Specifications - Lord and Son Construction, Inc.

conditions of this level.
3. Level 3: Gypsum board substrate at areas of textured finishes and heavy duty
wall coverings.
a. All joints and interior angles shall have tape embedded in joint compound
and one additional coat of joint compound applied over all joints and
interior angles. Fastener heads and accessories shall be covered with
two separate coats of joint compound. All joint compound shall be smooth
and free of tool marks and ridges.
4. Level 4: all Gypsum board surfaces, except where another finish level is
indicated.
a. All joints and interior angles shall have tape embedded in joint compound
and two separate coats of joint compound applied over all flat joints and
one separate coat of joint compound applied over interior angles.
Fastener heads and accessories shall be covered with three separate
coats of joint compound. All joint compound shall be smooth and free of
tool marks and ridges.
5. Level 5: not used on this Project.
3.5 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
A. Tolerances:
3.6 PROTECTION
1. Do not exceed 1/8 inch in 8'-0" variation from plumb or level in exposed lines
of surface, except at joints between gypsum board units.
2. Do not exceed 1/16 inch variation between planes of abutting edges or ends.
3. Shim as required to comply with specified tolerances.
A. Protect installed products from damage from weather, condensation, direct
sunlight, construction, and other causes during remainder of the construction
period.
B. Remove and replace panels that are wet, moisture damaged, and mold damaged.
1. Indications that panels are wet or moisture damaged include, but are not
limited to, discoloration, sagging, or irregular shape.
2. Indications that panels are mold damaged include, but are not limited to, fuzzy
or splotchy surface contamination and discoloration.
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