ASTM F822-22

Standard Specification for Chest of Drawers (Chiffonier), Steel, Marine

ABSTRACT
This specification covers the design, dimensional, and performance requirements for the manufacture of marine chests of drawers (chiffoniers) of steel construction to be used in staterooms and other spaces. All material, workmanship, and finish shall be of specified quality in keeping with the best commercial marine practice so as to produce each item suitable for its intended use.
SCOPE
1.1 This specification covers the construction of marine chests of drawers (chiffoniers) of steel construction to be used in staterooms and other spaces.  
1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.  
1.3 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 31-Mar-2022
• ICS: 47.020.80 - Accommodation spaces
• Technical Committee: F25 - Ships and Marine Technology
• Drafting Committee: F25.03 - Outfitting and Deck Machinery

Relations

• Refers: ASTM A1008/A1008M-23 - Standard Specification for Steel, Sheet, Cold-Rolled, Carbon, Structural, High-Strength Low-Alloy, High-Strength Low-Alloy with Improved Formability, Required Hardness, Solution Hardened, and Bake Hardenable
• Effective Date: 01-Nov-2023
• Refers: ASTM A1008/A1008M-23e1 - Standard Specification for Steel, Sheet, Cold-Rolled, Carbon, Structural, High-Strength Low-Alloy, High-Strength Low-Alloy with Improved Formability, Required Hardness, Solution Hardened, and Bake Hardenable
• Effective Date: 01-Nov-2023
• Refers: ASTM A1008/A1008M-18 - Standard Specification for Steel, Sheet, Cold-Rolled, Carbon, Structural, High-Strength Low-Alloy, High-Strength Low-Alloy with Improved Formability, Solution Hardened, and Bake Hardenable
• Effective Date: 01-Sep-2018
• Refers: ASTM A1008/A1008M-16 - Standard Specification for Steel, Sheet, Cold-Rolled, Carbon, Structural, High-Strength Low-Alloy, High-Strength Low-Alloy with Improved Formability, Solution Hardened, and Bake Hardenable
• Effective Date: 01-Sep-2016
• Refers: ASTM A1008/A1008M-15 - Standard Specification for Steel, Sheet, Cold-Rolled, Carbon, Structural, High-Strength Low-Alloy, High-Strength Low-Alloy with Improved Formability, Solution Hardened, and Bake Hardenable
• Effective Date: 01-May-2015
• Refers: ASTM A1008/A1008M-13 - Standard Specification for Steel, Sheet, Cold-Rolled, Carbon, Structural, High-Strength Low-Alloy, High-Strength Low-Alloy with Improved Formability, Solution Hardened, and Bake Hardenable
• Effective Date: 01-Oct-2013
• Refers: ASTM A1008/A1008M-12a - Standard Specification for Steel, Sheet, Cold-Rolled, Carbon, Structural, High-Strength Low-Alloy, High-Strength Low-Alloy with Improved Formability, Solution Hardened, and Bake Hardenable
• Effective Date: 01-Nov-2012
• Refers: ASTM D907-12a - Standard Terminology of Adhesives
• Effective Date: 01-Jul-2012
• Refers: ASTM D907-12 - Standard Terminology of Adhesives
• Effective Date: 01-May-2012
• Refers: ASTM A1008/A1008M-12 - Standard Specification for Steel, Sheet, Cold-Rolled, Carbon, Structural, High-Strength Low-Alloy, High-Strength Low-Alloy with Improved Formability, Solution Hardened, and Bake Hardenable
• Effective Date: 01-Mar-2012
• Refers: ASTM D907-11a - Standard Terminology of Adhesives
• Effective Date: 01-Dec-2011
• Refers: ASTM A1008/A1008M-11 - Standard Specification for Steel, Sheet, Cold-Rolled, Carbon, Structural, High-Strength Low-Alloy, High-Strength Low-Alloy with Improved Formability, Solution Hardened, and Bake Hardenable
• Effective Date: 01-Apr-2011
• Refers: ASTM D907-11 - Standard Terminology of Adhesives
• Effective Date: 01-Jan-2011
• Refers: ASTM A1008/A1008M-10 - Standard Specification for Steel, Sheet, Cold-Rolled, Carbon, Structural, High-Strength Low-Alloy, High-Strength Low-Alloy with Improved Formability, Solution Hardened, and Bake Hardenable
• Effective Date: 01-Apr-2010
• Refers: ASTM F826-94(2010) - Standard Specification for Tops, Furniture, Marine, Steel
• Effective Date: 01-Mar-2010

