DPWH Standard Specs for Carpentry
DPWH Standard Specs for Carpentry
STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS
FOR PUBLIC WORKS STRUCTURES
VOLUME III
STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS
FOR PUBLIC WORKS STRUCTURES
1995
VOLUME III
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TABLE OF CONTENT
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DIVISION I - GENERAL ................................................................. 1
PART A - EARTHWORK................................................................. 2
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1028 - Synthetic Adobe. .......................................... 100
1029 - Granatite Washout Finish .............................. 102
1030 - Accoustical Ceiling ........................................ 104
1031 - Accoustical Treatment .................................. 106
1032 - Painting. Varnishing and
Other Related Works ................................ 108
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VOLUME III
Division I - General
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PART A - EARTHWORK
ITEM 800 – CLEARING AND GRUBBING
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PART B - PLAIN AND REINFORCED
CONCRETE WORK
ITEM 900 - REINFORCED CONCRETE
900.1 Description
This Item shall consist of furnishing, placing and finishing concrete in buildings and related
structures, flood control and drainage, ports, and water supply structures in accordance with
this specification and conforming to the lines, grades, and dimension shown on the plans.
900.2.3 Water
Water used in mixing concrete shall conform to the requirement of subsection 311.2.4
under Item 311, Part E, of Volume II, (BlueBook).
Reinforcing steel bars shall conform to the requirements of the following Specifications:
Deformed & Plain Billet Steel Bars for concrete Reinforcement (ASTM A 615)
Bars for concrete Reinforcement AASHTO M 31
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Deformed Rail - Steel and Plain
Bars for Concrete Reinforcement ASTM A 616
Used in making strands for post-tensioning shall be cold- drawn and either stress-
relieved in the case of uncoated strands, or hotdip galvanized in the case of galvanized
strands.
High strength alloy steel bar for post- tensioning shall be proofstressed to 90 % of the
granted tensile strength. After proofstressing, the bars shall conform to the following
minimum properties:
900.2.5 Admixtures
Air-entraining admixtures, if used, shall conform to ASTM C 260.
Water-reducing admixtures, retarding ad- mixtures, water-reducing and retarding
admixtures and water reducing and accelerating admixtures, if used, shall conform to the
requirements of ASTM C 494.
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900.2.6 Storage of Materials
Cement and aggregates shall be stored in such a manner as to prevent their
deterioration or the intrusion of foreign matter. Cement shall be stored, immediately upon
arrival on the site of the work, in substantial, waterproof bodegas, with a floor raised from the
ground sufficiently high to be free from dampness. Aggregates shall be stored in such a
manner as to avoid the inclusion of foreign materials.
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water-cement ratio (or cement content) and compressive strength. The maximum permissible
water-cement ratio for the concrete to be used in the structure shall be that shown by the
curve to produce an average strength to satisfy the requirements of the strength test of
concrete provided that the water-cement ratio shall be no' greater than that required by
concrete quality when concrete that is to be subjected to the freezing temperatures which
weight shall have a water-cement ratio not exceeding 6 gal per bag and it shall contain
entrained air.
Where different materials are to be used for different portions of the work, each
combination shall be evaluated separately.
900.3.5 Consistency
Concrete shall have a consistency such that it will be workable in the required
position. It shall be such a consistency that it will flow around reinforcing steel but individual
particles of the coarse aggregate when isolated shall show a coating or mortar containing its
proportionate amount of sand. The consistency of concrete shall be gauged by the ability of
the equipment to properly placed it and not by the difficulty of mixing water shall be
determined by the Engineer and shall not be varied without his consent. Concrete as dry as it
is practical to place with the equipment specified shall be used.
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900.3.6 Strength Test of Concrete
When strength is a basis for acceptance, each class of concrete shall be represented by
at least five test (10 specimens). Two specimens shall be made for each test at a given age,
and not less than one test shall be made for each 150 cu yd of structural concrete, but there
shall be at least one test for each days concreting. The Building Official may require a
reasonable number of additional tests during the progress of the work. Samples from which
compression test specimens are molded shall be secured in accordance with ASTM C 172.
Specimens made to check the adequacy of the proportions for strength of concrete or as a
basis for acceptance of concrete shall be made and laboratory-cured in accordance with
ASTM C 31. Additional test specimens cured entirely under field conditions may be required
by the Building Official to check the adequacy of curing and protection of the concrete.
Strength tests shall be made in accordance with ASTM C 39.
The age for strength tests shall be 28 days Of, where specified, the earlier age at
which the concrete is to receive its full load or maximum j stress. Additional test may be
made at earlier ages to obtain advance information on the adequacy of strength development
where age-strength
relationships have been established for the materials and proportions used.
1. For structures designed in accordance with the working stress design method of this
chapter, the average of any five consecutive strength tests of the laboratory-cured specimens
representing each class of concrete shall be equal on or greater than the specified strength, fc',
and not more than 20 percent of the strength test shall have values less than that specified.
2. For structures designed in accordance with the ultimate strength design method of
this chapter, and for prestressed structures the average of any three consecutive strength test
of the laboratory, cured specimens representing each class of concrete shall be equal to or
greater than the specified strength, fc' and not more than 10 percent of the strength tests shall
have values less than the specified strength.
When it appears that the laboratory-cured specimens will fail to conform to the
requirements for strength, the Engineer shall have the right to order changes in the concrete
sufficient to increase the strength to meet these requirements. The strengths of the specimens
cured on the job are intended to indicate the adequacy of protection and curing of the
concrete and may be used to determine when the forms may be stripped, shoring removed, or
the structure placed in service. When, in the opinion of the Building Official, the strengths of
the job-cured specimens, the contractor may be required to improve the procedures for
protecting and curing the concrete, or when test of field-cured cylinders indicate deficiencies
in protection and curing, the Engineer may require test in accordance with ASTM
Specification C 42 or order load tests as outlined in the load tests of structures for that portion
of the structure where the questionable concrete has been placed.
1. Twenty four (24) 15 cm. dia. by 30 cm long (6 in. dia. by 12 in. long) cylinders
shall be made in accordance with ASTM C 192, twelve at a compressive strength level of
approximately 210 kilograms per square centimeter (3000 psi) and twelve at approximately
280 kilograms per square centimeter (4000 psi) or 350 kilograms per square centimeter (5000
psi). After 7 days moist curing followed by 21 days drying at 23C (73F) and 50 percent
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relative humidity, eight of the test cylinders at each of the two strength levels shall be tested
for splitting strength and four for compressive strength.
2. The splitting tensile strength shall be determine in accordance with ASTM C 496,
and compressive strength in accordance with ASTM C 39.
The ratio, Fsp, of splitting tensile strength to the square root of compressive strength
shall be obtained by using the average of all 16 splitting tensile test and all 8 compressive
tests.
Minimum Strength, Concrete other than fill, shall have a minimum compressive
strength at 28 days of 140 kilograms per square centimeter (2000 psi).
900.3.8 Batching
Batching shall conform to the requirements of Item 405, Structural Concrete.
The quantity of concrete to be paid shall be the quantity shown in the Bid Schedule,
unless changes in design are made in which case the quantity shown in the Bid Schedule will
be adjusted by the amount of the change for the purpose of payment. No deduction will be
made for the volume occupied by the pipe less than 101 mm (4") in diameter nor for
reinforcing steel. anchors, weepholes or expansion materials.
The accepted quantities of structural concrete completed in place will be paid for at
the contract unit price for cubic meter as indicated on the Bid Schedule.
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Pay Item and Description Unit of measurement
Such prices and payment shall be full compensation for furnishing all materials,
including metal water stops, joints, joint fillers, weep holes, and rock backing and timber
bumpers; for all form and false work; for mixing, placing, furnishing, and curing the
concrete; and for all labor, materials, equipment, tools and incidentals necessary to complete
the item, except that reinforcing steel shall be paid for at the contract unit price per kilogram
for reinforcing steel metal pipes and drains, metal conduits and ducts, and metal expansion
angles shall be paid for as structural steel that when the proposal does not include an item for
structural steel these miscellaneous metal parts shall be paid for as reinforcing steel.
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DIVISION II - BUILDINGS
PART C - FINISHING
ITEM 1000 - TERMITE CONTROL WORK
1000.1 Description
This Item shall consist of furnishing and applying termite control chemicals, including
the use of equipment and tools in performing such operations in accordance with this
Specification.
This type of toxicant shall be specified for drenching soil beneath foundations of
proposed buildings. The concentrate shall be diluted with water in the proportion of 1 liter of
concentrate material to 65 liters of water or as specified by the Manufacturer.
This type of toxicant which comes in ready mixed solution shall be ·1 used as wood
preservative by drenching wood surfaces to the point of run-off.
Before any termite control work is started, thorough examination of the site shall be
undertaken so that the appropriate method of soil poisoning can be applied.
The Contractor shall coordinate with other related trades through the Engineer to
avoid delay that may arise during the different phases of application of the termite control
chemicals.
There are two methods usually adopted in soil poisoning which are as follows:
1. Cordoning. This method is usually adopted when there is no visible evidence of
termite infestation. Trenches in concentric circles, squares or rectangles are dug 150mm to
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220mm wide and at least one meter apart and applied with Type I working [Link] the rate
of 8 liters per linear meter.
2. Drenching. When soil show termite infestation, this method shall be applied. The
building area shall be thoroughly drenched with Type I working solution at the rate of 24
liters per square meter. When Powder Termicide is to be applied to eradicate subterranean
termites, careful application and precaution shall be given considering that this toxicant is
fatal to animal and human lives.
1000.3.2 Application
At the time soil poisoning is to be applied, the soil to be treated shall be in friable
condition with low moisture content so as to allow uniform distribution of the toxicant
agents. Toxicant shall be applied at least twelve (12) hours prior to placement of concrete
which shall be in contact with treated materials.
Treatment of the soil on the exterior sides of the foundation walls, grade beams and
similar structures shall be done prior to final grading and planting or landscaping work to
avoid disturbance of the toxicant barriers by such operations.
Areas to be covered by concrete slab shall be treated before placement of granular fill
used as capillary water barrier at a rate of 12 liters per square meter with Type I working
solution after it has been compacted and set to required elevation. Additional treatment shall
be· applied as follows:
1. In critical areas such as utility openings for pipes, conduits and ducts, apply
additional treatment at the rate of 6 liters per linear meter in a strip 150 mm to 200 mm wide.
2. Along the exterior perimeter of the slab and under expansion joint, at the rate of 2.5
liters per linear meter in a strip 150 mm to 200 mm wide in a shallow trench.
1000.3.4 Guarantee
The contractor shall guarantee the work for one (1) year after final acceptance.
The accepted quantities, measured as prescribed in Section 10 shall be paid for at the
Contract Unit Price for Termite Control Work which price and payment shall be full
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compensation for furnishing and applying termite control chemicals including the use of
equipment and tools, labor and incidentals necessary to complete the work prescribed in this
Item.
1001.1 Description
This Item shall consist of furnishing all materials, equipment and labor for the
complete installation of the storm drainage system to include all piping’s, gutters, canals,
catch basins, junction boxes, hand holes, manholes and other appurtenant structures, and
sewerage system to include all sanitary sewer piping and septic vault where no public sewer
exist, from the building to the point of discharge.
1001.2.1 Materials for storm drainage system shall meet the requirements specified in the
following standard specifications:
Where the covers for catch basins, junction boxes, manholes and canals for
gratings are required same shall be made of wrought iron and of the dimensions as
shown on the Plans.
1001.2.2 Materials for sewerage system shall meet the requirements specified in the
following standard specifications:
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Pig Lead (for securing and sealing joint) ASTM B 29-77
PVC Pipes and Fittings (where called in Plans) ASTM 01784
Solvent Cement (for securing PVC joints) ASTM 02564
Where PVC pipes and fittings are used, joints shall be secured with rubber "0" ring or
solvent cement, as the case maybe.
Oakum for joints in bell and spigot pipes shall be made from hemp fiber, braided or twisted
and oil impregnated free from lumps, dirt and extraneous matter.
