EXAM 3: Ceilings and Millwork -
ceilings are an important design consideration for interior space because - (All of the above)
-it is an over-head space defining element
-it can give character to a space
-it provides functional requirements
-can conceal building structure or systems
a _...
ceilings are an important design consideration for interior space because - (All of
the above)
-it is an over-head space defining element
-it can give character to a space
-it provides functional requirements
-can conceal building structure or systems
a _________ ceiling is the most common approach to creating a ceiling plane in a
commercial space - suspended ACT
an ______ ceiling allows you to see the building structure or intermediate floor
assembly above as well as the building systems - exposed
T or F: a designer can work with an engineer to finalize the exact position and the
type of air control devices in the ceiling - True
_______ is the most commonly used for ceilings in residential applications and is
often painted - gypsum board / drywall
what is a soffit? - the underside of an interior ceiling
when might a designer decide to use a soffit? - -when he wants to suspend a wood
ceiling over a seating area in the order to hide MEP equipment
-when he is suspending a gypsum board ceiling over a collaboration space
-to articulate a change of material in the ceiling above a lounge seating area in a
hotel lobby
-to create a lower plane to conceal lighting above a reception desk
this type of paint can be used to fireproof exposed structural elements in
commercial spaces with exposed ceiling. It has the appearance of a regularly
painted structure but swells up when exposed to heat/flames: - intumescent paint
,a client wants a highly smooth, but organic-formed ceiling in their 3 story lobby
space at their new hotel. They want the ceiling to be as seamless looking as
possible and to be white. finally, they are also very concerned about acoustics in
the space. which material would be the BEST option for the space? - An acoustical
plaster with an NRC rating of 1.0
T or F: most wood planks/strip flooring can also be used on a ceiling - True
T or F: lumber that is incorporated in the commercial ceilings and ceiling
assemblies does not have to be fire rated - False
you are working on a new high school project, and the client wants the main
common space to feel like a tech office complete with open, exposed ceilings and
painted ductwork. they have requested a durable, sustainable acoustical product
that can be attached to the structure, but still provide some color and texture. which
product would be the BEST option to propose - Tectum Panels
____ is the area between the dropped ceiling and the underside of the construction
above - plenum
acoustical ceiling tiles are commonly suspended from what system - t-bar
suspension systems
__x __ is the MOST COMMON size of acoustical ceiling tiles, but additional
larger format tiles are also becoming more common - 24x24 (inch) or 2x2 (feet)
why is it not advisable to paint the face of ACT on-site or during a renovation
project? - it will reduce their sound absorption value
what are the two types of acoustical or sound-absorbing values that you need to
reference when selecting ACT - ceiling attenuation class and noise reduction
coefficient
_____ is a commonly used finish/ material for Arktura perforated ceiling panels.
These panels can be laser cut and backed with acrylic for seamless light destruction
or with felt to help increase acoustics of the naturally reflective face material -
metal
wall runner suspended grid - insert image
, exposed suspended grid - insert image
Tegular Suspended grid - insert image
concealed suspended grid - insert image
what type of suspended ceiling product/ system is shown in the image to the right -
felt baffles (insert image)
T or F: if acoustical quality is a concern you can NEVER have open ceiling - False
T of F: a wood suspended ceiling as shown in the image to the right could help to
improve the acoustics of the space - true (insert image)
ryan with arktura mentioned they are now printing what design/pattern onto PET
felt to achieve a different visual aesthetic while still achieving acoustical properties
- wood
this material was originally introduced to replace ornamental plaster work and can
work in a suspended ceiling system - tin tiles
what are the primary building systems that are incorporated with or in ceiling
systems? - fire suppression, lighting, security, HVAC, MEP, AV
you are helping a corporate client renovate their space that was originally designed
in the 1980s. They currently have 2x4 ACT in their offices but want to modernize
the aesthetics. They have an incredibly tight budget, but still need something to
provide acoustics. What would be your suggestion as the best solution? - replace
the original 1980s tiles with new, smaller fissured 2x4 tiles
acoustical ceiling tiles CANNOT be cut to accommodate lighting, fixtures,
sprinklers, etc. - False
a residential client wants a cost effective solution to create a surface, applied
decorative ceiling in their family room. she is not that concerned with acoustical
properties in this space. What would you suggest as the most appropriate option? -
wall covering in a geometric pattern
the PET felt used in many of Arktura's acoustical products is manufactured from
recycled what - plastic bottles
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