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Specification:
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- DCAN 5 Levels Drywall and Paint Finish Residential Use to confirm or explain drywall finish, texture pattern, paint sheet, and paint color all are properly specified.
- Many jobs have level 3 finish with level 4 or 5 texture and paint – no wonder it does not look perfect.
- DCAN 5 Levels Drywall and Paint Finish Commercial Use to confirm or explain drywall finish, texture pattern, paint sheet, and paint color all are properly specified.
- Many jobs are specified Level 4 with Smooth Finish and Level 5 Paint Colors and Sheens – no wonder it does not look perfect.
- GA-214-2015 5 Levels of Drywall and Paint Finish Levels of Drywall Finish – great info on Inspection Criteria and Critical Lighting
- GA 214-2017 Quick Guide Snapshot of differences in Levels of Drywall Finish
- DCAN Ridging and Cracking in Ceilings 2001 Covers Large Span ceiling ridging and cracking and use of RC.
- All the way back 2001, we know what is up with this issue.
- GA-227-2013 Ridging and Cracking in large Ceilings and Walls
- GA-221-2019
- Ridging and Cracking in large Ceilings and Walls
- Drywall and Wood Truss Uplift Explains wood expansion contraction vs drywall and covers Perimeter Relief Clips
- DCAN Get rid of the Rip With 54” Drywall Covers need for 54” board with 9’ Ceilings
- GA-255-2018 Guidelines for Use of 54” board – no “Belly Bands” in the Middle of the Wall.
- DCAN Stocking and Shoring Guidelines Covers how much drywall can go on upper floors without damaging trusses?
- B4 Construction Loading Supporting Documents for DCAN Stocking Guidelines
- DCAN You Cover it You Bought It – Really? Covers need for framers to do actual quality walk and be accountable for repairs needed after drywall hung.
- DCAN Double Up to Eliminate Ceiling Cracks Covers next step if large ceilings fail even after RC. Can be used in a Production or Repair situation.
- DCAN Drywall Hand Texture and Paint Systems Covers the need to specify the correct paint system to cover hand texture and prevent peeling paint.
- Large Span Ceiling Crack Mitigation in Production – Covers how to get rid cracks before they occur in production and best repair options.
- IECC – Use the Right Stuff to Pass! – Covers the Use of Sill Seal instead of Caulk at Top of Wall and Exterior Wall Openings
- Video – IECC – Sill Seal Install vs Caulk – Shows complete process and covers six sided assembly
- Video – Solve Large Span Ceiling Cracks with Double Layer and Crack Repair System
- Homebuyer Packet Letter – Covers information homebuilders should communicate to homebuyers ahead of closing