Under no circumstances shall pipes shall be laid under water and when the trench
condition or the weather is unsuitable for such work.
a. Bedding. Materials such as sand, sandy soil or any approved material shall be used
to provide a firm foundation of uniform density. The bedding shall have a minimum
thickness equivalent to one-fourth (1/ 4) of the pipe's diameter.
b. Laying of Pipes. Proper facilities shall be provided for lowering and' placing pipes
into trenches in order to preclude damage. Laying of pipes shall start upgrade with the spigot
end of bell-and-spigot pipe, or the tongue end of tongue-and-groove pipe, positioned towards
the direction of the flow. The pipes shall be laid in accordance with the grades and
alignments shown in the Plans.
The spigots or tongues shall be adjusted in bells or grooves to provide uniform space
around joints to receive mortar. Blocking or wedging between spigot and bell or between
tongue and groove to attain proper spacing shall be allowed provided such blocking/wedging
shall not interfere and shall not affect the water tightness of the joint.
c. Bell and Spigot Joint for Drain Pipe. The first pipe shall be properly bedded at the
required grade. Just below the spigot of the first unit,a sufficient space shall be provided for
engaging the bell end of the second pipe.
The spigot shall be carefully cleaned with a wet brush and the upper exterior portion
applied with mortar to such a thickness as to bring the inner surfaces of the abutting pipes
flush and even. The bell end of the second pipe shall be cleaned with a wet brush and
uniformly matched with the spigot of the first pipe so that the sections are closely fitted. After
the second pipe is laid, the remainder of the joint shall be fitted with mortar, and a bead shall
be formed around the outside of the joints with sufficient amount of additional mortar. The
inside of the joints shall be wiped and finished smooth. The mortar bead on the outside shoii
immediately be protected with a cover of wet burlap or wet earth for at least three (3) days for
curing.
d. Tongue and Groove Joint for Concrete Pipe. The first pipe shall be properly
bedded. A shallow excavation shall be made underneath the joint and filled with mortar to
provide a bed second pipe. The tongue end of the first pipe shall be carefully cleaned with
wet brush and soft mortar applied around the upper half of the tongue. After cleaning and
positioning the second pipe close to the first, mortar shall be applied around the lower half of
the groove. With just sufficient thrust, the second pipe shall be brought in close contact with
the first until mortar is squeezed out of the joint. Sufficient mortar shall be used to fill the
joint and to form a bead on the outside.
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e. Mortar for Joint. Mortar shall be a mixture of Portland Cement, sand and water
mixed in the proportion by volume of one part cement to two parts of clean sand with just
sufficient amount of water for plasticity.
f. Leaded Joints of Cast Iron Pipes. Joints of cast iron pipes shall be packed with
braided or twisted oil-impregnated hemp or oakum, properly caulked around the joint. The
packing shall be at least 20mm below the rim of the hub or bell and this space shall be filled
with molten pig lead in one continuous pouring. The "ring" of pig lead formed around the
joint shall be properly caulked by appropriate caulking tools to render the joints watertight.
1001.3.2 Concrete structures. Concrete structures such as catch basins, canal gutters, junction
boxes and manholes for the drainage system, and septic vault for sewerage system, shall be
constructed in accordance with the Plans and Specifications on Concrete Work.
[Link] outlet of the septic vault shall be connected to the street drain or to other
discharge point where no sanitary sewer exists. Connection with the sanitary sewer shall not
be made without the permission of the proper authorities, but shall be made in such a manner
that any and all the service water, as well as house and other liquid wastes, will flow to the
sanitary sewer. Provided, that isolated faucets used exclusively for garden purposes may, in
the discretion of the proper authorities, be allowed not to flow into the sanitary sewer.
b. Clean-outs or rodding holes consisting of cast iron extensions with long sweep
elbow fittings shall be provided at the ends of runs and at every change of directions. Clean-
outs shall be capped with cast brass ferrules with threads and screwed-on removable brass
plugs. Clean-outs extended outside the building and raised to the level of finished grade shall
be terminated with the same cast brass ferrule with brass plug set into a concrete slab shall be
150mm thick and 300mm square, finish flush with grade.
Pipes, culverts, gutters, canals and gratings installed in place and accepted by the
Engineer, shall be measured by the meter along their axes. Catch basins, junction boxes,
manholes and septic vault shall be measured by the number of units constructed and
accepted.
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The quantities as determined in sub-section 1001.4 shall be paid at the contract unit
price for each of the Items which shall constitute full compensation for all materials, labor,
tools and equipment and all other incidentals necessary to complete the Item.
ITEM 1002-PLUMBING
1002.1 Description
This Item shall consist of furnishing all materials, tools, equipment and fixtures
required as shown on the Plans for the satisfactory performance of the entire plumbing
system including installation in accordance with the latest edition of the National Plumbing
Code, and this Specification.
All piping materials, fixtures and appliances fitting accessories whether specifically
mentioned or not but necessary to complete this Item shall be furnished and installed.
a. Pipes and fitting materials shall comply with the specification requirements defined
in PNS/SAO 4-1: 1974. The material description and standards of manufacture are herein
described:
1. Cast Iron - the casting shall be made of gray iron which shall be sound, free from
cracks, sand holes and blow holes. They shall be uniformly low hardness that permits drilling
and cutting by ordinary methods. Pipes and fittings shall be true to pattern and of compact
closed grained structure.
2. Quality of Iron - the iron shall be made by the cupola, air furnace, electric furnace
or other processes which shall be checked by regular chemical and physical control test. The
resultant shall be gray iron of good quality.
3. Manufacture - the pipes shall be made with hub and spigot ends or hub ends only.
All hubs for pipes and fittings shall be provided with held lead grooves and all spigot ends
shall be made with beads or plain if machine cast centrifugally. Plugs shall be wrought or
cast, machined to the dimensions required and shall be free from defects.
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4. Freedom from defects - pipes and fittings shall be true, smooth and cylindrical,
their inner and outer surfaces being as nearly concentric as practicable. They shall be in all
aspects, sound and good casting free from laps, pin holes or other imperiections and shall be
neatly dressed and carefully fettled. The ends shall be finished reasonably square to their
axes.
b. Clean-outs shall be made of heavy cast brass ferrule with counter sunk screw cover
same diameter as the pipe except that they shall not be larger than 100mm diameter.
b. Valves
Valves for water supply shall be bronze body with threaded ends rated 21.0 kgf/cm.
square, All valves shall be gate valves unless otherwise specified. Gate valves shall have
solid wedge body and discs conforming to specification requirements defined in ASTM 8-62.
Globe valves shall have plug type discs with ferrule threaded ends and bronze body.
c. Unions
Unions on ferrous pipe 50mm in diameter and smaller shall be malleable iron.
d. Water Meter
Water meter where required to be furnished by the Contractor shall be of the type
tested and approved by MWSS.
Pipes and fittings for sanitary and potable water lines as approved alternate shall be
Un plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride Pipes and Fittings (UPVC).
Pipes and fittings shall be made of virgin materials conforming to specification
requirements defined in ASTM 0-2241 and PNS 65: 1986. Fittings shall be molded type and
designed for solvent cement joint connection for water lines and rubber O-ring seal joint for
sanitary lines.
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1002.2.5 Plumbing Fixtures and Fittings
All fittings and trimmings for fixtures shall be chromium-plated and polished brass
unless otherwise approved. Exposed traps and supply pipes for fixtures shall be connected to
the roughing in, piping system at the wall unless otherwise indicated on the Plans. Built-in
fixtures shall be watertight with provision of water supply and drainage outlet, fittings and
trap seal. Unless otherwise specified, all plumbing fixtures shall be made of vitreous china
complete with fittings.
[Link] closet shall be vitreous china, free standing toilet combination, round front
bottom outlet symphonic wash down bowl with extended rear self and closed coupled tank
with cover complete with fittings and mounting accessories. Model make and color shall be
submitted for approval prior to delivery at jobsite by the Engineer.
[Link] shall be vitreous china, wall-hung with rear overflow and cast-in soap
dishes, pocket hanger with integral china brackets, complete with twin faucets, supply pipes,
P-trap and mounting accessories. Where indicated on the Plans to be counter top model make
and color shall be approved by the Engineer.
[Link] shall be china vitreous, wall-hung wash-out urinal with extended shields and
integral flush spreader, concealed wall-hanger pockets, 19mm top spud complete with fitting
and mounting accessories. Model make and color shall be approved by the Engineer.
[Link] head and fitting shall be movable, cone type with escutcheon arm
complete with stainless steel shower valve and control lever, all exposed surface to be
chromium finish.
[Link] bars shall be made of tubular stainless steel pipe provided with safety grip
and mounting flange.
[Link] drains shall be made of stainless steel beehive type, measuring 100mm x
100mm, and provided with detachable stainless strainer, expanded metal lath type.
[Link] paper holder shall be vitreous china wall mounted. Color shall reconcile
with the adjacent fixture and facing tiles.
[Link] holder shall be vitreous china wall mounted. Color shall reconcile with the
adjacent tile works.
[Link](s) shall be made of stainless steel for interior use.
[Link]-bib(s) shall be made of bronze cast finish.
[Link] sink shall be made of stainless steel self rimming, single compartment
complete with supply fittings, strainer traps, dual control lever and other accessories.
[Link] sink shall be made of cast iron metal with white porcelain finish with
single compartment, flat rim ledge, 762mm x 533mm complete with supply fittings, strainer,
trap and other accessories.
[Link]-up sink shall be made of cast iron metal with white porcelain finish
measuring 610mm x 610mm complete with supply fittings, strainer, trap and wall mounting
accessories.
d.X-ray developing tank shall be made of cast iron white porcelain finish with
three (3) compartment x-ray processing tank, drain plug, open standing drain, 19mm IPS inlet
spud complete with stand and mounting accessories.
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[Link] bowl(s) shall be vitreous china, wash down squat bowl with integral foot
treads, pail flush type. Color, make and type to be approved by the Engineer.
[Link] traps shall be made of cast bronze with detachable cover and mounting
accessories.
The Contractor shall provide, fit and/or install necessary drains with strainers, where
shown on the Plans. Each drain with strainer shall fit the size of the corresponding downspout
(or roof leader) over which it is to be installed and in conformity with the following schedule:
[Link] drains (for balconies, parapet) shall be made of bronze base with
flashing. Flange threaded outlet and convex with integral flashing clamp bolted to flange.
b."Josam" type drains shall be made of bronze base semi-dome with large free
area,
flashing clamp and integral gravel stopper. To be used at roof decks, canopies, gutters, and
elsewhere indicated on the Plans.
[Link] when encased in concrete, unless otherwise shown on the Plans
shall be polyvinyl chloride (PVC). Whether indicated or specified to be cast iron or
galvanized iron the same shall meet the specification requirement as herein described.
[Link] pipes shall be made of galvanized iron pipe measuring at least 13mm
diameter and spaced 200mm on center.
[Link] grating shall be made of wrought iron metals of design on shop drawings
approved and surfaces to be coated with shop finish.
a. Fire hose cabinets shall be locally available consisting of 38mm diameter valve
hose rack with nipple 30mm rubber lined hose cable with standing 4268 kg/cm
square, nozzle 38mm diameter brass, chromium plated.
b. Fire standpipe system shall consist of risers and hose valves. Pipe shall be extra
strong black iron. Valves to be high grade cast bronze mounted withstanding
79.40 kg. working pressure as indicated on the Plans.
c. Fire extinguisher shall be portable, suitable for Class A, B, C fires, mounted inside
cabinet. Cabinet shall be full flush mounting door with aluminum trim for glass
plate, frame and box shall be made of gauge 14 galvanized iron sheet with white
interior and red exterior baked enamel finish over primer. Cabinet to be wall
mounted and size to be able to accommodate the defined components.
d. Yard hydrant where shown on the Plans shall match the Integrated Fire
Department requirements. Outlet shall be single 63mm diameter gate valves with
chain connected caps.
1002.2.10 Built-in appliances such as urinal trough, lavatory and slope sink shall be made as
indicated on the Plans, exposed surfaces to be tile wainscoating Complete with fitting
accessories required as practiced in this specialty trade.
The Contractor before any installation work is started shall carefully examine the
Plans and shall investigate actual structural and finishing work condition affecting all his
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work. Where actual condition necessitates a rearrangement of the approved pipe layout, the
Contractor shall prepare Plan(s) of the proposed pipe layout for approval by the Engineer.
