ASTM C1185 test for flexural fiber-cement flat sheet shingles clapboards cover sampling and testing of non-asbestos fiber-cement flat sheets, roofing shingles, siding shingles, and clapboards. ASTM C1185 specifies that these products may be smooth or surface textured. The ASTM C1185 test methods are utilized in evaluating products cited in Specifications C 1186, C 1225, C 1288, and C 1325. In addition to the ASTM C1185 test for flexural fiber-cement flat sheet shingles clapboards, the following test methods shall be performed: acceptable quality level; flexural strength; density; dimensional measurements; moisture movement; water absorption; moisture content; water tightness; freeze/thaw for cladding products; warm water; heat/rain
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