099000MSBA Accelerated Repair Program
RK Finn/Ryan Road and Leeds Elementary Schools
Northampton, Massachusetts
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SECTION 09 90 00 - PAINTING
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.01 General Conditions, Supplementary Conditions and applicable parts of Division 1 form a part
of this Specification and the Contractor shall consult them in detail for instructions.
1.02 The Drawings on which this Contract is based are listed in Section 00 86 00.1 and 00 86
00.2. Consult all Drawings, note all conditions that may affect the Work and care for same in
executing this Contract.
1.03 The Work to be performed under this Section shall include furnishing all labor, materials and
equipment required to do all the painting and related Work necessary for the completion of
the operations in accordance with the intent of the Contract Documents.
A. Provide painting and finishing work to include the exterior steel tube frame bell tower and
integral steel tube frame window fenestration as indicated and scheduled on the Drawings
and as specified.
B. Examine Contract Documents to determine full extent of painting and finishing work required.
Materials provided under other Sections that need painting or finishing and are left unfinished
under requirements of other Specification Sections, shall be painted and finished to
completion under work of this Section, unless specifically scheduled herein to be left
unfinished.
C. Preparatory work of materials and surfaces to receive paint beyond that specified to be done
as work of other Sections, shall be included as work of this Section.
D. Provide all scaffolds, staging and rigging required for the work of this section and remove
same when the work is completed. Comply with Division 1 requirements.
E. Include painting of conditions at areas disturbed by all the work of this contract.
1.04 Related Sections
A. Section 02 41 19 Selective Demolition
B. Section 07 53 23 - Roofing
C. Section 07 91 00 - Caulking
D. Section 13 99 00 - Minor Alteration and Repair Work
E. Section 22 00 00, 23 00 00 and 26 00 00: For extent of painting of work cut and patched
under those sections
1.05 References
A. Comply with applicable requirements of the following standards. Where these standards
conflict with other specified requirements, the most restrictive requirements shall govern.
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1. Federal Specifications (Fed. Spec.):
TT-D-65 Drier; Paint, Liquid
TT-T-801 Turpentine, Gum spirits, Steam Distilled,Sulfate Wood, and
Destructively Distilled
2. Steel Structures Painting Council (SSPC):
SP1 Solvent Cleaning
SP2 Hand Tool Cleaning
SP3 Power Tool Cleaning
SP6 Commercial Blast Cleaning
1.06 Submittals
A. Submit the following in accordance with Section 01300:
1. Product Data: Submit manufacturer’s printed product data, specifications, use
limitations and recommendations for each material used. Provide certifications that
materials and systems comply with specified requirements.
2. Initial Color Selection Samples: submit manufacturer’s standard color charts or chips
showing complete range of colors, textures, and finishes available for each paint
system used.
3. Verification Samples: After initial selection of colors, submit representative samples of
each paint system color that is to be exposed in the completed work. Show full color
ranges and finish variations expected. Provide texture to simulate actual conditions.
Define each separate coat, including block fillers and primers. Resubmit samples until
required sheen, color, and texture have been approved. Provide samples as follows:
a) Paint Samples for Smooth Surfaces: Provide samples of painted finishes on
gypsum drywall or Masonite board having minimum size of 144 sq. in.
b) Paint Samples for Concrete Masonry Units: Provide samples of painted finishes
on actual concrete masonry units having minimum size of 4 in. x 8 in.
c) Stained or Natural Finished Wood: Provide samples of stained or natural
finished wood on actual samples of wood to be used in the completed work.
1.07 Quality Assurance
A. Source: Provide primers and undercoat paint produced by same manufacturer of finish coats
for each substrate.
B. Coordination: Review other Specification Sections where primers are provided to ensure
compatibility with finish coatings provided under this Section.
1.10 Tests
A. The Owner may employ an independent testing agency to perform tests, evaluations, and
certifications of products used. Cooperate and permit samples of materials to be taken as
they are used.
1.11 Project Conditions
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A. Weather, Temperature, and Humidity: Perform work only when existing and forecasted
weather conditions fall within limits established by manufacturers of materials used.
1. Indoor temperature: Maintain indoor temperature at 65F during application and drying
of paints.
2. Outdoor Temperature and Conditions: Air and surface temperature shall be between
50F and 90F. Surfaces shall be dry within limits of finish system manufacturer.
3. Do not paint exterior surfaces while surfaces are exposed to the hot sun.
B. Substrates: Proceed with work only when substrate construction and penetration work is
complete.
C. Lighting: Since lighting conditions can alter appearances of finish painting work, perform
work of this Section under lighting conditions simulating permanent lighting system to the
greatest extent possible.
1.12 Product, Delivery, Storage and Handling
A. Deliver materials in unopened original containers bearing manufacturer’s labels.
B. Store materials in fully sealed containers, outside the building, preferably in exterior storage
shed, well ventilated, and with a minimum ambient temperature of 45F. Oily rags and waste
must be removed from the building every night, and under no circumstances will be allowed
to accumulate. Each space containing stored paint materials shall be provided with UL
labeled fire extinguisher of suitable type, class, and capacity.
1.13 Protection: This Contractor shall:
A. Abide by local and state regulations in regard to safety and the prevention of or protection
against fire
B. Protect all adjacent surfaces as necessary from damage by paint
C. Not use any plumbing fixture or pipe for the disposal of waste materials. Carry all water
required to the mixing room and dump all waste materials in containers outside the building.
Remove oily rags and other combustible waste materials from the building daily.
D. This Contractor shall be held strictly responsible for any and all damage resulting from his
failure to observe these provisions.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.01 Acceptable Manufacturers
A. High Performance paint Coatings: Provide products of one of the following manufacturers
that meet or exceed specified requirements:
1. Tnemec
2. Dupont
3. Keeler & Long
B. For the purpose of establishing a standard of quality, reference is made to the products of
Pittsburgh Paints (PPG) and Tnemec.