[Link] cast iron soil and drainage pipes shall be pitch 6mm per 300mm but in no
case flatter than 3mm per 300mm.
[Link] lines shall be supported by well secured length heavy strap hangers.
Vertical lines shall be secured strongly by hooks to the building frame and a suitable brackets
or chairs shall be provided at the floor from which they start.
[Link] main vertical soil and waste stacks shall be extended full size to and above
the roof line to act as vents, except otherwise indicated on the Plans.
[Link] pipes in roof spaces shall be run as close as possible to underside of roof
with horizontal piping pitched down to stacks without forming traps. Vertical vent pipes may
be connected into one main vent riser above the highest vented fixtures.
[Link] an end or circuit vent pipe from any fixtures is connected to a vent line
serving other fixtures, the connections shall be at least 1.20 m above the floor on which the
fixtures are located.
[Link] waste line receiving the discharge from two or more fixtures shall be
provided with end vents unless separate venting of fixtures is noted on the Plans.
[Link] changes in pipe sizes on soil and waste lines shall be made with reducing
fittings or recessed reducers. All changes in directions shall be made by appropriate use of 45
degree wyes, half wyes, long sweep quarter bends or elbows may be used in soil and waste
lines where the change in direction of flow is from the horizontal to the vertical and on the
discharge from waste closets. Where it becomes necessary to use short radius fittings in other
locations the approval of the Engineer shall be obtained prior to installation of the same.
[Link] joints of cast iron pipes in bell and spigot shall be firmly packed with oakum
or hemp and caulked with pig lead at least 25 mm deep.
[Link] at the bottom of each soilstack, wastestack, interior downspout and
where else indicated shall be the same size as the pipe up to and including 102 mm . 152 mm,
for larger pipes.
Cleanouts on floors shall be cast iron ferrule caulked into cast hub and fitted with
cast brass screw plug flush with floor. Cleanouts for threaded pipes snail be installed at the
foot of soil, waste and drain stacks and on each building drain outside the building.
[Link] pipe shall be flashed and made watertight at the roof with ferrule lead sheet.
Flashing shall be turned down into pipes.
[Link] fixtures and place of equipment requiring connection to the drainage
system except fixtures with continuous waste shall be equipped with a trap. Each trap shall be
placed as near to the fixture as possible. Traps installed on threaded pipe shall be recessed
drainage pattern.
[Link] horizontal runs of pipes shall be hung with adjustable wrought iron
pipe hanger spaced not over 3.04 m apart except hub and spigot soil pipe which shall have
hanger spaced not over 1.50 m apart and located near a hub.
[Link] water piping shall be extended to 'all fixtures, outlets, and equipment from the
gate valves installed in the branch near the riser.
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[Link] cold water system shall be installed with a fall towards a main shutoff valve and
drain. Ends of pipes and outlets shall be capped or plugged and left ready for future
connections.
[Link] and Branches
[Link] pipes shall be cut accurately to measurements and shall be worked into place
without springing or forcing. Care shall be taken so as not to weaken the structural portions
of the building.
[Link] piping above the ground shall be run parallel with the lines of the building
unless otherwise indicated on the Plans.
[Link] service pipes, valves and fittings shall be kept at sufficient distance from other
work to permit finished covering not less than 12.5mm from such work or from finished
covering on the different service.
[Link] water piping shall be buried in floors, unless specifically indicated on the Plans
and approved by the Engineer.
[Link] in pipes shall be made with reducing fittings.
d. Drain Cocks
1. Pipe drain indicated on the drawings shall consist of 12 mm globe valve with
renewable disc and installed at low points on the cold water piping so that all piping shall
slope 100 mm in 30.5 m.
1. All pipes shall be reamed before threading. All screw joints shall be made with
graphite and oil or with an approved graphite compound applied to make threads only.
Threads shall be full cut and not more than three threads on the pipe shall remain exposed.
f. Expansion and Contraction of Pipes
Accessible contraction-expansion joints shall be made whenever necessary.
Horizontal runs of pipe over 15m in length shall be anchored to the wall to the
supporting structure about midway on the run to force expansion and contraction
equally toward the ends or as shown on the Plans.
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[Link] bibs shall be made of brass with 12.5 mm inlet threads, hexagon shoulders and
19 mm male.
[Link] fixtures and equipment shall be supported and fastened in a safe and
satisfactory workmanship as practiced.
[Link] fixtures, where required to be wall mounted on concrete or concrete hollow
block wall, fasten with brass expansion bolts. Expansion bolts shall be 6 mm diameter with
20 mm threads to 25 mm into solid concrete, fitted with loose tubing or sleeves of proper
length to acquire extreme rigidity.
[Link] shall be securely anchored and properly flushed into the walls. Inserts
shall be concealed and rigid.
[Link] and nuts shall be horizontal and exposed. It shall be provided with washers
and chromium plate finish.
a. Pipe hangers shall be wrought iron or malleable iron pipe spaced not more than
3m apart for horizontal runs or pipe, except hub and spigot soil pipe which shall have hanger
spaced not over 1.50 m apart located near the hub.
b. Chains, straps perforated turn-buckles or other approved means of adjustment
except the' turn-buckles may be omitted for hangers on sailor waste lines or individual toilet
rooms to maintain stacks when spaced does not permit.
c. Trapeze hangers may be used in lieu of separate hangers on pipe running parallel
to and close to each other.
d. Inserts shall be cast steel and shall be of type to receive a machine bolt or nut
after installation. Insert may be permitted adjustment of the bolts in one horizontal direction
and shall be installed before pouring of concrete.
[Link] iron clamps or collars to support vertical runs of pipe shall be spaced
not more than 6 m apart for as indicated on the Plans.
[Link] to cover exposed pipes passing through floor finished walls or ceiling
shall be fitted with chromium plated cast brass plates or chromium plated cast iron or steel
plates on ferrous pipes.
[Link] shall be large enough to cover and close the hole around the area where
pipes pass. It shall be properly installed to insure permanence.
[Link] areas penetrated by vent pipes shall be rendered watertight by lead sheet
flashing and counter flashing. It shall extend at least 150 mm above the pipe and 300 mm
along the roof.
[Link] installation of fixtures and accessories and until final acceptance, protect
items with strippable plastic or other approved means to maintain fixtures in perfect
conditions.
[Link] exposed metal surfaces shall be polished clean and rigid of grease, dirt or
other foreign materials upon completion.
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[Link] completion, thoroughly clean all fixtures and accessories to leave the work
in polished condition.
All pipes, fittings, traps, fixtures, appurtenances and equipment of the plumbing and
drainage system shall be inspected and approved by the Engineer to insure compliance with
all requirements of all Codes and Regulations referred to in this Specification.
[Link] entire drainage and venting system shall have all necessary openings which
can be plugged to permit the entire system to be filled with water to the level of the highest
stack vent above the roof.
[Link] system shall hold this water for a full 30 minutes during which time there
shall be no drop greater than 102 mm.
[Link] only a portion of the system is to be tested, the test shall be conducted in
the same manner as described for the entire system except that a vertical stack 3.00 m highest
horizontal line to be tested may be installed and filled with water to maintain sufficient
pressure or water pump may be used to supply the required pressure.
[Link] and when the Engineer decides that an additional test is needed, such as an air
to smoke test on the drainage system, the Contractor shall perform such test without any
additional cost.
[Link] completion of the roughing-in and before connecting fixtures the entire cold
water piping system shall be tested at a hydrostatic pressure 1 1/2 times the expected working
pressure in the system during operation and remained tight and leak-proofed.
[Link] piping system is to be concealed the piping system shall be separately in
manner similar to that described for the entire system and in the presence of the Engineer or
his duly designated representative.
a. All defective materials replaced and tested will be repeated until satisfactory
performance is attained.
[Link] material replaced for the satisfactory performance of the system made shall
be at the expense of the Contractor.
[Link] of screwed joints or holes will not be permitted.
1002.3.7.3Disinfection
[Link] entire water distribution system shall be thoroughly flushed and treated with
chlorine before it is operated for public use.
[Link] materials shall be liquid chlorine or hypochlerite and shall be
introduced in a manner approved as practiced or approved by the Engineer into the water
distribution system.
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[Link] a contact period of not less than sixteen hours, the heavenly chlorinated
water shall be flushed from the system with potable water.
[Link] for the water distribution system shall be opened and closed several
times during the 16 hours chlorination treatment is done.
The work done under this Item shall be quantified per length and/or number of units
as provided in the Bill of Quantities, tested and accepted to the satisfaction of the Engineer.
The quantified items, installed in place shall be the basis for payment based from the
unit bid price for which prices and payments shall constitute full compensation including
labor, materials and incidentals necessary to complete this Item.
1003.1 Description
The work under this Item shall consist of furnishing all required materials, fabricated
woodwork, tools, equipment and labor and performing all operations necessary for the
satisfactory completion of all carpentry and joinery works in strict accord with applicable
drawings, details and these Specifications.
1003.2.1 Lumber
Lumber of the different species herein specified for the various parts of the structure
shall be well seasoned, sawn straight, sundried or kilndried and free from defects such as
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loose unsound knots, pitch I~- pockets, sapwood, cracks and other imperfections impairing its
strength, durability and appearance.
Common grade lumber shall be used for light framework for wall partitions,
ceiling joist and nailers.
[Link] (stress grade) for structural member such as post, girders, girts, sleepers door
and window frames set or in contact with concrete or masonry.
[Link] (select grade) for door and window frames set in wooden framework, for
stairs, for roof framing supporting ceramic or cement tiles, for floor joists and other wooden
structural parts.
[Link] (common grade) for roof framing supporting light roofing materials such as
galvanized iron, aluminum or asbestos sheets, for wall framing, ceiling joists, hangers and
nailers.
[Link] (select grade) for doors and windows, facia and base boards, trims,
mouldings, millwork, railings, stairs, cabinet, work, shelvings, flooring and siding.
[Link] (select grade) for stair railings, flooring boards, wall panels base boards,
trims, mouldings, cabinet work, millwork, doors and windows when indicated as such in the
Plans.
[Link] (select grade) for parts of the structure as enumerated under Section 1003.2.1.2
(e), when indicated as such on the Plans.
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Any lumber equally good for the purpose intended may be substituted for the
specified kind subject to the prior approval of the Engineer, provided the substitution shall be
of an equal or better specie acceptable to the Engineer. In case of substitution with better
specie, no additional cost therefore shall be allowed to the contractor.
1003.2.2 Plyboard
Plyboard shall be good grade and made of laminated wood strips of uniform width
and thickness bounded together with water resistant resin glue. The laminated core shall be
finished both faces with select grade tanguile or red lauan veneers not less than 2 mm thick
similarly bonded to the core. The plyboard of not less than 19 mm thick shall be free 'from
defects such as split in veneer, buckling or warping.
1003.2.3 Plywood
Plywood shall conform to the requirements of the Philippine Trade Standards 631-02.
Thickness of a single layer laminae shall not be less than 2 mm. The laminae shall be
superimposed in layers with grains crossing at right angles in successive layers to produce
stiffness. The face veneers shall be rotary cut from select grade timber. The laminae and face
veneers shall be bonded with water resistant resin glue, hot pressed and pressure treated.
Ordinary tanguile or red lauan plywood with good quality face veneers, 6 mm thick shall be
used for double walling and ceiling not exposed to moisture; waterproof or marine plywood
shall be used for ceiling exposed to moisture such as at toilets and eaves, and ceiling to be
finished with acrytex.
1003.2.4 Lawanit
Lawanit, when required per plans, shall be 6 mm thick, tempered or oil impregnated
for moisture/water resistance. Texture of lawanit shall be subject to the approval of the
Engineer.
1003.2.5.2 Glue
Glue shall be from water resistant resins which, upon hardening, shall not dissolve nor
lose its bond or holding power even when soaked with water for extended period.
Glue in powder form be in sealed container and shall be without evidence of lumping
or deterioration in quality.
1003.2.5.3 Fasteners
Nails, screw, belts and straps shall be provided and used where suitable for fixing
carpentry and joinery works. All fasteners shall be brand new and of adequate size to
ensure rigidity of connections.
[Link] of a,dequate size shall be steel wire, diamond-pointed, ribbed shank and bright
finish.
[Link] of adequate size shall be cadnium or brass plated steel with slotted head.
