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Finishes vs External Envelope

Edniel RecamadasMember for 17 years 5 months
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Dear All,

1) What finishes that are affected by the delays in installation of External Envelope on a high-rise building construction?

1) What finishes can’t start before completion of External Envelope in each floor?

Please advise

Thanks,

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    Jacob Emmanuel ·
    for philippines which are typhoon affected countries

    All dry items like gypsum boarding works (drywall and ceiling), carpentries/wooden items, also paints
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    Edniel Recamadas ·
    Dear All,

    Thanks Jacob.

    Could other PPers give me their contributions on the subject regardless in which country is the location of the project.

    Thanks,

    Edniel
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    Mike Testro ·
    Hi Edniel

    It depends on the specification but usually you need weathertight conditions for trades that may be damaged by water intrusion - such as listed by Jacob.

    So it is not just the facade but the roof as well.

    Once you have a clear working platform and a secure deck above - usually 2 floors - then items such as:

    1. Internal masonry - may have to wait a bit until the facade is in place.
    2. MEP Ducts - pipes - electric containment but NOT cables.
    3. MEP in risers must have a secure walls and top cover.

    Best regards

    Mike Testro

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