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ASTM C1505-01(2007) Standard Test Method for Determination of Breaking
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Strength of Ceramic Tiles by Three-Point Loading
1.1 This test method covers the determination of breaking strength of ceramic tiles by three-point loading. 1.2 This standard
does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this
standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to
use. ... More

ASTM C1167-11 Standard Specification for Clay Roof Tiles

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1.1 This specification covers clay tiles intended for use as roof covering where
durability and appearance are required to provide a weather-resistant surface of specified design. 1.2 Tiles are manufactured
from clay, shale, or similar naturally occurring earthy substances and subjected to heat treatment at elevated temperatures
(firing). The heat treatment must develop a fired bond between ... More

ASTM C484-99(2009) Standard Test Method for Thermal Shock Resistance of

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Glazed Ceramic Tile
1.1 This test method covers the determination of the resistance to thermal shock of glazed ceramic tiles under normal
conditions of use. 1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are
for information only. 1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It
is the ... More

ASTM C1243-93(2009) Standard Test Method for Relative Resistance to

Active Standard(Latest Version) Deep Abrasive Wear of Unglazed Ceramic Tile by Rotating Disc

1.1 This test method covers the deep abrasive wear by measuring the loss of volume resulting from abrasion of unglazed
ceramic tile under given conditions by means of a rotating disc and the use of abrasive material. 1.2 The values stated in SI
units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard. 1.3 This standard does not
purport to address all ... More

ASTM D5343-06(2012)e1 Standard Guide for Evaluating Cleaning

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Performance of Ceramic Tile Cleaners
1.1 This guide covers the evaluation of the cleaning performance of products intended for use on ceramic tiles. This guide
provides techniques for soiling, cleaning, and evaluating performance of detergent systems under controlled, but practical,
hard-surface cleaning conditions. Note 1 The soils described in this guide are known in the industry as soap scum. 1.2 Such
systems include ... More

ASTM C895-87(2009) Standard Test Method for Lead and Cadmium

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Extracted from Glazed Ceramic Tile
1.1 This test method covers the precise determination of lead and cadmium extracted by acetic acid from glazed ceramic tile
that are intended for use in areas of food preparation. The procedure of extraction may be expected to accelerate the release
of lead from the glaze and to serve, therefore, as a severe test that is unlikely to be matched under the actual conditions of
usage of such ... More

ASTM C501-84(2009) Standard Test Method for Relative Resistance to Wear

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of Unglazed Ceramic Tile by the Taber Abraser
1.1 This test method 2 covers the establishment of an abrasive wear index by determination of the loss of weight resulting
from abrasion of unglazed ceramic tile. It is applicable to tile described in Definitions C242 . 1.2 The values stated in inch-
pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that
are provided for ... More

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Active Standard(Latest Version) ASTM C648-04(2009) Standard Test Method for Breaking Strength of
Ceramic Tile
1.1 This test method covers the determination of the breaking strength of glazed ceramic wall tile, ceramic mosaic tile,
quarry tile, and paver tile, having a facial area of at least 1 in. 2 (6.4 cm 2 ). 1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to
be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for
information only and ... More

ASTM C1027-09 Standard Test Method for Determining Visible Abrasion

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Resistance of Glazed Ceramic Tile
1.1 This test method is designed to measure the resistance of tile surfaces to visible surface abrasion. Certain irregular
surfaces may not be evaluated properly by this test method because of wear patterns. 1.2 This procedure does not make
provisions for the apparent difference in abrasion values between light and dark colored tile. 1.3 This procedure does not
optimally evaluate loss of ... More

ASTM C502-09 Standard Test Method for Wedging of Flat, Rectangular

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Ceramic Wall and Floor Tile
1.1 This test method covers the determination of the wedging or deviation from rectangularity of flat, rectangular wall and floor
tile. The test method covers tile as defined in Terminology C242 . 1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as
standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard. 1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of
the safety ... More

ASTM C650-04(2009) Standard Test Method for Resistance of Ceramic Tile

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to Chemical Substances
1.1 This test method covers a procedure for determining whether, and to what degree, ceramic tiles are affected by
prolonged exposure to chemical substances that are commonly used in the household or for cleaning purposes as well as
other more severe conditions. 1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of
measurement are included in this standard. ... More

ASTM C1026-10 Standard Test Method for Measuring the Resistance of

Active Standard(Latest Version) Ceramic Tile to Freeze-Thaw Cycling

1.1 This test method describes the procedures and equipment required to test either glazed or unglazed ceramic tile for
resistance to repeated cycles of freezing and thawing. Ceramic tile of any size or shape may be tested by this test method.
1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for
information only. 1.3 This ... More