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[Link] screws of adequate size, for anchoring heavy timber framing in concrete or
masonry, shall be galvanized steel.
[Link] and nuts shall be of steel having a yield point of no't less than 245 MPa. Bolts
shall have square heads and provided with standard flat steel washers and hexagonal nuts.
Threads shall conform to American coarse thread series. The threaded portion shall be long
enough such that the nut can be tightened against the bolted members without any need for
blocking. The bolt's threaded end shall be finished smooth for ease of engaging and turning of
the nut.
[Link] iron straps or angles, when required in conjunction with bolts or lag screws
to provide proper anchorage, shall be of the shape and size shown on the Plans.
[Link] shall be stress grade or common grade lumber of the specie specified under
Section.
[Link] carpentry shall be done true to lines, levels and dimensions. It shall be
squared, aligned, plumbed and well fitted at joints.
[Link] and other roof framing shall be assembled, fitted and set to exact location
and slope indicated on the Plans.
[Link], connectors and anchors of appropriate type and number shall be provided
and fitted where necessary.
[Link] members shall not be cut, bored or notched for the passage of conduits or
pipes without prior approval of the Engineer. Members damaged by such cutting or boring
shall be reinforced by means of specifically formed and approved steel plates or shapes,
otherwise, damaged structural members shall be removed and replaced to the satisfaction of
the Engineer.
[Link] framing in contact with concrete or masonry shall be treated with termite-
proofing solution and after drying coated with bituminous paint.
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1003.3.5 Finished Carpentry
Finished carpentry covers works on flooring, siding and ceiling boards, stairs,
cabinets, fabricated woodwork, millwork and trims.
[Link] lumber shall be select grade, free from defects and where exposed in
finished work, shall be selected for color and grain.
[Link] of framing shall be tenoned, mortised or doweled where suitable, closely
fitted and secured with water resistant resins glue. Exterior joints shall be mitered and interior
angles coped.
[Link] shall be fitted allow for contraction or expansion and insure that the
panels remain in place without warping, splitting and opening of joints.
[Link] shall be as specified under Section 1003.2.3 unless otherwise indicated
on the Plans.
[Link] shall be specified under Section 1003.2.4.
[Link] edges of plywood or plywood for cabinets shall be provided with select
grade hardwood strips, rabbetted as necessary, glued in place and secured with finishing
nails. To prevent splitting, hardwood for trims shall be drilled before fastening with nails or
screws.
[Link] woodwork shall be done preferably at the shop. It shall be done true
to details and profiles indicated on the Plans.
Where set against concrete or masonry, woodwork shall be installed when curing
is completed.
h. Exposed wood surfaces shall be free from disfiguring defects such as raised
grains, stains, uneven planning, sanding, tool marks and scratches.
Exposed surfaces shall be machine or hand sanded to an even smooth surface,
ready for finish.
1004.1 Description
This Item shall consist of furnishing and installing all building hardware required to:
(1) ensure rigidity of joints/connections of the different parts of the structure; and (2) equip in
a satisfactory operating condition parts of the structure such as doors, windows, cabinets,
lockers, drawers and other similar operating parts as indicated on the plans and in accordance
with this specifications.
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Door locks appropriate for particular functions shall be of durable construction,
preferably the product of single reputable manufacturer for consistent quality and master
keying.
1004.[Link] Cylindrical lockset for swing wood door shall of sturdy construction and knob
design. The cylindrical case shall be made of steel, zinc coated & dichromate dip. The
knobs, latch, strike· & pin tumbler assembly shall be cast brass or bronze. The spring and
spindle shall be steel, zinc coated. The pins and the key, shall be nickel-silver. The latch,
with a minimum throw of 16mm, shall be retracted by knob from either side except when
the outside knob is locked by key in the outside knob or by the turn push button on the
inside knob.
1004.[Link] Mortise lock for swing door shall have cast bronze latch bolt with steel
compression spring, cast bronze dead bolt with hardened steel inserts, wrought bronze or
brass knobs heavy gauge and cold formed steel operation levers. The pin tumbler
cylindrical assembly shall be cast bronze or brass and fitted with 5 spring pressed nickel
silver pins. Mortise lock used in conjunction with fire exit bolts shall have armored fronts.
1004.[Link] Unit of monolock for swing door shall be factory assembled in one piece, with
knobs and escutcheons attached, ready for installation.
All parts of unit lock shall be non-ferrous metal. Frame shall be one piece cast bronze or
extruded brass, front shall be flat for door 35 mm thick and bevelled for door 45 mm thick,
and latch bolt shall be pivoted swing type with minimum 26 mm throw. Cylinder shall be
extruded brass with 5 spring-pressed pins and keys shall be nickel silver.
1004.[Link] Dead lock for sliding door shall be mortise or surface mounted type to suit
particular application.
1004.[Link].1 Mortise type dead lock shall have cast bronze case, front, latch bolts,
strike and cylinder. Operation of dead bolt shall be by drop handles from either side.
When locked by key from outside, or by thumb knob from inside, drop handle will not
operate the dead bolt.
1004.[Link].2 Surface type deadlock shall have cast bronze case, strike and cylinder.
Interlocking vertical bolt shall be hardened steel operated by key from outside and thumb
turn from inside. Strike shall the angle type. I
1004.[Link] Deadlock for swinging door shall be tubular design with mechanism made of
heavy gauge cold-rolled steel, zinc coated and dischromated. Dead bolt, strike and pin
tumbler cylinder shall be bronze. Dead bolt, with at least 25 mm throw, shall be operated by
key from outside and by thumb from inside.
1004.[Link] Lock for door of emergency/fire exit (panic hardware) shall be cast bronze 'or
brass and heavy duty locking device coupled with a horizontal crossbar. Latch shall be
operated by key from outside and by crossbar from inside. Locking device shall be surface
or mortise type suitable for a particular application. Inactive leaf of double doors or
emergency/fire exit shall be fitted with vertical rod actuated by crossbars, such vertical rod
providing two point locking, bottom and overhead.
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1004.[Link] Lock for drawers and cabinets shall be bronze or brass with latch operated by
key through a pin-tumbler cylinder 22 mm in diameter. Back plate of the lock shall be
provided with four screw holes for mounting.
1004.[Link] Hasplock, when required as indicated on the Plans shall be hinge hasp with
integral padlock. The hinge hasp shall be zinc coated wrought steel, 47.5 mm in width and
100 mm in length when closed. The integral padlock shall be pin tumbler type with solid or
laminated zinc coated wrought steel case with hardened steel shackle securely attached to
the draw bolt.
a. All door closer shall be cast bronze provided with a key valve or cap valve for making
necessary adjustment.
b. The following table shall serve as guide in determining door closer sizes:
1004.2.2.3 Hinge
Hinge unless otherwise indicated on the Plans shall be brass coated wrought iron steel
for interior doors and wrought bronze for exterior doors with non-rising loose steel pins with
button tips and mounting screws of the same materials.
1004.[Link] Barrel bolts shall be of wrought steel brass coated with an attachment of at
least 4-screws.
Door pull and push plate shall be made of stainless steel with concealed attachments.
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1004.[Link] Hook, Bumper and Silencer
Hook, bumper and silencer shall be made of extruded brass or bronze, dull chrome
finish with at least 2 screw attachments.
Furniture and cabinet hardware line piano hinge, invisible hinge, floor pivot hinge,
cabinet door catches, shall be made from extruded brass or bronze with dull chrome finish,
of sizes and type suited for use.
Push plate for metal door shall be made of stainless steel with concealed
attachments.
1004.3.1 Submittals:
The Contractor shall submit all necessary information to the Engineer prior to placing
of order.
1004.3.1.1 Manufacturers data such as catalog for every hardware item to be furnished,
showing all finishes, sizes, catalog numbers and pictures, with all abbreviations fully
explained shall be submitted as general information and reference.
1004.3.1.2 Hardware templates for fabricated doors and windows shall be furnished to
each fabricator to confirm that adequate provision will be done for proper installation of
the hardware.
1004.3.1.3 Operation and maintenance data shall be provided and submitted to the
Owner/DPWH showing all the hardware component part lists and maintenance
instructions for each type supplied including the necessary wrenches of tools required.
1004.3.2.2 All hardware shall be provided with fasteners necessary for the installation
packed in the same container with the Hardware.
Hardware shall be properly stored in a dry and secured place. It shall be protected
from damage at all times prior to and after installation.
1004.3.4Installation of Hardware
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[Link] hardware shall be installed in a neat workmanship manner following the
manufacturers’ instruction manual to fit details as indicated on the Plans.
[Link] as indicated or specified otherwise, fasteners furnished with the hardware
shall be used to fasten hardware in place.
[Link] installation works are completed the hardware shall be protected from paints,
stains, blemishes and other damage until the work are properly turned over and accepted.
[Link] hardware shall be properly checked and adjusted in the presence of the engineer
and all hinges, locks, catches, bolts, pulls, closers and other miscellaneous items shall operate
properly.
[Link] hardware are properly checked and adjusted keys shall be properly identified
with key tags and turned over to the Engineer.
1004.3.5 Keying
Locks shall be keyed in sets and subsets. Where locks are required by the owner to be
keyed alike in one system furnish a total of 4 keys for each set.
1005.1 Description
This Item shall consist of all fabricated steel windows fully equipped with fixing
accessories and locking devices as shown on the Plans and in accordance with this
Specification.
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parallel weathering contacts of not less than 6mm width on all four sides of the ventilator.
Muntins shall be 25mm by 25mm rolled-tee sections. All members to be used shall conform
to the specification requirements of ASTM A "505. The frame member shall afford not less
than 16mm continuous anchorage to surrounding masonry. Unless otherwise specified/or
indicated on Plan as residential casement, special size of section shall be used.
a. Roto Type: Each ventilator shall be hung on two heavy hot rolled steel of the
extension type, welded to both frame and ventilator. Hinged design shall provide ferrous to
non ferrous to non ferrous contacts between all movable surfaces. Hardware shall control
ventilator independently of the screen and shall consist of a polished bronze locking handle
and worn drive operator. Provide however that roto hardware shall not be used on any
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ventilator, the size of which exceeds 1 square meter in area. Ventilators over 150 mm in
height shall have three (3) hinges and double locking device.
b. Simplex-Type: Hinges shall be of extension friction type with bronze friction
washers and rust proofed steel acorn-nuts. Hinged design shall provide ferrous to non ferrous
contacts between all movable surfaces. Hinges shall be welded to both frame and ventilator.
c. Polished bronze locking handle and strike shall be furnished for ventilator 500 mm
and under in height, two point locking devices and three (3) hinges for ventilators over 500
mm in height. Sill adjuster shall be provided for ventilator over 1000 mm square meter in
area.
Each ventilator shall be balanced on two heavy steel arms riveted to ventilator -and
frame. Rivet holes in arms shall be bronze bushed. Uniform tension to hold ventilator in open
position shall be obtained by two heavy bronze, sliding friction shoes with adjustable
compression springs enclosed in bronze housing attached to the ventilator top rail member.
The window frame member shall act as a guide for the friction shoe. Hardware shall consist
of polished bronze pole hook ring, cam handle and strike for outward projecting ventilators.
Polished bronze, pole operated spring latches, shall be substituted for locking handles on
outward projecting ventilator, out of each floor, polished bronze, cord operated, spring
latches for inward projecting vents not within reach of floor provided with double line of best
quality sash cord 5 mm to 6 mm in diameter extending to 762 mm above floor. Polished
bronze, under screen push bar working through the member to be furnished for outward
projecting ventilator when so indicated on Plans or drawings.
1005.3.3 Installation
All steel windows shall be set plumb and true in openings. The joints between the
window frame and masonry shall be carefully caulked. Contacts between windows or doors
and adjacent steel including mullions shall be sealed with mastic furnished and applied by the
Contractor. Windows shall be designed for glazing from the outside with spring wire glazing
clips and glazing putty.
Mullions and anchors shall be manufacturer's standard, vertical mullions, anchors and
bolts for attaching shall be furnished where required.
Adequate anchorage shall be provided to ensure firm installation.
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All windows shall be given a coating of gray metallic paint applied to all surfaces as
paint base for prevention of corrosion. Prior to application of paint primer the steel sections
shall be cleaned of rust, oil, grease and other foreign matter.
