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| Delamination of
texture on drywall surfaces is an expensive and apparently increasing problem. Job site
investigation of this problem reveals not one cause, but
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| Interior Job Conditions by the Drywall Finishing Council |
All walls, partitions,
and ceilings to which drywall joint compounds, drywall textures (where applicable), and paints/coatings
are to be applied are included.
1.1 This specification covers the conditioning of gypsum board
and concrete prior to the application of drywall joint compounds, drywall textures, and
paints/coatings.
1.2 This specification covers the interior job conditions during the
application of drywall joint compounds, drywall textures, and paints/coatings.
1.3 All
materials to be used in accordance with all codes, specifications, and manufacturer's
recommendations. |
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2.1 The gypsum board
shall be maintained at a minimum temperature of 10°C (50°F), and be dry for at least 48 hours
prior to the application of drywall joint compounds, drywall textures, and
paints/coatings.
2.2 Concrete surfaces shall be aged at least 60 days prior to
the application of drywall joint compounds, drywall textures, and paints/coatings. All
efflorescence, form release agents, dust, or other surface contaminates shall be removed.
The concrete surface shall be dry. Exposed metal shall be hand-tool cleaned and primed
with a rust-inhibitive primer. The concrete surface shall be maintained at a minimum
temperature of 10°C (50°F). |
| 3. Interior Job Conditions |
3.1 A minimum
temperature of 10°C (50°F) shall be maintained continuously for the application of the
drywall joint compounds, drywall textures, and paints/coatings until dry.
3.2
Continuous ventilation shall be provided to allow proper drying.
3.3 Whenever
possible, permanent heating and ventilation systems should be utilized.
3.4
Whenever possible, permanent lighting should be utilized.
3.4.1 Job site
lighting may not be representative of final lighting. Inspection shall take place
under job site lighting conditions.
3.5 All drywall joint compounds shall
be dry or, with setting type drywall joint compounds, hardened (set) prior to the
application of subsequent coats.
3.6 All drywall joint compounds shall be
dry prior to the application of drywall textures and paints/coatings. |
| 4. Drywall Joint Compound, Drywall Texture, and Paint/Coating Application |
| 4.1 Drywall joint
compounds, drywall textures, and paints/coatings are to be mixed and applied in accordance with
the manufacturer's recommendations. |
| 5. Interior Conditions for Finished Buildings |
| 5.1 All finished walls,
partitions, and ceilings shall be maintained at a minimum temperature of 10°C (50°F).
Date 3/20/96 |
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