ADHESIVES, CAULKS, AND SEALANTS

2.8

FASTENERS

Nails, screws, and other suitable fasteners shall be the size and type best

suited for the purpose and shall conform to ASTM F 547 where applicable.

2.9

ADHESIVES, CAULKS, AND SEALANTS

2.9.1

Adhesives

Adhesives shall be of a formula and type recommended by AWI. Adhesives

shall be selected for their ability to provide a durable, permanent bond

and shall take into consideration such factors as materials to be bonded,

expansion and contraction, bond strength, fire rating, and moisture

resistance. Adhesives shall meet local regulations regarding VOC emissions

and off-gassing.

2.9.1.1

Wood Joinery

Adhesives used to bond wood members shall be a Type II for interior use

[urea-formaldehyde resin formula] [polyvinyl acetate resin emulsion]

[_____]. Adhesives shall withstand a bond test as described in WDMA I.S.

1-A.

2.9.1.2

Laminate Adhesive

Adhesive used to join high-pressure decorative laminate to wood shall be [a

water-based contact adhesive] [_____] [adhesive consistant with AWI and

laminate manufacturer's recommendations]. PVC edgebanding shall be adhered

using a polymer-based hot melt glue.

2.9.2

Caulk

Caulk used to fill voids and joints between laminated components and

between laminated components and adjacent surfaces shall be clear, 100

percent silicone.

2.9.3

Sealant

Sealant shall be of a type and composition recommended by the substrate

manufacturer to provide a moisture barrier at sink cutouts and all other

locations where unfinished substrate edges may be subjected to moisture.

2.10

WOOD FINISHES

Paint, stain, varnish and their applications required for laminate clad

casework components shall be [_____] [as indicated in Section 09900 PAINTS

AND COATINGS] [as indicated in Section 09915 COLOR SCHEDULE]. Color and

location shall be as indicated on the drawings.

2.11

ACCCESSORIES

2.11.1

Glass and Glazing

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NOTE: Specifier must select from glass types below

or include specifications for other glass type as

required for the project.

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SECTION 06410A

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