12 36 00 RESIN-COUNTERTOPS Rev 1.pdf

RENOVATE BOUND BROOK RESIDENCE PROJECT 561A4-17-110

VA RESIDENCE, BOUND BROOK, NEW JERSEY

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SECTION 12 36 00

COUNTERTOPS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Countertops

B. Back Splashes

1.2 REFERENCES

A. ASTM International

1. ASTM D 6110; Standard Test Method for Determining the Charpy

Impact Resistance of Notched Specimens of Plastics ASTM D 570;

Standard Test Method for Water Absorption of Plastics.

2. ASTM D 790; Standard Test Methods for Flexural Properties of

Unreinforced and Reinforced Plastics and Electrical Insulating

Materials.

3. ASTM D 696; Standard Test Method for Coefficient of Linear

Thermal Expansion of Plastics Between −30°C and 30°C with a

Vitreous Silica Dilatometer.

4. ASTM D 2583; Standard Test Method for Indentation Hardness of

Rigid Plastics by Means of a BarcolImpressor.

5. National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) LD.3 High

Pressure Decorative Laminates.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Refer to Section 01 33 23 SHOP DRAWINGS.

B. Product Data: Submit manufacturer’s current product literature for each product indicated.

C. Samples: Provide a four-inch square color sample for products indicated.

D. Shop Drawings: Include details, and attachments to other work.

1. Submit shop drawings showing seams, termination points, and details of edges.

2. Submit coordination drawings indicating electrical and plumbing work.

E. Manufacturer Instructions: Provide manufacturer’s written installation instructions.

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F. Installer Certification: Submit a signed copy of the installer’s certificate, acknowledging the employee has been trained and approved by manufacturer.

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Installer Qualifications: Manufacturer approved installer shall fabricate and install solid surface products, and demonstrate successful experience in installing finished carpentry items similar in type and quality to those required for this project.

1.5 DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING

A. Deliver sheets, fabricated items, materials and components in manufacturer’s original, unopened, undamaged containers with identification labels intact.

B. Store solid surface products and accessories as recommended by manufacturer.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 SOLID SURFACE MATERIAL

Basis of Design: STUDIOCollection® – Non-Translucent by AristechSurfaces LLC or equal.

A. Description: Non-porous, homogeneous material maintaining the same composition throughout the product with a composition of polyester or acrylic polymer, aluminum trihydrate filler and pigment.

B. Thickness: 12mm

C. Colors:As indicated in Specification 09 06 00 – SCHEDULE OF FINISHES

D. Sheet Size: STUDIO Collection® standard 36” x 120”

E. Performance Characteristics based on 12mm thickness: STUDIO

Collection® – Recycled/ Non-Translucent or equal.

1. Specific Gravity: 26.2 grams/cu. in.

2. Hardness: 53, when tested in accordance with ASTM D2583.

3. Flexural strength: 5,570 psi, when tested in accordance with ASTM

D790.

4. Flexural Modulus: 9.76 x 105, when tested in accordance with ASTM

D790.

5. Water Absorption after 24 hours: .05 %, when tested in accordance with ASTM D570.

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6. Charpy Impact Foot Pounds per Inch: 0.7, when tested in accordance with ASTM D6110.

7. Impact Resistance 1/2 Pound: No Fracture at a height > 150 in, when tested supported in accordance with NEMA LD3-3.3.

8. Linear Thermal Expansion, in/in/oF: 2.1 x 10-5, when tested in accordance with ASTM D696.

9. High Temperature Resistance: No Effect, when tested in accordance with NEMA LD3-3.6.

10. Boiling Water Resistance: No Effect, when tested in accordance with NEMA LD3-3.5.

11. Stain Resistance: No Effect, when tested in accordance with NEMA

LD3-3.9.

12. Weight per sq. ft., 12mm thickness: 4.16 pounds.

13. Recycled Content: Minimum 40%.

2.2 ACCESSORIES

A. Silicone Sealant: Mildew-resistant, FDA-compliant, 100% silicone sealant recommended by manufacturer.

2.3 FABRICATION

A. Solid surface shall be finished and fabricated by an authorized fabricator.

B. Product is supplied unfinished; specify and communicate desired finish to fabricator.

C. Fabricate using 12mm thick material unless otherwise indicated.

D. Solid surface shall be fabricated to field measurements.

E. Cut and finish component edges with clean, sharp returns.

F. Finished edges shall have a 1/16-inch radius.

G. Cutouts for sinks shall be smooth and uniform without saw marks. The top and bottom of openings shall be finished smooth.

H. Maintain minimum ¼ inch (6mm) radius for sink cutouts.

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Inspect materials and location of installation for conditions affecting performance of work in accordance with shop drawings.

B. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

3.2 INSTALLATION

A. Install solid surfaces in accordance with manufacturer’s installation guidelines and recommendations.

B. Field cut countertop as required for plumbing fixtures.

C. Cure countertops for 24 hours, minimum, before exposure to moisture or pressure.

D. Corner joints: Form 1/8-inch-wide joints, sealed with manufacturer’s color-matching silicone sealant.

E. Back splashes: Field install with tight, sealed joints, full height as shown on Drawing A-102.

F. Field joints shall be hard seamed unless otherwise specified.

G. Attach solid surfaces material to leveled supports on frame with dabs of silicone every 18”-24”.

H. Fasten solid surface material to frame by anchoring screws to supports at all corner blocks. Screws should not come in contact with solid surface material, as this may cause cracking of countertop.

3.3 CLEANING AND PROTECTION

A. Remove adhesives, sealants and other stains.

B. Protect installed wall cladding from damage. Repair or replace damaged work, to Architects satisfaction.

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