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3.6.1.3.1 Paint is the preferred finish for wall surfaces. The
paints used in the facility should be high quality, durable and
easily cleaned. Epoxy paint should be used in wet areas such as
toilet rooms.
3.6.1.3.2 Ceramic tile is used on the walls of toilet and shower
rooms for durability, cleanability and resistance to stains.
3.6.1.3.3 For areas where enhanced appearance is desired,
such as conference rooms and command suites, vinyl
wallcovering or paneling should be considered.
3.6.1.3.4 Horizontal or vertical blinds are provided for most
windows. Room-darkening shades are required in classrooms,
conference rooms, and other areas where A/V equipment might
be used.
3.6.2 Furniture
3.6.2.1
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\ Furniture for AR projects is normally provided by
Federal Prison Industries (FPI)/UNICOR, but some projects
are implemented under the UNICOR Select Furniture
Program, which allows for choices among GSA furniture
vendors. The designer must verify with the Louisville Distrcit
Corps of Engineers whether UNICOR furniture will be used,
and, if not, may be required to perform a competition study to
identify GSA vendors for the project. The same GSA vendor
will provide all panel- based system furniture and metal desk
based furniture. In projects with GSA furniture, som UNICOR
products, such as seating, may also be used. Incidental items
such as wall-mounted coat racks or coat trees may be provided
by open-market vendors./1/
3.6.2.2
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\ The majority of the furniture in AR facilities is
administrative, and will be either freestanding metal desk-based
furniture or panelbased system furniture. The AR has
determined that suspended pedestals will not be used. Furniture
should be coordinated with the Tenants so that it supports the
intended functions and equipment.
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3.6.2.2.1 Freestanding metal desk-based furniture is used in the
private and shared offices. The desk-based furniture will be
capable of structurally supporting overhead desk storage. AR
has selected freestanding metal desk-based furniture for offices
for its greater flexibility and minimal effort when changes are
required.
UFC 4-171-05
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