Painting and fireproofing is a vast topic with regional influences. We will identify the problems and pitfalls to be aware of when detailing painted steel and/or fireproofed steel. This book explains different types of paint for structural steel when it is used, and how. We will then move into the types of fireproofing. This book will provide insight for detailers on the following painting and fireproofing issues with regards to structural steel detailing:
- Types of paint,
- Types of fireproofing,
- Examples,
- Identifying pitfalls,
- When different types are used,
- Common detailing terminology,
- Engineering details,
- Bidding concerns,
- Detailing information.