Overview

ASTM F822-22: Standard Specification for Chest of Drawers (Chiffonier), Steel, Marine outlines the essential requirements for the design, materials, construction, and performance of steel marine chests of drawers. These units, also known as chiffoniers, are specifically intended for use in staterooms and other spaces aboard marine vessels. The standard ensures that marine furniture delivers reliable performance, safety, durability, and quality suitable for its demanding environment.

Key Topics

• Design & Construction
  Defines the requirements for steel construction, including minimum thicknesses and joining methods, to ensure strength, stability, and longevity in marine settings.

• Dimensions & Tolerances
  Specifies key dimensions and allowable tolerances for all major components to ensure compatibility and fit within standard marine stateroom layouts.

• Materials & Finishes
  Details the specifications for sheet metal, painting, finishing, and coatings to protect against corrosion and wear in marine environments.

• Performance & Quality Assurance
  Covers performance testing, sound-deadening materials, security features, and inspections to verify each chest of drawers meets functional and quality expectations.

• Customization & Options
  Allows purchasers to specify preferences for color, drawer lock configurations, top materials, and additional security features.

Applications

The ASTM F822-22 standard is essential for anyone involved in the design, manufacturing, or procurement of marine furniture, specifically chest of drawers (chiffoniers), for ships and offshore platforms. Its practical value includes:

• Maritime Vessel Accommodation
  Ensures safe, secure, and functional storage in ship staterooms, enhancing crew comfort and safety.

• Offshore Facilities
  Provides robust storage solutions for modular accommodation units in offshore oil and gas installations and maritime service vessels.

• Marine Interiors Contracting
  Supports naval architects, shipbuilders, and marine outfitting companies in delivering compliant, high-quality interiors that meet international standards.

• Procurement and Specification
  Enables shipowners, operators, and purchasing departments to specify exact requirements, ensuring consistent quality and simplifying purchasing decisions for marine furnishings.

Related Standards

For comprehensive marine furniture compliance, refer to the following ASTM and industry standards:

• ASTM F825 - Specification for Drawers, Furniture, Marine, Steel
  Addresses the construction and security features for drawers used in marine environments.

• ASTM F826 - Specification for Tops, Furniture, Marine, Steel
  Covers design and materials for furniture tops, providing guidance on compatible top options for chests of drawers.

• AISC Wire and Sheet Metal Gauges
  Reference for standard gauge sizes used in steel fabrication.

• ASTM D907 - Terminology of Adhesives
  Defines adhesive types and terms used in the joining of marine furniture components.

By adhering to ASTM F822-22 and its related standards, stakeholders can ensure that marine chests of drawers deliver lasting performance, safety, and comfort in demanding marine environments. This standard is a key resource for advancing the quality, consistency, and international competitiveness of marine outfitting solutions.

Keywords: ASTM F822-22, marine chest of drawers, chiffonier, steel marine furniture, stateroom storage, marine outfitting, ship furniture standards, maritime accommodation, marine interior specifications.

