# Aesthetic Deviation in Division 06 Wood, Plastics, and Composites submittals

> Source: https://deviationcheck.com/divisions/06-wood-plastics-composites/aesthetic-deviation/

A visible attribute (color, finish, texture, profile) differs from the spec or the architect-approved sample.

## What to look for in Division 06 Wood, Plastics, and Composites

Applies primarily to architectural woodwork and exposed structural wood:
- AWI quality grade mismatch (Custom specified, Economy submitted)
- Wood species or veneer species differs from spec (white oak vs red oak, rift-sawn vs plain-sawn)
- Stain color or finish type mismatch (lacquer vs conversion varnish vs polyurethane)
- Veneer matching method differs (book match vs slip match vs random match)
- Exposed glulam appearance grade (Industrial, Architectural, Premium) below spec
- Exposed fastener heads where concealed fastening was specified
- Panel core type affecting visible edge quality (MDF vs particleboard vs veneer core)
- Plastic laminate pattern, color, or texture does not match spec selections

## Severity

Default grade: Fix and Resubmit. Owner-sensitive; the PM confirms against the approved sample before accepting.