the specified type and style of partitions. Hardware finish shall be
highly resistant to alkalies, urine, and other common toilet room acids.
Latching devices and hinges for handicap compartments shall comply with 36
CFR 1191 and shall be [chrome-plated steel] [or] [stainless steel] door
latches that operate without either tight grasping or twisting of the wrist
of the operator.
2.5
COLORS AND FINISHES
2.5.1
Colors
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NOTE: In areas where a high degree of damage,
corrosion, and frequent replacement has been
experienced or where, for reasons of sanitation or
appearance, additional cost is justified, partition
finishes should be selected on the basis of Life
Cycle Cost Analysis (LCC). The LCC analysis should
be performed for a period of not less than ten
years. For any project requiring non-combustible
partitions, panels, screens, or door finishes,
exclude finish No. 5.
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Color of finishes for toilet partition system components shall be
manufacturer's standard [as specified in Section 09915 COLOR SCHEDULE]
[_____].
2.5.2
Finishes No. 1 through No. 3
Partitions, panels, screen, and door finishes shall conform to CID A-A-60003
and shall be [Finish No. 1, baked enamel] [Finish No. 2, stainless steel]
[Finish No. 3, laminated plastic].
2.5.3
Finishes No.4 and No. 5
Solid plastic fabricated of [solid phenolic core with melamine facing
sheets] [or] [polymer resins (polyethylene)] formed under high pressure
rendering a single component section not less than 25 mm one inch thick.
Colors shall extend throughout the panel thickness. Exposed finish
surfaces shall be smooth, waterproof, non-absorbant, and resistant to
staining and marking with pens, pencils, or other writing devices. Solid
plastic partitions shall not show any sign of deterioration when immersed
in the following chemicals and maintained at a temperature of 27 degrees C
80 degrees F for a minimum of 30 days:
Acetic Acid (80 percent)
Hydrochloric Acid (40 percent)
Acetone
Hydrogen Peroxide (30 percent)
Ammonia (liquid)
Isopropyl Alcohol
Ammonia Phosphate
Lactic Acid (25 percent)
Bleach (12 percent)
Lime Sulfur
Borax
Nicotine
Brine
Potassium Bromide
Caustic Soda
Soaps
Chlorine Water
Sodium Bicarbonate
Citric Acid
Trisodium Phosphate
Copper Chloride
Urea; Urine
Core Oils
Vinegar
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