1006.1 Description
This Item shall consist of furnishing and installing all fabricated steel doors and
frames equipped with fixing accessories and locking devices in accordance with the Plans
and/or shop drawings and as herein specified.
a. Hollow steel doors shall be custom built of size and details as indicated on the
Plans and/or shop drawings. Cladding of doors shall be flush or louver type. Doors shall be
44 mm thick, side hinged or overhead· hung, as called for on the Plans.
b. Flush doors shall be constructed from two outer steel sheets not lighter than gauge
20, with edges welded and finished flush. The outer face sheets shall be reinforced with
gauge 24 vertical channels or interlocking zee members. Sound insulation fillers of cork
fiberboard, mineral wool board or asbestos shall be placed full height in spaces between
reinforcing channels. Doors shall have smooth, flush surfaces without any visible joints or
seams on exposed faces or stile edges except around glazed or louvered pane inserts. Top and
bottom frame of doors shall have continuous reinforcing channels welded to face sheets. The
channel for exterior doors shall be inverted type, not lighter than gauge 16, constructed to
form a weather seal. Glazed opening shall be provided where indicated and molding around
glazed openings shall not be lighter than gauge 20 metal.
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1006.2.2 Grille doors shall be of flat, square or round bars (wrought iron) as indicated on the
Plans framed on galvanized black iron pipe or flat wrought iron bars, of the design shown on
the Plans.
1006.2.3 Tubular steel frames shall be machine pressed true to details, to size and shape as
shown on the Plans and shall have full welded unit or knockdown field assembled type
construction at corners and other joints.
Louvers shall be machine pressed conforming to the size and design indicated on the
Plans with removable louver pane formed to fit the metal sub frame of openings. The steel
sheets shall meet the requirement of ASTM 505, rivets of ASTM B 316, screws, bolts, nuts
and washers of ASTM B 211.
1006.3.1 Fabrication
Corner joints of frames shall be mitered and welded conforming to manufacturer's
standard manual for metal doors. All contact edges be closed tight. Welds on exposed surface
shall be ground smooth and shall be neat in appearance.
Joints for knock-down type frame corners shall be designed for simple field assembly
of header to jamb members by concealed tenon, splice plates, or other type concealed in
interlocking joint that will produce square and rigid corners. Joints shall be securely locked in
place during erection and the alignment of adjoining members shall be maintained. All bolted
connections shall be provided with lock units.
1. After fabrication, grease and dirt shall be removed by a hot alkali solution and
rinsed with hot water.
2. After cleaning, all parts shall be immersed in hot or cold phosphate solution and
rinsed with a diluted solution or chronic acid.
3. After drying under controlled temperature, one coat of shop primer shall be applied
by dipping type especially developed for materials treated with phosphates.
The cleaning, phosphate, dipping or spraying of shop primer and even drying shall be
done on a continuous operation in the factory.
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1006.3.3 Installation
Steel doors, frames and louvers shall be set plumb and true in 'The joint between
frame and masonry shall be carefully contacts between door/frame and adjacent steel shall be
sealed with mastic.
1006.3.6 Hardware
Side bronze butts for side hung doors, overhead pocket hardware for track and roller
types and locksets shall be suitable for the service required and subject to the approval of the
Engineer and as provided in Item 1004, Hardware.
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1006 (c) Grille Door m2/set
1006 (d) Steel Louver Door m2/set
1007.1 Description
This Item shall consist of furnishing all aluminum glass door materials, labor, tools
and equipment required in undertaking the proper installation as shown on the Plans and in
accordance with this Specification.
1007.2.1 Frame and panel members shall be fabricated from extruded aluminum sections true
to details with clean, straight, sharply defined profiles and free from defects impairing
strength or durability. Extruded aluminum sections shall conform to the specification
requirements as defined in ASTM B 211.
1007.2.2 Screws, nuts, washers, bolts, rivets and other miscellaneous fastening devices shall
be made of non-corrosive materials such as aluminum, stainless steel, etc.
1007.2.3 Hardware for fixing and locking devices shall be closely matched to the extruded
aluminum section and adaptable to the type and method of opening.
1007.2.4 Vinyl weather strip shall be first class quality flexible vinyl forming an effective
seal and without adverse deformation when installed.
1007.2.5 Pile weather strip shall be silicon treated and free from residual wetting agents and
made of soft fine hair as on wool, fur, etc.
1007.2.6 Glazing shall conform to the requirement specified in Item 1012 - Glass and
Glazing.
1007.3.1.1 Main frame shall consist of head sill and jamb stiles specifically designed and
machined to interfit and are joined at corners with self threading screws.
1007.3.1.2 Frame sill shall be stepped and sloped with offset weep holes for efficient
drainage to the exterior.
1007.3.1.3 Door panel shall be accurately joined at corners assembled and fixed rigidly to
ensure weather tightness.
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1007.3.1.4 Aluminum glass door and main frame shall be installed in a prepared opening to
be set plumb, square. Level and true to details.
1007.3.1.5 All joints between metal surface and masonry shall be fully caulked to ensure
weather tightness.
1007.3.1.6 Sliding type door panel shall be equipped with concealed roller overhead tracks
with bottom guide.
1007.3.1.7 Double action type door panel shall be ~quipped with heavy duty hinges that will
control the door leaf in a close or open position.
1007.3.1.9 Where aluminum is to be in contact with steel concrete cinder, block, tile, plaster
or other similar masonry construction the aluminum surface shall be back pain-ted before
erection with a bituminous paint.
1007.3.3 Protection
a. All aluminum parts shall be protected adequately to ensure against damaged during
transit and construction operations.
b. Aluminum parts in contact with steel members shall be properly insulated by a coat
of zinc chromate primer applied to the steel or by application of bituminous paint.
1007.3.4 Cleaning
a. The Contractor does not only protect all entrance units during construction but also
responsible for removal of protective materials and cleaning aluminum surfaces.
b. Aluminum shall be thoroughly cleaned with plain water with kerosene or gasoline
and then wipe surfaces using clean cotton fabric. No abrasive cleaning agents shall be
permitted.
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Payment will be made under:
1008.1 Description
This Item shall consist of furnishing all aluminum glass window materials, labor,
tools and equipment required in undertaking the proper installation as shown on the Plans and
in accordance with this Specification.
1008.2.1 Frame and panel members shall be fabricated from extruded aluminum section true
to details with clean, straight, sharply defined profiles and free from defects impairing
strength or durability. Extruded aluminum section shall conform to the specification
requirements defined in ASTM B 211.
1008.2.2 Screws, nuts, washers, bolts, r rivets and other miscellaneous fastening devices shall
be made of non-corrosive materials such as aluminum, stainless steel, etc.
1008.2.3 Hardware for fixing and locking device shall be closely matched to the extruded
aluminum section and adaptable to the type and method of opening.
1008.2.4 Weather-strip shall be first class quality flexible vinyl forming an effective seal and
without adverse deformation when installed.
1008.2.6 Pile weatherstrip shall be silicon treated and free from residual wetting agents made
of soft fine hair as on wool, fur, etc.
1008.3.1.3 Window panel shall be jointed at corners with miter and fixed rigidly to ensure
weather tightness.
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1008.3.1.4 Sliding windows shall be provided with nylon sheave. Sliding panels shall be
suspended with concealed roller overhead tracks with bottom guide pitch outward and slotted
for complete drainage. The sliding panels shall be provided with interior handles. The locking
device shall be a spring loaded extruded latch that automatically engage~ special frame hips.
1008.3.1.5 Casement window type shall be provided with two hinges fabricated from
extruded aluminum alloy. They shall open on stay arms having adjustable sliding friction
shoes to control window panel operations. Locking device shall be one arm action handle for
manual operations complete with strike plate.
1008.3.1.6 All joints between metal surface and masonry shall be fully caulked.
1008.3.1.7 Aluminum parts in contact with steel members shall be properly insulated by a
coat of zinc chromate, primer/bituminous paint applied to the steel surface.
1008.3.3 Protection
All aluminum parts shall be protected adequately to ensure against damage during
transit and construction phase.
1008.3.4 Cleaning
1008.3.4.1 The contractor does not only protect all entrance units during the construction
phase but shall also be responsible for removal of protective materials and cleaning the
aluminum surface including glazing before work is accepted by the Engineer.
1008.3.4.2 Aluminum shall be thoroughly cleaned with kerosene or gasoline diluted with
water and then wipes surface using clean cloth rugs.
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1008(1) Aluminum Sliding Windows m2
1008(2) Aluminum Casement Windows m2
1009.1 Description
This Item shall consist of furnishing all jalousie window materials, labor, tools and
equipment required as shown on the Plans and undertaking the proper installation in
accordance with this Specification.
1009.2.1 Jalousie metal frame shall be made of extruded aluminum section true to details
conforming to the specifications requirements defined in ASTM B 211. .
1009.2.2 Glass slats shall be 5.6 mm thick clear view of 100 mm wide smooth edge glass.
1009.2.3 Wood slats shall be fabricated from kiln-dried tanguile with provision of
interlocking grooves to prevent penetration of rain water.
1009.2.4 Insert screens shall be aluminum cloth and installed as insert overlap type.
1009.2.5 Wrought iron grilles shall be manufactured from 12 mm square bars or round bars
conforming to the shop drawing submitted and approved by the Engineer.
1009.2.6 Wood jalousie window assembly shall be fabricated of kiln dried wood boards
consisting of the following members:
a. Vertical operating mechanism shall be of paired zigzag cut member one fixed to the
wood jambs.
b. Slats/blades are made with interlocking grooves. It shall be of kiln-dried tanguile
15.8 mm thick by 100 mm wide.
c. Lever handles are made of wrought iron flat bars that should lock the unit in closed
position.
1009.2.7 Wood jambs shall be fabricated from well seasoned wood specie conforming to
Item 1003, Carpentry and Joinery requirements.
1009.3.1 All window frames shall be in place and rigidly anchored in a prepared opening
before any installation work is commenced.
1009.3.2 Window openings shall fit commercial height of the vertical operating
mechanism/jalousie metal frames to avoid cutting of members.
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1009.3.3.1 Glass Jalousie Windows
a. Jalousie metal frames shall be temporarily fixed at bottom and top ends using wood
screw.
b. Place glass slats into the slat clips starting below until the whole units are entirely
glazed.
c. Operate units and make adjustment where required taking, into consideration that
all units are properly aligned and satisfactory operational.
d. Close the slats clips in a manner that the glass slats are securely fixed them
permanently fix all units with wood screws.
a. Fit each unit into the prepared window opening and temporarily fix with nails at
bottom and top ends of vertical operating mechanism.
b. Operate units and make adjustments where required.
c. Fix all units permanently and properly align each unit.
1010.1 Description
This Item shall consist of furnishing all materials, hardware, plant, tools, labor and
services necessary for complete fabrication and installation of wooden doors and windows of
the type and size as shown I on the Plans and in accordance with the following specifications
and I applicable specifications under Item 1003 on Carpentry and Joinery I Works.
1010.2.1 Lumber
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Lumber of doors, windows and jambs, and panels when required, shall be kiln-dried
with moisture content of not more than 14% and shall be of the specie indicated on the Plans
and/or specified under Item 1003 on Carpentry and Joinery Works.
1010.2.2 Plywood.
Plywood for veneer of solid core and hollow core flush doors shall be 3-ply, rotary
cut, 6mm thick ordinary plywood, Class B grade. Marine or waterproof plywood, rotary cut,
3-ply, 6 mm thick shall be used for flush doors at toilets and bathrooms or at places where
these are exposed to moisture.
1010.2.3 Adhesive
Adhesive shall be water resistant resins and shall be non-staining.
1010.2.4 Glass
Glass for window panes shall be 3 mm thick, smoked or Industry type unless
otherwise shown on the Plans or indicated in the Schedule of Doors and Windows.
1010.2.6 Hardware
Hardware shall be as specified under Item 1004 on Building Hardware.
1010.3.1 Fabrication
Wooden doors and windows, including frames, shall be fabricated in accordance with
the designs' and sizes shown on the Plans. The fabricated products shall be finished square,
smoothly sanded and free from damage or war page.
a. Flush Type Hollow Core Doors
Flush type hollow core doors shall be adequately framed with stiles and top and
bottom rails having a minimum thickness of 44 mm and width of 75 mm. Two intermediate
rails at least 44 mm wide shall be provided for stiffness.