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C. Materials used shall be best grade products of their respective kinds. The Painting Schedule
is based on products of the above named manufacturers. These are specified to establish a
standard of quality and kind of material desired. Provide these products, or equals as
approved by Architect.
D. Assume full responsibility for proper performance of materials, for method of application, and
for compatibility of materials applied over shop coats or other coats previously applied,
including but limited to primers, sealers, preservative treatments, etc. Notwithstanding
specific schedules in this Section, select primers which have been verified to be appropriate
for each of the substrates and finishes encountered.
E. Provide miscellaneous painting materials such as linseed oil, shellac, turpentine, and thinner
of the highest quality.
2.02 Colors
A. Provide colors in accordance with schedule provided by Architect. Tint and match colors to
the satisfaction of Architect. Provide facilities for comparison and adjustment of colors.
2.03 Fillers, Solvents and Miscellaneous Materials
A. Turpentine: Pure gum spirits of turpentine conforming to Fed Spec. TT-T-801.
B. Drier: Conform to Fed. Spec. TT-D-65.
C. Tinting Materials: Best quality, ground in pure boiled linseed oil, limeproof, and non-fading.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.01 Inspection and General Preparation
A. Inspect surfaces to receive finishes to ensure they are in proper condition to receive work
under this Section.
B. Commencing work on any surface will be construed as acceptance of the surface as being
satisfactory to properly receive the work of this Section.
C. Furnish and lay drop cloths in all areas where painting and finishing is being done, to
adequately protect flooring and other work from all damage during the painting work.
D. Remove hardware, accessories, device plates, lighting fixtures, factory finished work, and
similar items; or provide ample in-place protection. Use skilled mechanics for removal,
resetting, and protection.
E. Cleaning: Do not paint over dirt, dust, rust, grease, moisture, or other contaminants
detrimental to the formation of a durable paint finish. Clean surfaces thoroughly prior to
painting in any given area.
F. Touch up bare or abraded spots on surfaces with shop or existing finishes scheduled to be
finished or refinished under this Section. Use same material used for shop coat. Substrate
shall be smooth, free from raised grain; putty sags, cracks, rust, grease, dirt, or other foreign
matter or defect.
G. Incompatible Shop Primers: Remove incompatible shop primers and reprime surfaces, or
provide barrier coats in compliance with finish paint manufacturer’s instructions.
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3.02 Surface Preparation
A. Prepare surfaces to receive work of this Section in strict accordance with manufacturer’s
instructions applicable to each material, condition, and finish.
B. Ferrous Metal: Remove rust, mill scale, and foreign materials. Wire brush or sand damaged
or rusted area to bright metal. Remove grease or dirt with solvents recommended by paint
manufacturer just prior to applying paint.
1. Sand smooth and spot prime welded areas, and areas where prime coat has been
damaged or abraded, using rust inhibitive primer scheduled in this Section.
C. Other Materials: Prepare other materials in strict accordance with recommendations of
manufacturers of materials to be finished, and primers and finishes to be applied.
D. Materials Preparation: Mix and prepare paint materials in accordance with manufacturer’s
printed instructions. Use only thinners approved by paint manufacturer, and only within
recommended limits.
3.03 Application
A. Painting Schedule in this Section lists minimum number of coats required. If specified
minimum number of coats does not completely cover or hide base materials, provide
additional coats required for coverage and uniform finish appearance, without additional cost
to Owner.
B. Apply paint in strict accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. Use applicators and
techniques best suited for substrates and types of materials being applied. No material shall
be thinned in any way except as directed by manufacturer.
C. Apply paints and coatings at coverage rates and dry film thicknesses herein specified or as
recommended by the manufacturer.
D. Additional coats: Provide additional coats necessary to eliminate show through and bleed
through conditions.
E. Drying Time: Allow manufacturer’s recommended drying time between successive coats.
However, allow each coat to thoroughly dry prior to application of subsequent coat.
F. Sanding: Lightly sand finishes between coats using #00 sandpaper.
3.04 Completion
A. Cleaning: At completion of work of this Section, remove paint and varnish spots, and oil,
grease, and other stains caused by this work from exposed surfaces. Leave finished in a
satisfactory condition.
B. At completion of work of this Section, remove masking materials and other debris. Reinstall
or replace fixtures, plates, etc., removed to facilitate application of paint.
C. Retouching: Touch-up and repair applied finishes which, for any reason have been damaged
during construction work. All finished work applied under this Section shall have finished
surfaces as approved by finish material manufacturer.
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D. Final Inspection: Protect painted surfaces against damage until date of Substantial
Completion. Architect will conduct final inspection of painting work. Areas that do not comply
with requirements of these Specifications shall be repainted or retouched to satisfaction of
Architect at no additional cost to Owner.
3.05 Painting Schedule
A. High Performance Coating (HPC)
High Performance Coating of Exterior Surfaces
1. Exterior Steel or Other Non-Ferrous Metals indicated to be painted:
Field Prep: SSPC SP1, Solvent Clean followed by abrading with 60 grit
paper and re-wiped.
One Coat 1. Tnemec “No. 66 Hi-Build Epoxoline” Epoxy
(dry film 2.0 2. Keeler & Long 3200
to 3.0 mils) 3. DuPont 25P
Two Coats 1. Tnemec “No. 73 Endura-Shield III” Acrylic
(dry film 2.0 Polyurethane
to 3.0 mils)2. Keeler & Long N Series
DuPont “Imron” Polyurethane
(dry film to 3.0 mils) Polyurethane
2. Keeler & Long N Series
DuPont “Imron” Polyurethane
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