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JW Marriott Residences

United StatesUnited StatesCompany Name: Wal-Mark Contracting Group, LLC.

Project description

Constructed on the white-sand beaches of Clearwater, Florida, the JW Marriott Residences is a 15 story tower with 36 vacation spaces each with an unobstructed view of the Gulf of Mexico, on top of full amenity hotel with 162 rooms. These vacation residences are available in 1, 2, and 3 bedroom configurations and come with a full range of amenities. One of the key challenges during construction was the design of the multi-tiered ballroom ceiling, which required specific acoustics. CertainTeed’s Technical Team was able to support the contractor by suggesting the use of SilentFX® QuickCut™ drywall in a redesign to the isolated ceiling system while maintaining STC and IIC ratings. The use of CertainTeed’s products helped save time and money for the contractor while also keeping up with a very aggressive schedule.

Main information

Building size

41 806 m²

Building purpose / type

New Private
Appartment

Architect name

Baker Barrios

Contractor

Company name: Wal-Mark Contracting Group, LLC.

Main Representative: Mr. Andrew Wilbert, Sr. Project Manager

Specialties: Interior & Exterior Finishes in Commercial Construction, Exterior Panelization Systems, Drywall & Shaftwall systems, EIFS Stucco/Veneer/Plaster, Firestopping

Founded in: 1985

Biography: Wal-Mark Contracting Group, LLC. has earned a reputation for uncompromising quality and value.  In the last decade, Wal-Mark has expanded its offices from servicing the Tampa area to include Orlando and Sarasota, FL.  They specialize in commercial construction in the healthcare, education, retail. and hospitality segments.

Contractor: Andrew Wilbert, Sr. Project Manager

Key Challenges

  • Aggressive schedule.

  • Building Material Shortages.

  • Redesigns of certain ceilings to maintain stringent STC and IIC ratings.

  • Labor Shortages due to COVID.

Key Achievements

  • Multi-Tiered Isolated Ballroom Ceiling Features.

  • Strong Partnership with CertainTeed Technical Team to help thru design challenges.

  • Use of CertainTeed InsulPure® Insulation batts to save time on labor and money on material costs.

Saint-Gobain products & systems

Benefits
Moisture resistance
5/8” GLASROC ® TYPE X SHEATHING / 5/8” M2TECH ® TYPE X DRYWALL / 1” GLASROC ® TYPE X SHAFTLINER / 1” M2TECH ® TYPE X SHAFTLINER / 5/8” GLASROC ® TYPE X TILE BACKER
Fire protection
5/8” GLASROC ® TYPE X SHEATHING / 5/8” M2TECH ® TYPE X DRYWALL / 1” GLASROC ® TYPE X SHAFTLINER / 1” M2TECH ® TYPE X SHAFTLINER / 5/8” TYPE X DRYWALL
High adhesion
5/8” GLASROC ® TYPE X TILE BACKER
Recycling certified
5/8” TYPE X DRYWALL
Acoustic control
5/8” SILENTFX ® QUICKCUT ™ DRYWALL
Impact resistant
5/8” SILENTFX ® QUICKCUT ™ DRYWALL
Indoor air quality
INSULPURE® FIBERGLASS INSULATION
Energy efficiency
INSULPURE® FIBERGLASS INSULATION

Saint-Gobain Team

Benjamin Cupp, Territory Manager, Gypsum-FL