ASTM C627-10 Standard Test Method for Evaluating Ceramic Floor Tile
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1.1 This test method covers the evaluation of ceramic floor tile installation systems, using the Robinson 2 -type floor tester.
1.2 This test method is intended solely for evaluating complete ceramic floor tile installation systems for failure under loads
and not for evaluating particular characteristics of ceramic tile, such as abrasion resistance. This test method does not claim
to provide ... More

ASTM C609-07 Standard Test Method for Measurement of Light Reflectance

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Value and Small Color Differences Between Pieces of Ceramic Tile
1.1 This test method covers the measurement of Light Reflectance Value (LRV) and visually small color difference between
pieces of glazed or unglazed ceramic tile, using any spectrophotometer that meets the requirements specified in the test
method. LRV and the magnitude and direction of the color difference are expressed numerically, with sufficient accuracy for
use in product specification. ... More

ASTM C1028-07e1 Standard Test Method for Determining the Static

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Coefficient of Friction of Ceramic Tile and Other Like Surfaces by the
Horizontal Dynamometer Pull-Meter Method
1.1 This test method covers the measurement of static coefficient of friction of ceramic tile or other surfaces under both wet
and dry conditions while utilizing Neolite heel assemblies. 2 This test method can be used in the laboratory or in the field. 1.2
The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical
conversions to SI ... More

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Active Standard(Latest Version) ASTM C346-87(2009) Standard Test Method for 45-deg Specular Gloss of
Ceramic Materials
1.1 This test method covers the determination of the specular gloss of porcelain enameled specimens, but may be applicable
to other specimens having similar reflection characteristics. This test method may be used to compare the gloss of porcelain
enameled specimens or to provide an index of acid or abrasion resistance by measurement of gloss loss. Note 1 Specular
gloss is one of several ... More

ASTM F109-12 Standard Terminology Relating to Surface Imperfections on

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Ceramics
1.1 This terminology describes and illustrates imperfections observed on whitewares and related products. For additional
definitions of terms relating to whitewares and related products, refer to Terminology C242 . To observe these defects,
examination shall be performed visually, with or without the aid of a dye penetrant, as described in Test Method C949 .
Agreement by the manufacturer and ... More

ASTM C1232-12 Standard Terminology of Masonry

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1.1 This standard incorporates generic terms and generic definitions of terms
specifically associated with manufactured masonry units and masonry constructed with manufactured masonry units. These
generic terms and definitions are used within the standards developed by Committee C12 on Mortars and Grouts for Unit
Masonry and Committee C15 on Manufactured Masonry Units. 1.2 This standard ... More

ASTM D523-08 Standard Test Method for Specular Gloss

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1.1 This test method covers the measurement of the specular gloss of nonmetallic
specimens for glossmeter geometries of 60, 20, and 85 ( 1- 7 ) . 2 1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be
regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for
information only and are not considered standard. 1.3 This standard does ... More

ASTM D2047-11 Standard Test Method for Static Coefficient of Friction of

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Polish-Coated Flooring Surfaces as Measured by the James Machine
1.1 This laboratory test method covers the use of the James Machine for the measurement of the static coefficient of friction
of polish-coated flooring surfaces with respect to human locomotion safety. Further, this test method also establishes a
compliance criterion to meet the requirement for a nonhazardous polished walkway surface. The test method is not intended
for use on wet ... More

ASTM C1378-04(2009) Standard Test Method for Determination of

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Resistance to Staining
1.1 This test method is intended to determine the resistance to staining of ceramic tile surfaces. 1.2 The resistance to
staining is determined by maintaining test solutions in contact with ceramic tile surfaces for a specified period of time. After
exposure, the surface is cleaned in a defined manner, and the test specimens are inspected visually for change. 1.3 The
values stated in SI units ... More

ASTM E2214-12 Standard Practice for Specifying and Verifying the

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Performance of Color-Measuring Instruments
1.1 This practice provides standard terms and procedures for describing and characterizing the performance of spectral and
filter based instruments designed to measure and compute the colorimetric properties of materials and objects. It does not set
the specifications but rather gives the format and process by which specifications can be determined, communicated and
verified. 1.2 This practice ... More

ASTM C1315-11 Standard Specification for Liquid Membrane-Forming

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Compounds Having Special Properties for Curing and Sealing Concrete
1.1 This specification provides requirements for membrane-forming liquids suitable for use as curing compounds and sealers
on freshly placed concrete and as sealers on hardened concrete. These membranes have special properties, such as, alkali
resistance, acid resistance, adhesion-promoting qualities, and resistance to degradation by UV light. Note 1 For liquid
membrane-forming curing ... More

