Joints between Tiles and Bathtub

Joints between Tiles and Bathtub (1)  The joints between wall tiles and a bathtub or shower shall be suitably caulked with material conforming to CAN/CGSB-19.22-M, “Mildew Resistant Sealing Compound for Tubs and Tile”. Article 9.29.10.5. Ontario Regulation 332/12 Building Code,   Information published by oncodes.ca for educational purposes only. Note : Silicone sealants are terrific for […]
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Joints in Top Plates

Joints in Top Plates (1)  Joints in the top plates of loadbearing walls shall be staggered not less than one stud spacing.     (2)  The top plates in loadbearing walls shall be lapped or otherwise suitably tied at corners and intersecting walls in accordance with Sentence (4).     (3)  Joints in single top plates used with loadbearing walls […]
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Joints Offset Panel-Type Underlay

Joints Offset Panel-Type Underlay (1)  Where panel-type underlay is required to be installed over plywood, or OSB or waferboard, the joints in the underlay shall be offset at least 200 mm from the joints in the underlying subfloor. Article 9.30.2.4 Ontario Regulation 332/12 Building Code,   O. Reg. 332/12: BUILDING CODE (ontario.ca) © Queen’s Printer for […]
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Laundry Fixtures

Laundry Fixtures (1)  Laundry facilities or a space for laundry facilities shall be provided in every dwelling unit or grouped elsewhere in the building in a location conveniently accessible to occupants of every dwelling unit. Article 9.31.4.2 Ontario Regulation 332/12 Building Code,   O. Reg. 332/12: BUILDING CODE (ontario.ca) © Queen’s Printer for Ontario, 2021
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Length of Fasteners for Gypsum Board

Length of Fasteners for Gypsum Board (1)  The length of fasteners for gypsum board shall conform to Table 9.29.5.5., except that lesser depths of penetration are permitted for assemblies required to have a fire-resistance rating provided it can be shown, on the basis of fire tests, that such depths are adequate for the required rating. Table […]
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Length of Fasteners Gypsum Board

Length of Fasteners Gypsum Board (1)  The length of fasteners for gypsum board shall conform to Table 9.29.5.5., except that lesser depths of penetration are permitted for assemblies required to have a fire-resistance rating provided it can be shown, on the basis of fire tests, that such depths are adequate for the required rating. Article 9.29.5.5. […]
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