Sunday, December 9, 2012

Final




Epic Engineered wood floors in Slalom

 What it is made out of: Birch
 Manufacturer: Shaw Flooring
Product number: SW249
Color/ Color number: 00231 Slalom

Space(s) used:
Reception Area, Conference Center


Sustainability:
Epic is the most sustainable engineered floor there is. Using 50% more recycled wood with a high density core board made from recycled post-industrial wood fiber. It is also Certified as an Environmentally Preferred Product, Qualifies for LEED credits, and Meets GREENGUARD™ indoor air quality requirements and is GREENGUARD Children & Schools certified.


Installation:
Store will set up the installation, costs may vary depending on company but the final price will include other materials needed. They make sure the subfloor is clean and then a thin foam pad is laid down for cushioning, and taped down with duct tape. They start at one end of the room by the wall leaving space for expansion of the wood and lay down the planks, putting glue in the next planks groove and then fitting them together, Nailing them in may or may not be necessary.

Maintenance:
Regularly sweep, mop, or vacuum floors, and make sure to wipe up any spills right away instead of letting them sit there.
            Level of difficulty to maintain: Easy
            Special attention needed? : good idea to put felt squares on the bottom of your furniture legs to keep the floors from being scratched.
 Calculations:
Reception: 10.5’ x 12’ = 126
Conference: 15’ x 11’= 165
Add up two rooms: 126+165=291
Add 10%: 291x.1=29
Add up for total: 291+29=320 sq. ft.


Cost:
            Cost per unit: $10.99/ sq. ft.
            Cost of total used in space: $3516.80

Sherwin Williams Emerald™ Interior Acrylic Latex Paint in Gateway Gray, and Glamour
 Manufacturer: Sherwin Williams
Color/ Color number: SW7644, SW6031

Space(s) used: Reception and Bathroom in Gateway Gray, Conference in Dovetail


Sustainability:
            Recycled Material? : No
            Environmentally safe? : Yes, it is a zero VOC formula even after colorants are added.


Installation
Make sure to sand and fill any cracks or dings that may be present, and to have a clean, dry, and smooth surface before applying paint. You can either paint it yourself, or hire professional painters. Professional painter costs will vary by the company. Apply two coats of paint letting each coat dry in between applications. It is self-priming, making it easy to apply and saves lots of time by reducing the number of coats needed.
            Extra materials needed?: If painting yourself, you will need to also purchase paint brushes and rollers, painters tape, painting pan, and possibly a ladder. If you hire painters they should provide all materials along with their service.


Maintenance:
            Level of difficulty to maintain: Easy
            Special attention needed? : Can wash easily with soapy water if needed, and may need to be touched up if any dings or chips occur over time.
            Other notes: Emerald interior paint is stain resistant, easy to wash, and provides maximum resistance to mildew and moisture. This paint is also extremely durable making it an excellent choice for commercial applications


Calculations:

Glamour:
Wall Height- 10 ft
Area- 52 ft
Total- 1.2 Gallons

Gateway Gray:
Bathroom- 23.6 ft
Reception- 36.2 ft
Wall Height- 10ft
Total- 1.3 Gallons



Cost:
            Cost per unit: $50/ gallon for both colors
Cost of total used in space: Gateway Gray: $100; Glamour: $100


Granite in Ambrosia White
#476

Space(s) used: Bathroom and Reception


Sustainability: Naturally occurring stone from India. Used the 1.5” thickness, polished smooth finish.
            Recycled Material? : No
           


Installation: Measure countertops to exact size of your counter; in the bathroom, you will need to have a hole cut out for the sink. The slab is then screwed into the interior of the cabinet. It is best to hire a professional to install countertops, and prices may vary depending on the company.
Maintenance:
            Level of difficulty to maintain: Easy
            Special attention needed? : Keep it clean daily by wiping up any immediate spills and brushing off any crumbs or other loose particles that may be on the countertops. Every few weeks clean it with a mixture of soap, water, and a little rubbing alcohol. Make sure to avoid anything that has a high level of acidity, or any clothes that are abrasive, this could damage the counters. May need to be resealed every few years or as you see fit for added durability and shine.
Other notes: extremely durable, and last a really long time.

Calculations:
Bathroom- 4 sqft total
Reception-  6’-6’’ sqft total
Total- 10’-6’’ sqft


Cost:
Cost per unit: $45/sq ft
            Cost of total used in space: $472.5


Architex Rolling Hills Sierra commercial grade upholstery fabric
            What it is made out of: 61% Acrylic, 39% Polyester

Space(s) used: Conference room chairs


Sustainability: This fabric received 100,000 double rubs in the Wyzenbeek test, and in Lightfastness tests received 40 hours AATCC 16. Fire codes: Cal TB 117, UFAC Class 1, and has received the Oeko-Tex Standard 100 meaning it does not contain any harsh irritants or chemicals.
            Recycled Material? : No

Installation: Chairs will be completely reupholstered in this fabric, costs may vary, contact a local professional.
           
Maintenance:
            Level of difficulty to maintain: Easy
            Special attention needed? : Spot treat stains that may occur as neccessary. This fabric has received a cleaning Code “WS” meaning  the fabric can be cleaned with either water or solvent based products. Use a mild solvent, an upholstery shampoo, or the foam from a mild detergent.

Calculations:
            10 chairs
            2 yd/ chair
            20 yds total


Cost:
            Cost per unit: $35/yd
            Cost of total used in space: $700


Architex Como Commercial grade room-darkening Drapery in Bone
            What it is made out of: 100% polyester

Space(s) used: Conference, Reception, and Bathroom

Sustainability: It is extremely important that drapery fabric does not easily fade when put in direct sunlight, because it receives the most light out of all fabrics in a room. When tested for lightfastness, this product received 40 hours AATCC 16. Passes fire code NFPA 701.
            Recycled Material? : No

Installation:Fabric should be cut into proper sized panels leaving extra room for seams and the rod pocket then sewn. Rod placement needs to be measured and brackets need to be drilled and installed; Put drapery onto rod and hang.
           


Maintenance: Regular vacuuming of fabric is necessary to prevent dust build up. Steam cleaning right when you hang them and then occasionally after that will also help to keep the fabric’s appearance looking nice and unwrinkled. If stains do appear, Cleaning code “S” is listed for this product meaning they suggest using a mild water-free cleaning solvent or dry cleaning product. Make sure the room is well ventilated and there are no open flames.
Level of difficulty to maintain: Easy

Calculations:
Reception: 3 windows (3’ wide by 10’ high) =90 sq. ft
Conference: 2 windows (3’ wide by 10’ high) = 60 sq. ft
Bathroom: 1 Window ( 3’ wide by 5’ high –roman shades in bathroom, don’t want drapery touching floor) = 15 sq. ft

165 sq. ft + 10% for seam and rod pocket allowance = 181.5 sq. ft

3ft=1yd
181.5 sq. ft = 60.5 yards
Total: 60.5 yards

Cost:
            Cost per unit: $30/yd
            Cost of total used in space: $1,815.00









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