, install in accordance with TCA Handbook Method F111, with cleavage membrane, unless otherwise indicated.
1. Where waterproofing membrane is indicated, with standard grout or no mention of grout type, install in accordance with TCA Handbook Method F121.
2. Where epoxy bond coat and grout are indicated, install in accordance with TCA Handbook Method F132, bonded.
3. Where epoxy or furan grout is indicated, but not epoxy or furan bond coat, install in accordance with TCA Handbook Method F114, with cleavage membrane.

C. Over wood substrates, install in accordance with TCA Handbook method F141, with standard grout, unless otherwise indicated.

D. Cleavage Membrane: Lap edges and ends.

E. Waterproofing Membrane: Install as specified in ANSI A108.13.

F. Mortar Bed Thickness: 1-1/4 to 2 inch (32 to 51 mm) maximum, unless otherwise indicated.

3.6 INSTALLATION - SHOWERS AND BATHTUB WALLS

A. At tiled shower receptors install in accordance with TCA Handbook Method B415, mortar bed floor, and W244, thin-set over cementitious backer unit walls.

B. At bathtub walls install in accordance with TCA Handbook Method B412, over cementitious backer units with waterproofing membrane.

C. Grout with standard grout as specified above.

D. Seal joints between tile work and other work with sealant specified in Section 07900.

3.7 INSTALLATION - WALL TILE
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** Delete one of the following two paragraphs. If not applicable, delete both.

A. Over cementitious backer units on studs, install in accordance with TCA Handbook Method W244, using membrane at toilet rooms.

B. Over cementitious backer units install in accordance with TCA Handbook Method W223, organic adhesive.

C. Over gypsum wallboard on wood or metal studs install in accordance with TCA Handbook Method W243, thin-set with dry-set or latex-portland cement bond coat, unless otherwise indicated.
1. Where mortar bed is indicated, install in accordance with TCA Handbook Method W222, one coat method.
2. Where waterproofing membrane is indicated other than at showers and bathtub walls, install in accordance with TCA Handbook Method W222, one coat method.

D. Over interior concrete and masonry install in accordance with TCA Handbook Method W202, thin-set with dry-set or latex-portland cement bond coat.

E. Over wood studs without backer install in accordance with TCA Handbook Method W231, mortar bed, with membrane where indicated.

F. Over metal studs without backer install in accordance with TCA Handbook Method W241, mortar bed, with membrane where indicated.

3.8 CLEANING

A. Clean tile and grout surfaces.

3.9 PROTECTION OF FINISHED WORK

A. Do not permit traffic over finished floor surface for 72 hours after installation.

B. Cover floors with kraft paper and protect from dirt and residue from other trades.

C. Where floor will be exposed for prolonged periods cover with plywood or other similar type walkways
** NOTE TO SPECIFIER ** The following is an example of a typical schedule of tile types, colors, and installation methods. Edit to suit project. Delete if schedule is on drawings or not required. Identify each tile by assigned tile number (FT1, FT2, etc); Identify installation Method from the TCA Handbook and include ANSI Spec reference as appropriate.

3.10 SCHEDULE

A. Floor Tile:
1. Tile Type: ____
2. Tile Base: ____.
3. Installation Method: TCA ____.
4. Bond Coat Mortar Type: ANSI ____.
5. Grout Type/Color: ____.

B. Wall Tile:
1. Tile Type: ____
2. Installation Method: TCA ____.
3. Bond Coat Mortar Type: ANSI ____.
4. Grout Type/Color: ____.

END OF SECTION

In this case, if the owner/contractor wants to use a different tile, it would have to be changed, using, usually, a change order. And that costs money. But, if the design is specific, this is the best way to go.

Another type of spec is performance specs. They are written that almost any thing could be used IF it meets the performance criteria numerated in the specs. For example, the toilet spec could say that the toilet has to have a seat height of 16.5" and use 1.28 gpf. The plumber would still supply a shop drawing to the architect/Mech Eng for approval, but any toilet that meets those criteria would be acceptable.

Remember, the GC has no idea what to get if it's not in the construction documents.