Single Family
7. Healthy Living Environment
7.10a Materials in Wet Areas: Surfaces
Mandatory
Do not install mold-propagating materials such as vinyl wallpaper and unsealed grout, in wet areas. Use smooth, durable, cleanable surfaces.
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Important Considerations
Codes and Regulations
International Residential Code: R307.2:
Bathtub and shower floors and walls above bathtubs with installed shower heads and in shower compartments shall be finished with a nonabsorbent surface. Such wall surfaces shall extend to a height of not less than 6 feet (1829mm) above the floor.
Specifications
Several specification sections apply, including:
09 00 00 Finishes 09 30 00 Tiling 10 20 00 Interior Specialties 10 21 16 Shower and Dressing Departments
The information above refers to the Construction Specification Institute's (CSI) MasterFormat. The numbers listed above refer to some of the most relevant but not all of the possible MasterFormat sections related to this strategy. The 6-digit numbers refer to the newer 2004 MasterFormat edition. Numbers in parenthesis refer to the older 1995 edition.
Other Resources
Publications and Links
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Related Strategies
| Q1a: | Eliminate sources of indoor air pollution |
| M1: | Do a durability plan |
| M3e: | Use durable materials |
Related Scales
