AWS EDITION 1, 2009

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Appendix B

© 2009, AWI, AWMAC, WI - Architectural Woodwork Standards - 1st Edition, October 1, 2009

(Appendix B is not part of the AWS for compliance purposes)

C. Drawers shall meet the requirements of the AWS for the Grade or Grades specified.

The AWS does an excellent job of matching drawer materials and construction methods to the

casework Grade. If something special is desired, modify this Item.

D. Laminated Plastic Countertops:

1. Laminate shall be [Manufacturer] [Pattern].


2. Core material shall be [particleboard] [MDF] [exterior grade hardwood plywood with a non-telegraphing
   grain].

Particleboard and MDF are satisfactory in most environments. The AWS requires water resistant

Particleboard or MDF at tops with sinks. Plywood is recommended only in the most abusive wet

environments.

3. Back splashes shall be ASSEMBLY [1-Wall mount, jobsite assembled] [2-Deck mount, manufacturer
   assembled].
   If a preference is desired it shall be so specified, otherwise the Assembly method shall be
   manufacturers option.


4. Back splashes shall be [butt joint] [cove] [per drawings] and shall be [ ] inches (millimeters) high.
   If several backsplash details are used, label “per drawing”, and be sure all tops are clearly detailed
   in the plans.


5. Front edges shall be [self edge] [no drip bullnose edge] [waterfall edge] [no drip tilt edge] [three millimeter
   PVC edge] [wood edge].
   As mentioned above, if several details are to be used, make sure they are clearly shown or labeled
   on the plans.
   E. Solid Surface Countertops:


6. Solid surface shall be [brand] [pattern] [color].


7. Back splashes shall be [butt joint] [cove] [per details] and shall be [ ] inches (millimeters) high.
   If several backsplash details are used call out “per details,’ and be sure all tops are clearly detailed
   in the plans.
   F. Front edges shall be [self edge] [no drip bullnose edge] [waterfall edge] [no drip tilt edge].
   As above, if several details are to be used make sure they are clearly shown or labeled on the
   plans.
   G Factory Finishing


8. All products provided in this Section shall be factory finished using Architectural Woodwork Standards finish system
   [ _____ ].


9. Finish shall be AWS [Premium] [Custom] Grade.
   As noted above, Factory Finishing is strongly recommended. In addition to getting a better finish, you
   are moving the air quality problems off site where a proper spray booth will protect the environment
   and the health of the finishers. It is still worth while to select a low VOC finishing system, as some
   touch up will be required at the job site.
   PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.01. EXAMINATION

A. Verify the adequacy and proper location of any required backing or support framing.

B. Verify that mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and other building components affecting work in this Section are in place

and ready.

3.02. INSTALLATION

A. Install all work in conformance with the Architectural Woodwork Standards, latest edition.

1. Installation shall conform to the AWS Grade of the items being installed.

B. All work shall be secured in place, square, plumb, and level.

CSI Section 06 41 00

Wood and Plastic Laminate Casework

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