ASTM G115-10 Standard Guide for Measuring and Reporting Friction

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1.1 This guide covers information to assist in the selection of a method for measuring the frictional properties of materials.
Requirements for minimum data and a format for presenting these data are suggested. The use of the suggested reporting
form will increase the long-term usefulness of the test results within a given laboratory and will facilitate the exchange of test
results between ... More

ASTM E2751-11 Standard Practice for Design and Performance of Supported

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Glass Walkways
1.1 This practice addresses elements related to load-bearing glass walkways, glass treads, and glass landings constructed
with laminated glass. This standard includes performance, design, and safe behavior considerations. It addresses the
characteristics unique to glass and laminated glass. Issues that are common to all walkways, such as slip resistance, are
addressed in existing referenced ... More

ASTM E1557-09 Standard Classification for Building Elements and Related

Active Standard(Latest Version) Sitework UNIFORMAT II

1.1 This standard establishes a classification of building elements and related sitework. Elements, as defined here, are major
components common to most buildings. Elements usually perform a given function, regardless of the design specification,
construction method, or materials used. The classification serves as a consistent reference for analysis, evaluation, and
monitoring during the ... More

ASTM E1331-09 Standard Test Method for Reflectance Factor and Color by
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Spectrophotometry Using Hemispherical Geometry
1.1 This test method describes the instrumental measurement of the reflection properties and color of object-color specimens
by the use of a spectrophotometer or spectrocolorimeter with a hemispherical optical measuring system, such as an
integrating sphere. 1.2 The test method is suitable for use with most object-color specimens. However, it should not be used
for retroreflective specimens or ... More

ASTM E1347-06(2011) Standard Test Method for Color and Color-Difference

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Measurement by Tristimulus Colorimetry
1.1 This test method covers the instrumental measurement of specimens resulting in color coordinates and color difference
values by using a tristimulus colorimeter, also known as a tristimulus filter colorimeter or a color-difference meter. 1.2
Provision is made in this test method for the measurement of color coordinates and color differences by reflected or
transmitted light using either a ... More

ASTM E2466-06(2011) Standard Test Method for Colorimetry of Teeth Using

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Digital Still Camera Technology
1.1 This test method covers the procedure, instrumental requirements, standardization procedures, material standards,
measurement procedures, and parameters necessary to make precise measurements of in-vivo tooth color and tooth
whiteness. In particular it is meant to measure the color of teeth in selected human subjects. 1.2 Digital images are used to
evaluate tooth color of both posterior ... More

ASTM D7338-10 Standard Guide for Assessment Of Fungal Growth in

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Buildings
1.1 This guide provides a compendium of information and a menu of options for assessment of fungal growth in buildings, but
does not recommend a specific course of action. Due to the wide variety of fungal problems affecting buildings and their
occupants, and the wide variety of buildings, it is not possible to describe a set of uniform steps that will always be performed
during an assessment ... More

ASTM E2257-08 Standard Test Method for Room Fire Test of Wall and
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Ceiling Materials and Assemblies
1.1 This is a fire-test-response standard. 1.2 This test method is intended to evaluate, under specified fire-exposure
conditions, the contribution to room fire growth provided by wall or ceiling materials and assemblies, or both. The method is
not intended to evaluate the fire endurance of assemblies or fires originating in the wall assembly. The method provides a
means to evaluate the ... More

ASTM E2128-12 Standard Guide for Evaluating Water Leakage of Building

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1.1 This guide describes methods for determining and evaluating causes of water leakage of exterior walls. For this purpose,
water penetration is considered leakage, and therefore problematic, if it exceeds the planned resistance or temporary
retention and drainage capacity of the wall, is causing or is likely to cause premature deterioration of a building or its contents,
or is adversely ... More

ASTM C1401-09a Standard Guide for Structural Sealant Glazing

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1.1 Structural sealant glazing, hereinafter referred to as SSG, is an application where
a sealant not only can function as a barrier against the passage of air and water through a building envelope, but also
primarily provides structural support and attachment of glazing or other components to a window, curtain wall, or other
framing system. 1.2 This guide provides information useful to design ... More

ASTM E662-12a Standard Test Method for Specific Optical Density of Smoke
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Generated by Solid Materials
1.1 This fire-test-response standard covers determination of the specific optical density of smoke generated by solid materials
and assemblies mounted in the vertical position in thicknesses up to and including 1 in. (25.4 mm). 1.2 Measurement is made
of the attenuation of a light beam by smoke (suspended solid or liquid particles) accumulating within a closed chamber due to
nonflaming ... More

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