# Performance Specification Gap in Division 09 Finishes submittals

> Source: https://deviationcheck.com/divisions/09-finishes/performance-specification-gap/

A measurable performance property in the submittal (rating, capacity, tolerance, efficiency) does not meet what the spec requires.

## What to look for in Division 09 Finishes

**Definition.** A measured property of the submitted product fails to meet a spec-required threshold.

**Detection signals.** Spec states a numeric threshold or rated class (Noise Reduction Coefficient at or above X, fire rating Class A, slip resistance at or above Y, abrasion class Z, recycled-content percentage); submittal data sheet shows a value that does not meet the threshold.

**Default severity.** Blocker.

**Example.** Spec: "Noise Reduction Coefficient (NRC) at or above 0.70." Submittal data sheet: NRC = 0.65.

## Severity

Default grade: Blocker. Always a Blocker when the gap touches life-safety or structural performance.