Standards Content (Sample)

This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
Designation: F822 −22 An American National Standard
Standard Specification for
Chest of Drawers (Chiffonier), Steel, Marine
ThisstandardisissuedunderthefixeddesignationF822;thenumberimmediatelyfollowingthedesignationindicatestheyearoforiginal
adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision.Anumber in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval.Asuperscript
epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope 3.1.1 chest of drawers (chiffonier)—a chest of drawers with
four drawers. All four drawers may be of the same size.
1.1 This specification covers the construction of marine
chests of drawers (chiffoniers) of steel construction to be used
4. Ordering Information
in staterooms and other spaces.
4.1 Orders for items purchased under this specification shall
1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded
include the following information:
as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical
4.1.1 Quantity.
conversions to SI units that are provided for information only
4.1.2 Paint:
and are not considered standard.
4.1.2.1 Color—Purchaser shall pick from manufacturer’s
1.3 This international standard was developed in accor-
samples or submit sample chip of color desired.
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-
4.1.2.2 Manufacturer’s standard baked enamel will be fur-
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
nished unless otherwise required and indicated by the pur-
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom-
chaser.
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
4.1.3 Options for Tops:
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
4.1.3.1 Unless otherwise specified in the ordering
documents, the top supplied by the furniture manufacturer may
2. Referenced Documents
be, at his option, Type I, II, III, or IV in accordance with
Specification F826.
2.1 ASTM Standards:
4.1.3.2 Color or pattern of top covering material shall be
A1008/A1008M Specification for Steel, Sheet, Cold-Rolled,
specified.
Carbon, Structural, High-Strength Low-Alloy, High-
4.1.4 Options for Drawers:
Strength Low-Alloy with Improved Formability, Required
4.1.4.1 Padlock eyes shall be furnished on each drawer
Hardness, Solution Hardened, and Bake Hardenable
when specified in ordering documents. This security device is
D907 Terminology of Adhesives
normally used in crew living spaces.
F825 Specification for Drawers, Furniture, Marine, Steel
4.1.4.2 Drawer locks shall be furnished when specified in
F826 Specification for Tops, Furniture, Marine, Steel
ordering documents. Master keying of drawer locks will not be
2.2 AISC Manual:
provided unless required and defined by the ordering docu-
AISCWireandSheetMetalGauges EquivalentThicknessin
ments. Instead, each drawer lock will be keyed differently. See
Decimals of an Inch, U.S. Standard Gauge (USSG) for
Specification F825 for lock description.
Uncoated Hot and Cold Rolled Sheets
4.1.4.3 Asecurity panel between the two middle drawers to
provide two secure two-drawer storage areas for two crew
3. Terminology
members is only furnished when specified in ordering docu-
3.1 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:
ments.All four drawers in this type chest will be of same size.
4.1.5 If the total weight of the chest of drawers is required,
it shall be requested by the purchaser.
This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F25 on Ships
and Marine Technology and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee F25.03 on
5. Materials and Manufacture
Outfitting and Deck Machinery.
5.1 For typical design, see Fig. 1.
Current edition approved April 1, 2022. Published April 2022. Originally
approved in 1983. Last previous edition approved in 2017 as F822 – 93 (2017).
5.2 Sheet metal shall be in accordance with Specification
DOI: 10.1520/F0822-22.
A1008/A1008M, commercial quality.
For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or
contact ASTM Customer Service at [e-mail]. For Annual Book of ASTM
5.2.1 Minimum sheet metal thicknesses shall be:
Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on
5.2.1.1 Sides and front rails 0.042 in. (1.06 mm).
the ASTM website.
5.2.1.2 Back 0.032 in. (0.81 mm).
Available from American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC), 130 E.
Randolph St., Suite 2000, Chicago, IL 60601-6219, http://www.aisc.org. 5.2.1.3 Base frame 0.053 in. (1.34 mm).
Copyright © ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959. United States
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NOTE 1—For description of Type I, II, III, and IV tops, see Specification F826.
NOTE 2—For description of drawers, see Specifica
