Avoiding Specification Pitfalls - Part I
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1 AIA LU/HSW; 1 IDCEC CEU/HSW; 0.1 IACET CEU*; 1 AIBD P-CE; AAA 1 Structured Learning Hour; This course can be self-reported to the AANB, as per their CE Guidelines; AAPEI 1 Structured Learning Hour; This course can be self-reported to the AIBC, as per their CE Guidelines.; MAA 1 Structured Learning Hour; This course can be self-reported to the NLAA.; This course can be self-reported to the NSAA; NWTAA 1 Structured Learning Hour; OAA 1 Learning Hour; SAA 1 Hour of Core Learning
Learning Objectives:
- Discuss why contractors have difficulty with the tile specifications.
- Determine available resources for writing better specifications.
- Define common specification issues for tile installation.
- Discuss installation issues that are not typically addressed in the specifications, including grout joint widths, flatness of the substrate, surface prep, allowable lippage and wall wash lighting
This course is part of the Tile Academy
This course discusses tile specifications in relation to grout joints, substrates, lippage and wall wash lighting. Covering proper installation using a consistent set of criteria for evaluating the sustainability of tile and tile installation products to ensure the safety and well-being of the building occupants.
This test is no longer available for credit
Originally published in September 2021