IDFX V. Preliminary FF&E and Finishes

simultaneous contrast

joseph albers’ work on color shows how the same color can appear different depending on its surroundings. A color placed next to purple may look different than the same color next to green.

material sourcing

making an initial selection

industry standards

codes/regulations

sustainability

sample/mock-ups

sustainable design

aims to minimize the negative environmental impact of the interior environment through efficiency and moderation in the use of materials, energy, and repurposing of space

NFPA101

testing for building material standards

NFPA 265

textile and vinyl wall coverings to room fire growth

NFPA 286

room corner test, evaluate non-textile wall/ceiling finishes for fire growth, smoke, and heat release.

nfpa 701

test the flammability of window treatments such as draperies and curtains

astm e 84 / ul 723

steiner tunnel test, test wall/ceiling materials for flame spread index and smoke developed index

astm e648/nfpa 253

flooring radiant panel, test floor covering for critical radiant flux

toxicity

refers to interior materials or finishes that burn and release noxious gases, smoke, or fumes

nfpa 269

astm e1678

cal tb 117-2013

indoor air quality

astm d5116

astm d6670

astm e1333

ansi/ashrae standard 62.1, 62.2

COM is usually used to preserve design intent or adhere to specific quality standards for textiles, including customer criteria to be considered, such as:

• natural vs synthetic fiber and their positive/negative attributes and applications

• specialty fiber and their applications

• abrasion resistance and the wyzenbeek and martindale test

• fade-ometer test

• crocking resistance test

THe client should also be aware of the need to provide technical specification for custom items, in line with the project requirement and bid process.

specification types are prescriptive, performance, proprietary, base-bid/equal, descriptive, reference standard, as are reviewed and tested for the interior design implementation exam (IDIX)

factors to consider include oversize dimensions and complex logistics, such as permits required for installing large items.

can it fit in freight or construction elevator, can it be designed to be assembled on site, or must it be hauled up by crane, then how will it be brought inside

NFPA 261/CAL TB 116

standard method of test for determining resistance of mockup uphostered furniture material assemblies to ignition by smoldering cigaretts

NPFA 260/CAL TB 117

Standard methods of tests and classification system for cigarette ignition resistance of components of upholster furniture

NPFA 266/CAL TB 133

full seating test has been repealed and replaced by CAL TB 116 and 117.

cushion type

cotton batting. polyester batting, polyurethane foam, latex foam, rubberized fibers, and shredded fibers.

these may be used alone or in cushions over coiled or sinuous spring support.