The stiles and the top and bottom rails shall be rebutted at least 10 mm wide to
receive the 6 mm thick plywood veneer. A lock block shall be' provided at each stile, long
enough to connect to the two intermediate rails and at least 75 mm wide for mounting the
lockset.
The plywood veneer shall be glued and nailed to the framing with 25 mm long
finishing nails space at not more than 150 mm on centers.
b. Flush Type Solid Core Doors
Flush type solid core doors shall be fabricated in the same manner as the hollow core
type except that spaces between stiles and r3i1s shall be filled and fitted with wood blocks of
the same specie and of uniform thickness thinner by about the thickness of the plywood
veneers. The filler blocks shall be secured to either stiles or rails by nails. Stiles and rails of
flush type doors shall be joined by means of blind mortise and tenon joint, tightly fitted,
glued and locked with bamboo pin 5 mm round.
c. Panel doors
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Stiles and rails of panel doors shall have a minimum thickness of 44 mm and width of
140 mm.
Rails minimum thickness of 44 mm and width of 140 mm. Rails shall be framed to
stiles by mortise and tenon joints. Rabbets or grooves of stiles by mortise and tenon joints.
Rabbets or grooves of stiles and rails to receive panels shall be 6.5 mm wide and 20 mm
deep. Integral moldings formed on both faces of stiles and rails framing the panels shall be
true to shape and well defined. Intersections of moldings shall be mitered and closely fitted.
Panels of the same specie and having a minimum thickness of 20 mm shall be beveled
around its edges up to a minimum width of 50 mm, both faces. The beveled edges shall
closely fit into the grooves of stiles ',"j and rails, but free to move to prevent splitting when
shrinkage occurs.
d. Window Sashes with Glass Panes or Wood Panels
Window sashes shall be fabricated in conformity with the design, .1 size and type of
installation shown on the Plans. Unless otherwise shown on the Plans, stiles and rails shall be
Tanguile with minimum I thickness of 30 mm and width of 70 mm. Jointing of stiles and rails
shall I be mortise and tenon secured with glue and bamboo pin. Stiles and rails shall rebut at
the exterior face for mounting glass panes or wood I panels. Integral moldings formed as
frames for panes or panels shall be true to shape, sharply defined and mitered at joints.
Separate moldings, Of the same design shall be provided for fixing glass panes and wood
panel from the outside.
e. Window Sashes with Capiz Shells
Stiles and rails shall be of the same sizes specified under Item 1010.3.1 (d) and
assembled with mortise and tenon joint. Unless otherwise indicated on the Plans, lattices for
framing capiz shall be tanguile, 8 mm thick and 15 mm wide, spaced at not more than 60 mm
on centers both ways. Grooves 2 mm wide and 5 mm shall be made at sides of lattices to
receive the preformed capiz shells.
The lattices shall be assembled with half lap joints at their intersections and the
assembled lattices containing the capiz shells shall be framed into the stiles and rails.
Selected capiz shells shall be washed to remove dirt and blemishes and drier under the
sun for bleaching effect. Capiz shells shall be cut square to required sizes with sharp bench
cutter to produce non-serrated and non-peeling edges.
f. Sliding Type Window Sashes
Stiles of sliding type window sashes shall be framed to the top and bottom rails with
mortise and tenon joints. Tenons shall be formed on the stiles. Joints shall be tightly fitted,
glued and locked with bamboo pins. Top and bottom rails shall be 10 mm wider than the
stiles. Top rails shall be rabbeted to form tongue flush with the outer face, with width of 8
mm and height of 10 mm. The stiles and rails shall be rabbeted as specified under Item
1010.3.1 (d) to receive glass panes or wood panels.
g. Awning Type Window Sashes
Tenons of rails shall be fitted into the mortises formed on the stiles and the joints
glued and locked. The stiles and rails shall be rabbeted as specified under Item 1010.3.1 (d)
for mounting of glass panes. Series of sashes to be installed vertically shall have their
meeting rails rabbeted for half lapping when in closed position.
h. Casement Type Window Sashes
Rails of casement type window sashes shall be fitted to stiles with mortise and tenon
joint. Tenons shall be formed in the rails. Meeting rails shall be rabbeted to provide for half
lapping when in closed position. The stiles and rails shall be rabbeted as specified under Item
1010.3.1 (d) for mounting of glass panes or wood panels.
i. Door and Window Frames
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Framing of the specie(s) specified under Item 1003 shall be fabricated in conformity
with the profile and sizes shown on the Plans. Frames shall be assembled with tightly fitted
tongue and groove joint mitered at both sides, and nailed. The assembled frames shall be
finished square and flat on the same plane. Assembled frames shall be braced temporarily to
prevent their distortion during delivery to the site and installation.
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with standard brass guided spaced 75 mm from both ends of the rail, mounted flush with the
inner face and secured with three brass screws each guide.
[Link] Type Window Sashes
Sashes shall be trimmed to fit size of opening, with provision for half lapping of
meeting stiles. Right side sash shall lap onto the left side sash. Sashes shall be fitted with two
brass-plated narrow hinges, 50 mm x 75 mm, spaced 150 mm from top and bottom of stiles.
In lieu of hinges, sashes maybe hung with cadmium-plated steel casement adjusters 200 mm
long, subject to prior approval of the Engineer. The top and bottom rails of casement type
window sashes shall be milled to provide for the installation of adjusters.
[Link] type Window Sashes
Installation of awning type sashes shall be by means of casement adjusters specified
under Item 1010.3.2 (f).
1011.1 Description
This item shall consist of furnishing all plant, labor, tools, equipment and rolling up
door required as shown on the Plans and in accordance with this Specification.
1. Curtain – shall be manufactured of interlocking curved or flat slats, rolled from galvanized
and
bonderized steel, aluminum or stainless steel as the case maybe. Slats shall be of size and
thickness to withstand 0.957 KPa windload.
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a) Interlocking slats shall roll up on a drum supported at head of opening on brackets
and shall be balanced by helical springs.
b) Endlocks – shall be malleable iron riveted to each ends of slats. These are called
continuous when they reinforce both ends of all slats, alternate when every other
slat.
c) Bottom bar – shall be manufactured from two equal sized angles, minimum 3 mm
thick bolted back to back with appropriate half slat at lowest edge of curtain. In
addition, exterior door shall have compressible and replaceable rubber or vinyl
weather seal attached to bottom rail.
2. Counter balance barrel assembly – shall include spring barrel which serves as load carrying
beam encases counter balance mechanism and provide axis around curtain coils. Asit arises
barrelrings are involute shapes of malleable iron to assure proper counter balance for all
points of travel. Oil tempered torsion type counter balance springs are wound from heat
treated steel, to provide accuracy in balancing door.
3. Hood – shall be manufactured from 0.60 mm thick (minimum) galvanized sheet metal,
flanged
at top for attachment to header and flanged at bottom to provide longitudinal stiffness.
Hood shall enclose curtain coil and counter balance mechanism.
4. Brackets – shall be made of precisely formed plate with permanently sealed ball bearings,
designed to enclose end of the curtain coil and provide support for counter balance pipe at
each end.
5. Guides – shall be fabricated from structural steel angles or precision roll formed channels
and
angles. Especially adaptable for doors exposed to heavy wind pressure. Designed with
groove depths varying from 50 mm to 150 mm depending upon the width of the door, and
set cut from the face of the wall to facilitate the travel of the curtain.
1011.3.1 Erection/Installation
a) Set and install structural steel angels properly aligned, plumb, level, square true to
profile section and rigidly anchored with adjacent concrete surface walls.
b) Allow all adjacent items of work to be completed before any installation work is
started except the installation of structural steel angels.
c) Assemble rolling up doors in accordance with the manufacturer’s instruction manual
or as indicated in the shop drawing approved.
d) All anchors and insets for guide, brackets and other accessories shall be located
accurately.
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1011.3.3 Warranty
Upon completion and before final acceptance of the equipment; the Contractor shall
furnish the DPWH/Owner a written guaranty stating that the rolling up door equipment and
accessories are free from defects. The guaranty shall be for the period of one (1) year from
the date of final acceptance of the work. Any part of the equipment that becomes defective
during the term of the guaranty shall be replaced and made good by the Contractor at his own
expense a manner satisfactory to the DPWH/Owner.
1012.1 Description
This Item shall consist of furnishing all glass and glazing materials, labor, tools, plant and
requirement required in undertaking the proper installation as shown on the Plans and
accordance with this Specification.
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Used commonly in windows, sliding doors and windows walls. Variations of this basic type
are as follows:
Greenhouse quality- Intended for Greenhouse glazing where quality is not important.
b-1) Synthetic polymer shall be base sealants that is resilient or non-resilient type.
b-2) Performed gaskets shall be compression or structural type.
c) Setting and Edge Blocks shall be made o lead or neoprene, chemical compatible with
sealants.
d) Accessories like glazing clip, shims spacer strips, etc. shall be made from non-
corroding metal accessories.
1012.2.4.1 Use 5.6 mm (7/32”) thick sheet glass of locally manufactured clear quality (unless
otherwise indicated on the Plans as frosted) for the following:
1012.2.4.2 All glass panels for cabinets, except sliding doors shall be clear glass of locally
manufactured float glass quality, 4.7 mm (3/16”) thick.
They shall be clear, except where indicated on the Plans as frosted, diffused or opaque.
Same shall be used for wooden sashes.
1012.2.4.3 Unless otherwise noted, clear glasses that are locally manufactured shall be used
or steel windows.
a) Use 3.1 mm (1/8”) thick for areas exceeding .069 square meters.
b) Use 4.7 mm (3/16”) thick for areas exceeding .609 square meters.
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1012.2.4.4 All comfort rooms whether shown or not, the contractor shall provide and fit
securely in place at the most convenient height above each lavatory 1 mirror, made from local
glazing quality polished plate glass 6 mm thick with beveled edge and brass chromium plated
frame 12 mm thick waterproof tan guile marine plywood backing, all in accordance with full
size details. Sizes are as follows:
a) Over single lavatories, 600 mm x 750 mm (24” x 30”).
b) For two lavatories, 1200 mm x 750 mm (48” x 30”).
c) For three lavatories, 1800 mm x 750 mm (72” x 30”).
1012.3.1 Installation
1012.3.1.1 All glass sheets shall be bedded, back puttied, secured in place and face puttied.
Secure glass in aluminum frame with non-corrosive clips except where glazing beads are
required. Apply putty in uniformly straight lines, with accurately formed bevels and clean-cut
corners; remove excess putty from glass.
1012.3.1.2 Set glass in hollow metal doors and in metal frames of interior partition in felt
channel insets or added in putty to prevent any rattle; secure glass in wood doors and wooden
frames with glazing stops; secure stops on doors with screws.
1012.3.1.3 Glass breakage caused in executing the work or by faulty installation shall be
replaced by the Contractor without extra cost.
1012.3.1.4 Improperly set glass which does not fully meet requirements of its grade shall not
be accepted and shall be replaced without extra cost.
1012.3.1.5 The Contractor shall provide and install complete set ready for use, mirrors in all
comfort rooms and elsewhere shown on the Plans. Size and location for each mirror shall be
as indicated on the Plans.
1012.3.2 Workmanship
1012.3.2.1 All glass shall be accurately cut to fit opening and set with equal bearing on the
entire width of pane.
1012.3.2.2 Putty shall be neatly run in straight lines parallel with inside of glazing rebate;
corners shall be carefully made; all excess putty shall be removed and surface left clean.
1012.3.2.3 Apply a thin layer of putty to rebate and set glass or putty, pressing until an even
bed is secured; place spring wire or angle glazing clips and run face putty; remove excess
putty shall be removed and surface left clean.
1012.3.3 Cleaning
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Clean all glass on both sides after putty has been applied completely. Do not disturb edge
of putty with scraper. At completion of work leave glass and glazing works free from cracks
and rattles and clean on both sides.
1012.3.4 Samples
The Contractor shall submit for approval duplicate sample (150 mm x 250 mm) of each
type of glass bearing manufacturer’s label and a can of each type of putty.
This item shall be measured by actual area of glass sheets installed respective of the
quality type and thickness in square meters. The quantified unit of measurement shall be
those accepted to the satisfaction of the Engineer.
