PART 3
EXECUTION
3.1
INSTALLATION
Surfaces of fastening devices exposed after installation shall have the
same finish as the attached accessory. Exposed screw heads shall be oval.
Install accessories at the location and height indicated. Protect exposed
surfaces of accessories with strippable plastic or by other means until the
installation is accepted. After acceptance of accessories, remove and
dispose of strippable plastic protection. Coordinate accessory
manufacturer's mounting details with other trades as their work progresses.
[Brackets, plates, anchoring devices and similar items used for mounting
accessories in showers shall be bedded in [a silicone or polysulphide
sealant] [a sealant as specified in Section 07920 JOINT SEALANTS] as they
are set to provide a watertight installation.] After installation,
thoroughly clean exposed surfaces and restore damaged work to its original
condition or replace with new work.
3.1.1
Recessed Accessories
Fasten accessories with wood screws to studs, blocking or rough frame in
wood construction. Set anchors in mortar in masonry construction. Fasten
to metal studs or framing with sheet metal screws in metal construction.
3.1.2
Surface Mounted Accessories
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NOTE: Shelf support brackets and through-bolting of
accessories should be required and indicated on the
project drawings when rough usage of accessories is
anticipated. Attachment by through-bolting should
be indicated for shelf brackets and mirrors.
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Mount on concealed backplates, unless specified otherwise. Accessories
without backplates shall have concealed fasteners. Unless indicated or
specified otherwise, install accessories with sheet metal screws or wood
screws in lead-lined braided jute, teflon or neoprene sleeves, or lead
expansion shields, or with toggle bolts or other approved fasteners as
required by the construction. Install backplates in the same manner, or
provide with lugs or anchors set in mortar, as required by the
construction. Fasten accessories mounted on gypsum board and plaster walls
without solid backing into the metal or wood studs or to solid wood
blocking secured between wood studs, or to metal backplates secured to
metal studs.
3.2
CLEANING
Material shall be cleaned in accordance with manufacturer's
recommendations. Alkaline or abrasive agents shall not be used.
Precautions shall be taken to avoid scratching or marring of surfaces.
3.3
SCHEDULE
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NOTE: A schedule of the accessories required will
be added. Format for the schedule may be modified
to suit local preference. In some cases it may be
adequate to simply show the locations on the
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