Elements and Performance Criteria
- Select and adapt the design
- Applicable legislative, OHS and organisational requirements relevant to timber flooring design are verified and complied with
- Client design concept is matched with available custom designs and the preferred design selected
- Design concept is adapted to suit the dimensions of the floor area
- Scale representations of the design application are prepared
- Select the timber
- Budget and availability constraints are used to identify realistic timber options
- Timber options are analysed on the basis of durability, longevity, aesthetics, manufacturer recommendations and client expectations
- Most appropriate timber options are selected and incorporated into the job specification
- Select the finishing technique and materials
- Effects of finishing materials on the final appearance of the design are identified and analysed
- Effects of the finishing techniques on the final appearance of the design are identified
- Finishing techniques and materials which best complement the design aesthetics are selected and incorporated into the job specification
- Finalise the job specification