This page documents a guidelines in the MaterialWiki project. It is a generally accepted standard that all editors should follow. However, it is not set in stone and should be treated with common sense and the occasional exception. When editing this page, ensure that your revision reflects consensus. When in doubt, discuss first on the talk page.

Current research guidelines

Review the current research guidelines here.

ARCHIVE: 01/2008 - 09/2010

Material Research Guidelines

For each material within this project, contributors should include material analysis, structural data, environmental impact, historic information, typical uses, and photographs when available. Contributers may also generate 2D and 3D diagrams/drawings of the material and its use in construction. The contribute material template code (above) will copy the required information into a new material for you.

• Material analysis
  • Traditional uses
  • Emerging uses / trends
  • Finish and aesthetic qualities
  • Surface forms / shapes
  • Cost analysis
• Material properties
  • Primary structural use
  • Material performance
  • Dimensional and opening restriction
  • Acoustic property
  • Manufacturing process and assembly
• Environment and Life Safety
  • Environmental impact
  • Flammability rating
  • Coefficient of friction
• References
  • Notes
  • Student contributions
• See also
  • Similar materials
  • Building references
• External links
  • Additional resources
  • Leading manufacturers