Table G-15: Thermal Mass Coverings and Associated Categories
Category 1: Acceptable as Exposed Mass in any Location
Category 2: Acceptable as Exposed Mass only in Kitchens, Dining Areas which are extensions to
Kitchens, Pantries, Bathrooms, Laundry Rooms, Service Porches and/or Entries.
| Covering Surface | Category |
|---|---|
| Brick | 1 |
| Concrete, Exposed Aggregate | 1 |
| Concrete, Painted and/or Polished | 2 |
| Concrete, Stamped | 1 |
| Concrete, Unfinished | 2 |
| Hardwood Veneer (w/o sleepers) | 1 |
| Resin-based Poured Flooring | 2 |
| Stone or Stone Veneer | 1 |
| Sheet Vinyl | 2 |
| Tile, Asphalt | 2 |
| Tile, Ceramic | 1 |
| Tile, Terrazzo | 1 |
| Tile, Vinyl | 2 |
| Tile, Vinyl-Asbestos | 2 |
| Other Masonry Materials with Permanent Finishes Similar to Those Specified in Category 1 and Acceptable to the Building Official. |
1 |