Gypsum Board Materials

Gypsum Board Materials (1)  Gypsum products shall conform to,     (a)   CAN/CSA-A82.27-M, “Gypsum Board”,     (b)   ASTM C1178 / C1178M, “Coated Glass Mat Water-Resistant Gypsum Backing Panel”, or     (c)   ASTM C1396 / C1396M, “Gypsum Board”. Article 9.29.5.2 Ontario Regulation 332/12 Building Code, Information published by oncodes.ca for educational purposes only
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Gypsum Board Maximum Spacing of Supports

Gypsum Board Maximum Spacing of Supports (1)  Maximum spacing of supports for gypsum board applied as a single layer shall conform to Table 9.29.5.3. Article 9.29.5.3. Ontario Regulation 332/12 Building Code,   Information published by oncodes.ca for educational purposes only. GYPSUM BOARD FINISH Gypsum board is the most widely used interior finish because of its speed […]
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Gypsum Board Supporting Insulation

Gypsum Board Supporting Insulation (1)  Gypsum board supporting insulation shall be at least 12.7 mm thick. Article 9.29.5.4. Ontario Regulation 332/12 Building Code,   Information published by oncodes.ca for educational purposes only. GYPSUM BOARD FINISH Although 9.5 mm (3⁄8 in.) thick gypsum board may be used on walls with support spacings up to 400 mm (16 […]
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Gypsum Products

Gypsum Products (1)  Gypsum products shall conform to,     (a)   CAN/CSA-A82.27-M, “Gypsum Board”,     (b)   ASTM C1178 / C1178M, “Coated Glass Mat Water-Resistant Gypsum Backing Panel”, or     (c)   ASTM C1396 / C1396M, “Gypsum Board”. Article 9.29.5.2. Ontario Regulation 332/12 Building Code,   Information published by oncodes.ca for educational purposes only.
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Heating and Ventilation Planning

Heating and Ventilation Planning Plan where heating and ventilation ductwork will be located and how it might affect floor joists and wall insulation values. Use low-noise source exhaust fans. Consider the use of heat recovery ventilation as an energy efficient means of providing required ventilation. Consider installing additional heating ducts close to the floor in […]
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Hot Water Temperature

Hot Water Temperature (1)  Where a hot water supply is required by Article 9.31.4.3., equipment shall be installed to provide to every dwelling unit an adequate supply of service hot water with a temperature range from 45°C to 60°C. (2)  An electric storage-type service water heater shall have a minimum set storage temperature of 60°C. Article 9.31.6.1 […]
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