1013.1 Description
This Item shall consist of furnishing all plant equipment, tools, materials and labor
required to properly perform and complete the corrugated metal roofing, together with related
accessories such as ridge/hip rolls, valleys, gutters and flashing, when called for on Plans all
in conformity with his Specifications.
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1013.2.2 Strap Fasteners
Strap fasteners shall be gauge 26 G.I. 25 mm wide and sufficiently long to bend around
up to the opposite face of purlin, with corners chipped off at the riveting ends.
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a) Ridge and Hip Rolls
Ridge and hip rolls shall lap at least 250 mm over roofing sheets and, together,
shall be riveted at every second corrugation.
b) Valleys
Valleys shall lap at least 450 mm each way under the roofing sheets and shall be
secured
to the framework with galvanized nails, such nails placed below the roofing sheets. Rivets
along side of the valley shall be at every second corrugation.
c) Flashing
Flashing, of gauge 26 plain G.I. sheets, unless otherwise specified, shall be installed
along intersections of roofs with concrete or masonry walls in accordance with details
shown on Plans. Flashing running parallel to sheet corrugation shall lap at least two
corrugations with edge turned down. Flashing across sheet corrugation or at an angle
thereto, shall lap at least 250 mm and the edge of flashing turned down at each
corrugation. The vertical portion of flashing adjoining wall shall be at least 200 mm wide
and provided with counter flashing.
d) Counter Flashing
Counter flashing sheets of gauge 24 plain GI shall be built into preformed wedge-
shape groove of concrete or masonry wall. The edge to be built into wall groove shall
have a 25 mm strip bent 45 degrees and shall be sealed in the groove with cement mortar
or caulking compound.
e) Reglets
Reglets when required per plans in connection with counter flashing shall be
fabricated products approved by the Engineer, complete with fittings. Reglets shall be
located not less than 200 mm or more than 40 mm above roofing. Reglet plugs shall be
spaced not more than 300 mm on centers. Open-type reglets shall be filled with fiber
board or other suitable separator to prevent crushing of the slot during installation. The
counter flashing shall be inserted into the full depth of reglet and the reglet lightly
punched- every 300'mm to crimp the reglet and the counter flashing together.
f) Gutters
Gutters, from gauge 24 plain G.I. sheets, shall be fabricated to the shape and
dimensions indicated on the Plans. The rear side of the gutter shall have a 12.5 mm strip
bent 30 degrees and shall be not less than 12.5 mm higher than the opposite side. Gutter
joints shall be flat seam folded in the direction of flow and soldered evenly. Otherwise,
gutter joints shall be lapped at least 25 mm, fastened together with 3.175 mm diameter
(No.8) copper rivets and burrs, and sealed by soldering along both exposed edges of lap.
Gutter shall be attached to fascia board or roof nailer with galvanized nails or screws
spaced at not more than 900 mm on centers and at a point slightly higher than leading
edge of gutter. As additional support, gutter shall have plain G.I. strap hangers 25 mm
wide fastened to roof nailers by screw shank-type nails and riveted to the gutter':; leading
edge. Strap hangers shall be spaced at not more than 900 mm on centers. When shown on
Plans that gutter is not fixed to fascia board or purlin, gutter shall be supported by
wrought iron (W.I.) hangers not less than 4.75 mm thick and 19 mm wide spaced at not
more than 900 mm on centers. W.I. hanger shall be fabricated to fit configuration of the
gutter and attached to fascia board or purlin with two (2) No.8 flat head wood screws.
Gutter shall be installed with a pitch of 1 in 100 slope to downspout.
g) Downspouts
1) Downspouts
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Unless specified otherwise, downspouts shall be plain G.I., thickness fabricated to
the dimensions shown on the Plans and installed at indicated locations. Downspout
shall be secured to the wall with G.I. straps 25 mm wide, spaced at more than 1000
mm and anchored with concrete nails. Inlets of downspouts shall be fitted with gauge
14 wire basket strainers.
2) Unplasticized Polyvinyl Chloride Downspouts
When shown on Plans that downspouts are other than G.I. sheets, downspouts
shall be unplasticized polyvinyl chloride (UPVC) pipes and fittings with dimensions
indicated and conforming with ASTM D 3033 and D 3034. Joints shall be made with
either solvent cement or rubber "O-rings" depending on the design of fitting for the
joints. Rubber "O-rings" shall be neoprene type, heat and oil resistant, complying with
ASTM F-477. Downspout shall be secured to adjoining wall with plain G.I. straps 25
mm wide and spaced at not more than 1000 mm.
g) Roof Ventillators
Roof ventillators, whenever shown on Plans shall be firmly secured to the roofing or
roof structure by means of rivets, Roof ventillators installed on the roof at places other
than the ridge shall be provided with adequate flashing around intersection with roofing
to ensure watertight joints.
a) Soldered Joints
Joints made by lapping coupled with riveting shall be rendered watertight by
soldering. All edges of uncoated sheet metal to be soldered shall be pretinned before
soldering. Soldering shall be done slowly with well heated iron in order to thoroughly
heat the seam and sweat the solder completely through the full length of the seam. Upon
completion of soldering, acid shall be neutralized by washing thoroughly with water.
b) Non-soldered Joints
Non-soldered joints of G.I. gutters, downspouts and flashings shall be done by flat
lock seams. Two adjoining edges of lock seam shall be bent 90°. One bent strip shall be at
least 15 mm wide and the connecting piece shall have a bent strip twice in width which
shall be bent down over the upturned narrower strip and pressed together. Once properly
interlocked, the joint shall be flattened such that the edge of the wider strip be concealed.
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Roofing sheets shall be measured and paid for on an area basis in square meters or
part thereof, such roofing sheets including all laps, fasteners and rivets as installed complete
and accepted.
Ridge/hip rolls, flashings, valleys, gutters and down-spouts shall be measured in
linear metre of completed and accepter work such measurement shall include necessary straps
and fixings required for complete installation.
Roof ventilators shall be measured and paid for per unit completely installed and
accepted.
The different pay Items under roofing work shall be designated the following number,
description and unit of measure:
1014.1 Description
This Item shall consist of furnishing all pre-painted metal sheet materials, tools and
equipment, plant including labor required in undertaking the proper installation complete as
shown on the Plans and in accordance with this Specification.
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1014.2.2 Gutters, Valleys, Flashings Hip and Ridge roll shall be fabricated from gauge 24
(.600 mm thick) cold-rolled plain galvanized iron sheets specially tempered steel. Profile
section shall be as indicated on the Plans.
1014.2.3 Fastening hardware shall be of galvanized iron straps and rivets. G.I. straps are of
.500 mm thick x 16 mm wide x 267 mm long (gauge 26 x 5/8" x 10-1/2") and standard rivets.
1014.2.4 Base metal thickness shall correspond to the following gauge designation available
locally as follows:
1014.3.2.1 Start roofing installation by placing the first sheet in position with the downturned
edge in line with other building elements and fastened to supports as recommended.
1014.3.2.2 Place the downturned edge of the next sheet over the edge of the first sheet, to
provide side lap and hold the side lap firmly in place. Continue the same procedure for
subsequent sheets until the whole roofing area is covered and/or (Adopt installation
procedure provided in the instruction manual for each type of Architectural molded rib
profile section).
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1014.3.2.3 For walling applications follow the procedure for roofing. Allow a minimum end
lap of 100 mm (4”) for vertical walling.
1014.3.5 Anchorage/Fastening
1014.3.5.1 Pre-painted steel roofing sheets shall be fastened to the wood purlins with
standard length G.I. straps and rivets.
1014.3.5.2 For steel frame up to 4.5 mm thick use self drilling screw No. 12 by 35 mm long
hexagonal head with neoprene washer.
1014.3.5.3 For steel support up to 5 mm thick or more use thread cutting screw No. 12 by 40
mm long hexagonal head with neoprene washer.
1014.3.5.4 Side lap fastener use self drilling screw NO.1 0 by 16 mm long hexagonal head
with neoprene washer.
1014.3.5.5 Valley fastened to lumber and for walling use self-drilling wood screw No. 12 by
25 mm long hexagonal head with neoprene washer.
1014.3.5.6 Valleys fastened to steel supports use selfdrilling screws, hexagonal head with
neoprene washer. Drill size is 5 mm diameter.
1014.3.6.1 In cutting pre painted steel roofing sheets and accessories to place the exposed
color side down. Cutting shall be carried out on the ground and not over the top of other
painted roofing product.
1014.3.6.2 Power cutting or drilling to be done or carried out on pre-painted products already
installed or laid in position, the area around holes or cuts shall be masked to shield the paint
from hot fillings.
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The work done under this Item shall be measured by actual area covered or installed
with pre-painted steel roofing and/or walling in square meters and accepted to the satisfaction
of the Engineer/Architect.
1015.1 Description
This Item shall consist of furnishing all plant, labor, tools, equipment and clay roof
tiles required to complete the roofing as shown on the Plans and in accordance with this
Specification.
1015.2.2 Sheathing:
1015.2.4 Fasteners
Fasteners shall be manufactured from non-corrosive materials. Nails shall have large
head with sufficient length to give 19 mm penetration on wood battens and #16 tie wires to
be copper of brass as the case maybe.
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1015.3 Construction Requirements
Before any work is started the Contractor shall secure approved roof framing Plan and
determine/evaluate actual site condition. In case modification is necessary the Contractor
shall submit shop drawings to the Engineer for approval.
1015.3.4.1 Start laying at the lower layer from right to left. See to it that the left anchorage of
tile is placed near or close to hip truss as much as possible.
1015.3.4.2 Continue to the next layer of clay roof tiles following the same procedure. After
all clay roof tiles are laid out, mark the clay roof tiles at hips and valleys which are to be cut
using straight edge or string as guide.
1015.3.4.3 Cut one by one tiles that the application of clay roof tile accessories and fill
opening under roll of tile with mortar. Color to match the clay roof tile installed.
1015.3.4.4 Install hip stringer and cut hips on job. Where tiles join hip stringer, provide
waterproof elastic cement. Cement hip roll and ridge in lap and fasten with nails/tie wires as
specified. Fill voids at hip starters and ridge ends with mortar, color to match tile.
1015.3.4.5 Remove all debris and clean roof area ready for service.
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Payment will be made under:
1016.1 Description
This Item shall consist of furnishing all waterproofing materials, labor, tools,
equipment and other facilities and undertaking the proper installation works required as
shown on the Plans and in accordance with this Specification.
1016.2.2.1 Primer shall be of asphalt cold applied, free from water and other foreign matters,
and shall conform to the specifications requirement defined in ASTM 0-41.
1016.2.2.2 Built-up membrane shall be made of smoothly woven fibers that are impervious to
acid, heat, and dampness and totting. It should permit complete penetration of asphalt
compound or bituminous coating in the woven glass fiber.
1016.2.2.3 Preformed membrane shall be self-sealing flexible cold applied bituminous sheets
bonded to 0.15 mm thick polyethylene film.
1016.2.2.4Mopping Materials
a) Type A soft adhesive self-sealing asphalt for structure below ground level.
b) Type B where asphalt is not exposed on temperature exceeding 51.7 celcius for structure
above ground level.
c) Type C where asphalt is exposed on vertical surface in direct sunlight or above
temperature of 51.7 Celsius structure above ground level.
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1016.2.3 Liquid waterproofing alternate material shall be of elastomeric or other substances
applied in liquid form and cured to an impervious membrane.
1016.3.1.2 All defects shall be properly corrected and carefully formed to provide a smooth
surface that is free of marks and properly cured prior to application works.
1016.3.1.3 Inside corners where vertical and horizontal structure meet shall be provided with
cants measuring 50 mm by 50 mm or rounded at corners a minimum of 50 mm radius.
a) Concrete slabs shall be properly graded to drain rainwater. Provide a minimum pitch of 1
on
100 satisfactorily drain rainwater freely into the drainage lines, gutters and downspouts.
b) Drainage connections and weep holes shall be set to permit the free flow of water.
c) Any expansion and contraction joints shall be cleaned, primed, fitted with a backing rod
and caulked with sealant.
d) Provide reglets of about 40 mm deep by 40 mm wide and 250 mm above floor finish along
walls or parapets for the termination of the membrane.
e) Prepared surfaces shall be cured and kept wet by sprinkling with water at regular intervals
for a period of at least three days and allow surface to actually set within seven days.
f) Ensure that the prepared surface has completely set and all defects repaired.
g) When there is reasonable doubt as to the presence of moisture in the surface to be applied
with membrane expose that same direct to sunlight for another 2 days or heat all suspected
area using blow torch.
