Decorative Beams, Panels, Truss Systems, Mantels, and Column Covers

Adding wood, stone, or masonry accents can dramatically change the look of a space, but time, cost, or even structural requirements can interfere. This course reviews the use of realistic, lightweight, cost-effective, and easy-to-install options for decorative faux elements. The performance, design options, and installation of high-density polyurethane panels, beams, truss systems, mantels, and column covers are examined.

Upon completion of this course, the Learner should be able to:

• Summarize the design advantages as well as the aesthetic and cost benefits of utilizing high-density polyurethane faux panels, beams, truss systems, mantels, and column covers.
• Justify using high-density, closed-cell polyurethane products as valid alternatives to wood, brick, and stone products and discuss their resistance to weathering, termites and carpenter ants, and mold.
• List suitable applications for faux products, noting that different products have different fire ratings and that products with Class A fire ratings can be used in accordance with national building codes, NFPA, and regional/local fire codes.
• Outline the installation processes for faux panels, beams, column covers, and other products that ensure the safety of the installer and subsequent building users and occupants.

Approximately 1 hour. Delivered via webinar or face-to-face presentation. Available sessions shown below.

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This course is registered with: 3 Industry Association(s)

Industry Association(s)

American Institute of Architects (AIA)

Course Number/ID: BD002

Approval ID: BD002

AIA/CES Learning units: 1

AIA approved course. This course qualifies for 1.0 LU Hour.

AEC Daily reports Learning Units on members' behalf.

Decorator and Designers Association (DDA)

Course Number/ID: CEU-116312-R2

Approval ID: CEU-116312-R2

CEUs: 1

Members must self-report CEUs to DDA.

DDA will accept all IDCEC-approved courses.

International Design Continuing Education Council Inc. (IDCEC)

Course Number/ID: CEU-116312-R2

Approval ID: CEU-116312-R2

CEUs: 1

This CEU is registered with the International Design Continuing Education Council Inc. (IDCEC) for continuing education credits. This credit will be accepted by the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID), International Interior Designers Association (IIDA) and Interior Designers of Canada (IDC). The content included is not deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by IDCEC of any material or construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing or dealing in any material or product. Questions related to specific materials, methods and services should be directed to the instructor or provider. This program is registered for CEUs (continuing education credits).

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