water conditions will be encountered, such as where
cleaning is to be performed by spraying water.
Where toilet partitions are indicated for hard usage
or severe exposure areas, finishes other than
painted metal (Finish 1) or laminated plastic
(Finish 3) should be specified when their high
initial cost can be justified through life cycle
cost. The least expensive painted metal finish is
generally the least durable of the finishes listed
in CID A-A-60003. Laminated plastic (Finish 3)
costs more than the painted metal and less than
stainless steel (Finish 2), solid phenolic (Finish
4), or solid polyethylene (Finish 5). Laminated
plastic (Finish 3) finishes are hard and smooth;
resistant to wear, scratches, periodic moisture,
impact, acids and alkalies, and cigarette burns.
Next to stainless steel (Finish 2), the solid
plastics (phenolic and polyethylene) are the most
durable finishes available. When finishes other
than painted metal (Finish 1) are being considered,
laminated plastic (Finish 3) should be the next
logical choice, followed by solid plastics and
stainless steel (Finish 2), and solid phenolic
(Finish 4). Polyethylene (Finish 5), stainless
steel (Finish 2), and solid phenolic (Finish 4) are
highly resistant to humidity, steam, detergents,
cleaning chemicals and corrosion. Interior fire and
smoke finish classification must be addressed when
materials other than metal partitions are being
considered. Edit the following paragraphs for
styles and finishes.
Generally, floor-supported enclosures, Style A, will
be used; and overhead braced enclosures, Style C,
and overhead braced-alcove, Style F, will be used
when pilasters cannot be anchored into minimum 76 mm
(3 inches) thick structural concrete. Ceiling hung
enclosures, Style B, will be used only when the
additional cost is justified for reasons of
sanitation or appearance. Ceiling hung enclosures,
Style B, are not recommended by manufacturers when
ceiling height is greater than 2590 mm (8 feet 6
inches). Urinal screens, when deemed necessary, may
be any of the 6 styles available, but the floor to
ceiling hung screen, Style D, is the most
justifiable for reasons of cost and sanitation.
Type II, Style D, room entrance screens are
generally the most durable style due to the floor to
ceiling post support design. Edit as needed to meet
project requirements.
If ceiling hung enclosures are to be used, details
showing the structural steel channel support system
should be shown on the drawings. This section
should be coordinated with Section 10800 TOILET
ACCESSORIES and the drawings regarding toilet
enclosures which will have partition-mounted
SECTION 10153
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