INTERIOR FINISHING
I. Introduction
A. Interior finishing work consists of placing final coverings on the ceilings,
walls, and floors, as well as installing the cabinetry and millwork.
B. In addition, the utility systems roughed in during earlier phases are
completed during this phase of construction.
1. includes:
a. electrical wiring
b. installing the plumbing fixtures
c. completing the HVAC system
II. Interior Ceilings and Wall Coverings
A. There are many different materials and methods used in creating interior
walls and ceilings.
1. examples include:
a. gypsum board
*referred to as drywall
*most common material used
*advantages:
-inexpensive
-fairly easy to install
-provides some fire protection
*process:
-sheet fastened into place
-joints sealed (taping compound and tape)
-panels are finished
*paint
*wood paneling
*wood trim
*wallpaper
b. masonry materials
*examples:
-stone
-brick
-ceramic tile
*structure must be designed to withstand the weight
*used in conjunction with concrete board
III. Other Interior Coverings
A. In buildings where it is important to have access to the utilities installed
overhead, a suspended ceiling is often used.
1. process:
a. walls are installed
b. main and support channels are installed
c. ceiling tiles are set into position
B. The finish flooring system varies with the type of construction.
1. concrete flooring
a. clean with chemicals (mild etching)
b. polish
c. add additional coverings
*ceramic tile
*asphalt tile
*seamless vinyl
*linoleum
*carpeting
2. wood flooring
a. sub-flooring
b. second layer of underlayment
*OSB
*plywood
c. finish flooring
*hardwood
*asphalt tile
*seamless vinyl
*carpeting
C. Cabinets furnish specialized storage for many areas of a building.
1. areas of utilization
a. dressing
b. dining
c. laundry
d. serving
e. miscellaneous
2. general sizes
a. kitchen base cabinets
*36” high x 24” deep
b. kitchen upper cabinets
*30” high x 12” deep
3. other considerations
a. door design and construction
b. drawer construction
c. shelves
d. countertops
e. cabinet hardware
IV. Conclusion
A. Structures with interior space such as homes, offices, and factories
generally require the interior space to be finished.
B. The interior finish allows the structure to be cleaned easier, provides
more pleasant surroundings, and provides for better safety.