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it may not be technically possible to adequately depict all changes accurately, ASTM recommends that users consult prior editions as appropriate. In all cases only the current version
of the standard as published by ASTM is to be considered the official document.
Designation: F822 − 93 (Reapproved 2017) F822 − 22 An American National Standard
Standard Specification for
Chest of Drawers (Chiffonier), Steel, Marine
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F822; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of original
adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A superscript
epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope
1.1 This specification covers the construction of marine chests of drawers (chiffoniers) of steel construction to be used in
staterooms and other spaces.
1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical
conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.
1.3 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization
established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued
by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
2. Referenced Documents
2.1 ASTM Standards:
A366/A366MA1008/A1008M Specification for Commercial Steel (CS) Sheet, Carbon, (0.15 Maximum Percent) Cold-
RolledSteel, Sheet, Cold-Rolled, Carbon, Structural, High-Strength Low-Alloy, High-Strength Low-Alloy with Improved
Formability, Required Hardness, Solution Hardened, and Bake Hardenable (Withdrawn 2000)
D907 Terminology of Adhesives
F825 Specification for Drawers, Furniture, Marine, Steel
F826 Specification for Tops, Furniture, Marine, Steel
2.2 AISC Manual:
AISC Wire and Sheet Metal Gauges Equivalent Thickness in Decimals of an Inch, U.S. Standard Gauge (USSG) for Uncoated
Hot and Cold Rolled Sheets
3. Terminology
3.1 Definitions of Terms Specific to This Standard:
3.1.1 chest of drawers (chiffonier)—a chest of drawers with four drawers. All four drawers may be of the same size.
4. Ordering Information
4.1 Orders for items purchased under this specification shall include the following information:
This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F25 on Ships and Marine Technology and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee F25.03 on
Outfitting and Deck Machinery.
Current edition approved Jan. 1, 2017April 1, 2022. Published January 2017April 2022. Originally approved in 1983. Last previous edition approved in 20102017 as
F822 – 93 (2017). (2010). DOI: 10.1520/F0822-93R17.10.1520/F0822-22.
For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or contact ASTM Customer Service at [e-mail]. For Annual Book of ASTM Standards
volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on the ASTM website.
Available from American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC), 130 E. Randolph St., Suite 2000, Chicago, IL 60601-6219, http://www.aisc.org.
Copyright © ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959. United States
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4.1.1 Quantity.
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4.1.2 Paint:
4.1.2.1 Color—Purchaser shall pick from manufacturer’s samples or submit sample chip of color desired.
4.1.2.2 Manufacturer’s standard baked enamel will be furnished unless otherwise required and indicated by the purchaser.
4.1.3 Options for Tops:
4.1.3.1 Unless otherwise specified in the ordering documents, the top supplied by the furniture manufacturer may be, at his option,
Type I, II, III, or IV in accordance with Specification F826.
4.1.3.2 Color or pattern of top covering material shall be specified.
4.1.4 Options for Drawers:
4.1.4.1 Padlock eyes shall be furnished on each drawer when specified in ordering documents. This security device is normally
used in crew living spaces.
4.1.4.2 Drawer locks shall be furnished when specified in ordering documents. Master keying of drawer locks will not be provided
unless required and defined by the ordering documents. Instead, each drawer lock will be keyed differently. See Specification F825
for lock description.
4.1.4.3 A security panel between the two middle drawers to provide two secure two-drawer storage areas for two crew members
is only furnished when specified in ordering documents. All four drawers in this type chest will be of same size.
4.1.5 If the total weight of the chest of drawers is required, it shall be requested by the purchaser.
5. Materials and Manufacture
5.1 For typical design, see Fig. 1.
5.2 Sheet metal shall be in accordance with Specification A366/A366MA1008/A1008M, commercial quality.
5.2.1 Minimum sheet metal thicknesses shall be:
5.2.1.1 Sides and front rails 18 USSG (0.0478 in. or 1.2 mm). 0.042 in. (1.06 mm).
5.2.1.2 Back 20 USSG (0.0359 in. or 0.9 mm). 0.032 in. (0.81 mm).
5.2.1.3 Base frame 16 USSG (0.0598 in. or 1.5 mm). 0.053 in. (1.34 mm).
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