Ceramic flooring is one of the oldest types of floor covering and has been used for many years in commercial and residential properties. The decision on whether to use ceramic flooring verses other types of flooring by architects and designers requires a variety of considerations. According to an article published by Facility Executive[1] titled Choose […]
How Architects Specify Acoustical Ceiling Products
In order for manufacturers to get their product specified, they must begin to understand more about how architects or designers select and specify products. Learning how the specification process works can help a manufacturer provide the architects and specifiers with the key information they need to get their brand in the building specifications, or better […]
HVAC Specifications—The Importance of Brand
Architects have many factors to consider when selecting an HVAC system for the projects they are involved with. Not only are there many different types of heating and cooling systems to choose from; architects must also weigh a myriad of other factors. For example, what is the appropriate size to maximize the temperature control given […]
Take a Peek into How Specification Analysis Helps Vinyl Windows Manufacturers Manage Market Shifts
When it comes to brand selection for vinyl windows, architects have many choices —sometimes too many. While many of the vinyl window specifications are written with very detailed performance requirements, there are usually a number of major manufacturers who can meet those requirements. The brand and product choices that architects ultimately make are dependent on […]
Resilient Flooring: Taking the Right Path to Specification
Architects have thousands of choices to make when designing a building. On the other hand, they also make thousands of trade offs. However, there are always a few elements critical to them. Maybe it is something that is performance-based, such as HVAC or a roofing system; or maybe aesthetics are prominent, such as the flooring […]