06.070.0102: Wall Tile – One Coat Method, Non-Wet Area

06.070.0102: Wall Tile - One Coat Method, Non-Wet Area This detail shows tile over concrete masonry (CMU) laid in the one-coat method in a non-wet area. There is metal lath embedded in a bed of mortar, with the tile adhered to a dry-set or latex-modified portland cement mortar bond coat. This detail is based on [...]

02.010.0311: Base of Wall Detail – Single Wythe Block, Split Base Course

This detail shows an 8” (nominal) split face concrete masonry (CMU) wall, base of wall condition. The base course is divided into two wythes of 4” (nominal) CMU to allow for a vertical upturn to the flashing. The flashing is shown as a flexible material for the through-wall portion, transitioning to a sheet metal drip […]

Fire Ratings Explained: Part 2

Equivalent Thickness. Testing every possible wall combination is not feasible. The equivalent thickness method accurately predicts fire resistance. Part 1 of this guide describes ASTM E-119 testing, which is one way that building components such as walls, partitions and floor/ceiling assemblies qualify for fire ratings. When an assembly passes such a test, which usually is [...]