1016.3.2.1Application procedure
a) Prior to application of membrane concrete surfaces should be sound and cured without the
use of curing compound. Apply a coat of concrete neutralizer to remove oil dirt’s and other
contaminants.
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b) Apply asphalt primer at the rate of one gallon per 100 square feet evehly by spraying or by
paint brush.
c) Application shall be done one direction strip by and overlapping each other to assure
uniform thickness.
d) Allow primer to dry until it is ready to receive next coat or layer as specified in the
manufacturing instructional manual.
e) As soon as primer coating is workable, lay a single layer of preformed or built-up
membrane smoothly free from irregularities and folds.
f) Lay preformed or built up membrane conforming to size and shape of the surface area to be
covered.
g) Carefully lay side and end laps in order to assure an even thickness throughout the whole,
surface area to be covered.
h) When the whole surface area is completely covered apply a single coat of asphalt primer at
the rate of 3 to 4 gallons per (100 square feet).
i) Meshes of treated woven glass fibers shall not be completely closed or sealed by the primer
coat, but shall sufficiently open to allow successive mopping of the ply material to seep
through.
j) Cover ply not more than the minimum amount of surfacing necessary to prevent sticking
on ply.
k) After application surface shall be uniformly smooth, free from irregularities folds and
knots.
l) Repeat the procedures until 5 plies have been satisfactorily installed or as many layers
required or specified in the plans.
m) Where weather disturbance interrupt the work and exposing the membrane to moisture
remove the layer exposed to moisture and repeat procedure until completion of the process.
1016.3.2.2Protective Coatings
a) Where laying of the built-up or preformed membrane conforms with the number of plies
required as shown on the plans lay a mixture or sand mastic in the proportion of one part
asphalt or bituminous material and four parts coarse screened sand by volume. With a steel
trowel at an average of 3 mm thick over the surface of membrane.
b) Then at the rate of one gallon per (100 square feet) apply aluminum heat reflecting finish
thoroughly over the dried sand mastic coating.
a) Provide cap flashing gauge 24 plain G.I. where shown on the Plans.
b) Where cap flashing is connected to preformed lock in through-wall form upper edge' of
cap flashing to engage .in preformed lock. Mallet lock down tight to provide a spring action
against base flashing.
c) Then at the rate of one gallon per (100 square feet) apply aluminum heat reflecting finish
thoroughly over the dried sand mastic coating.
d) Where cap flashing is terminated in raked joints or in prepared masonry or stone reglet
fasten flashing with wedge every 12 inches and fill reglet on vertical surfaces continuous with
plastic cement and on horizontal surfaces, continuous with molten lead.
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a) Provide concrete cement topping of at least 50 mm thick on the membrane after five days
where protective coatings has been applied.
b) Concrete cement topping should be class "A" with 9 mm pea gravel and preferably
provided with 2-way 6 mm dia. temperature steel bars.
Before any coat of liquid waterproofing is applied concrete cement surface shall
conform to the requirement defined in sub-section 1017.3.1.1.
1016.3.4.1Application procedure
a) Prior to application of membrane concrete surfaces should be sound and cured without the
use of curing compound. Apply a coat of concrete neutralizer to removed oil, dirt and other
contaminants.
b) Apply a primer coat of elastomeric coating standard of the manufacturer at the rate of 1/3
gallon per 9.28 meter square 100 square feet over the surface area to be applied.
c) After the primer coat has dried penetrating and sealing the concrete surface areas coated
apply 25 dry mills of coating at the rate of one gallon per 100 square meters for 3 coatings on
the same concrete surface areas coated with liquid waterproofing.
d) The concrete surface areas coated shall be allowed to dry in twenty four hours if relative
humility is above 4.44 Celsius.
e) Liquid waterproofing membrane may be applied by paint brush airless spray, notched
trowel, squeegee or roller preferably 20-25 mills maximum thickness each wet coat.
1016.3.4.2 Precaution
a) Liquid waterproofing membrane should not be applied unless the ambient temperature is
4.44 Celcius or higher and should not proceed during inclement weather condition.
b) Extra care shall be observed by persons doing the application works especially those that
have skin sensitiveness must wear gloves while applying the liquid waterproofing. The liquid
water-proofing membrane compound is highly combustible.
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All projections and pipes must be protected with asbestos cloth approximately'6 mm
thick. Install the bituminous paving with extra care to avoid damage, lift or curl the
underlying protection boards.
1017.1 Description
This Item shall consist of furnishing all items, articles, plant, equipment, labor and
materials and performing all methods necessary or required for the complete installation of
all roof drains with strainers in accordance with all applicable drawings as shown on the
approved Plans.
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Roof Eaves and Gutter
Where so indicated on the Plan, "JOSAM" series 4820-BF, type 4823-BP, cast iron
lacquer finish, roof drain with round flange, cast iron rough brass high dome secured to
clamping ring by screws, 4-inch deep body (for locally made, 6-inch deep body) with bottom
outlet; for "side outlet" "JOSAM" series 4870-BP, type 4873-BP, series 4863-BP.
Any other roof drain shown on the Plans not specified herein or neither shown on the
Plans, but necessary to leave the work complete, shall be provided and fitted by the
contractor suitable to the service required and fitted to the concrete limitations at the point of
installation, based on or similar to those specified herein.
1018.1 Description
This Item shall consist of furnishing all ceramic tiles and cementitious materials, tools
and equipment including labor required in undertaking the proper installation of walls and
floor tiles as shown on the Plans and in accordance with this Specification.
1018.2.1 Ceramic tiles and trims shall be made of clay, or a mixture of clay and other
materials which is called the body of the tile. Tile bodies are classified by ASTM C 242 as to
their degree of water absorption. Ceramic tiles and trims are manufactured either by dust-
pressed process in which the clays are ground to dust mixed with a minimum of water shaped
in steel dies and then fired or by plastic process in which the clays are made plastic by mixing
with water, shaped by extrusion or in molds and then fired.
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semimatte (Less glossy) matte (dull) or crystalline (mottled and textured; good resistance to
abrasion). Glazed tiles are used principally for walls; crystalline glazed tiles may be used for
floors provided how8ver that these are used as light duty floors.
1018.2.1.3 Trims
Trims are manufactured to match wall tile color, texture and to coordinate with it in
dimension. These are shaped in various ceramic trim units such as caps, bases, coves,
bullnoses, corners, angles, etc. that are necessary for edging or making a transition between
intersecting planes.
1018.2.1.4 Accessories
Accessories like some soap holders and shall be made wall mounted type with colors
to reconcile with the color of the adjacent wall tiles.
1018.2.1.5 Cement
Cement shall be Portland conforming to the specification requirements defined in
Item 700, Hydraulic Cement.
1018.2.1.6 Sand
Sand shall be well graded fine aggregate clean river sand, free from soluble salts and
organic impurities.
1018.2.1.7 Lime
Lime shall be hydrated lime with free un hydrated oxide and magnesium oxide
content not to exceed 8 percent by weight.
1018.3.1Surface Preparation
a) Mortar mix for scratch coat and setting bed shall consist of one part Portland cement 1/4
part lime and 3 parts sand by volume. Surface to receive tile must be level, true to elevation,
dry, free from dirt, oil and other ointments. Allow at least seven days curing of scratch coat
and setting bed.
Installation work shall not be allowed to proceed until unsatisfactory conditions are
corrected.
b) Bond coat shall be portland cement paste.
1018.3.1.1 Thoroughly dampen surfaces of masonry or concrete walls before scratch coat is
applied.
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1018.3.1.2 On masonry or concrete surface first apply a thin coat with pressure, then bring it
out sufficiently to compensate for the major irregularities of the surface to a thickness not less
than 10 mm. at any point.
1018.3.1.3 Evenly rate scratch coat to provide good mechanical key before the mortar mix
has fully hardened.
1018.3.2Installation Procedure
Ceramic tiles shall be soaked in clean water prior to installation for a minimum of one
hour
a) Determine and mark layout of ceramic tiles, joint location, position of trims and fixtures so
as to minimize cut less than one-half tile in size.
b) Thoroughly dampen surface of wall but do not saturate surface.
c) Apply a bond coat mix with consistency of cream paste 1.5 mm thick to the wall surface or
to the back of the tile to be laid.
d) Lay the tiles true to profile then exert pressure and tamp tile surface before the bond coat
mix has initially set.
e) Continue with the next full tile to be laid and pressed firmly upon the setting bed tamped
until flush and in place of the other tiles.
f) Intersections and returns shall be formed accurately using the appropriate trims.
g) All lines shall be kept straight and true to profiles, plumbed and internal corners rounded
using the appropriate trims.
a) Before tire is applied the floor surface shall be tested for levelness or uniformity of slope
by' flooding it with water. Area where water ponds are filled or levelled, shall be retested
before the setting bed is applied.
b) Establish Ijnes of borders and center of the walls at the field work in both direction to
perrhit the pattern to be laid with a minimum of cut tiles.
c) Clean concrete subfloor then moisten but do not soak. Then sprinkle dry cement over the
surface and spread the mortar on the setting bed.
d) Apply and spread mortar mix for setting bed and tamp to assure good bond over the entire
area to be laid with tile.
e) Pitch floor to drain as shown on Plans or as directed by the Engineer
f) Allow the setting bed to set sufficiently to be worked over then spread a bond coat over the
surface and lay tile in accordance with Items 1019'.3.2.1 a, b, c, d, e, f, g.
1018.3.3.1 Tiles shall have laid in place for at least 24 hours before grouting of the joints is
started. Grouting mortar shall be white Portland cement or blended with pigments to acquire
the color appropriate for the ceramic tile.
1018.3.3.2 Grouting mortar shall be applied over the tile by float or squeegee stroked
diagonally across the joints. Remove excess mortar with a wet sponge stroked diagonally or
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in a circular motion after 12-15 minutes. Follow with a barely damp or dry sponge to remove
remaining haze while smoothing all grouted joints.
1018.3.3 Cleaning
a) Apply a protective coat of neutral cleanser solution diluted with water in the proportion of
1:4 or 1 liter cleanser concentrate to 1 gallon water.
b) In addition, cover tile flooring with heavy-duty no staining construction paper, taped in
place.
c) Just before final acceptance of the work remove paper and rinse protective coat of neutral
cleaner from tile surface. Do not let protective paper get torn 'or removed.
1019.1 Description
This item shall consist of furnishing and installing of wood tiles on the area indicated
on the Plans and in conformity with this Specification.
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1019.2.1 Wood tiles shall have a minimum dimension of 150 mm x 150 mm x 19 mm. Two-
ply pieces shall be prefabricated by the manufacturer into rectangular, square or other block
shapes as designed and secured together by wood splints, set into ends or sides.
1019.2.2 Adhesive shall be waterproof glue. The consistency of the adhesive shall suit local
conditions at the time of laying and the quality of the adhesive shall be such as to bind the
wood tiles permanently to the subfloors.
1019.3.1 Installation
Before wood tiles are laid, sub-floors shall be perfectly dry, thoroughly cured, level
and true to elevation as required on the Plans.
Wood parquet tiles shall be installed by the manufacturer, this type of job being a
specialty trade to assure of the type of adhesive, the proper equipment and tools and the
guarantee of quality and workmanship and other considerations. The following installation
instructions shall be followed strictly:-
a) Provide adequate cross ventilation as a drying aid during the installation of wood tile.
b) Clean thoroughly the area over which wood tile will be installed or laid and make certain
that the surface over which the material will be held is dry.
c) Plan and mark carefully installation layout.
d) Spread enough adhesive to permit the laying of two (2) to three (3) wood tile blocks at a
time beginning at the starting lines marked.
e) Lay the wood tile on surface coated with adhesive and apply hard pressure to seat the
materials firmly.
f) After laying, dampen the gummed paper then pell it off.
g) Adjust and reseat, when necessary, any individual fillets without decreasing the spacing
between individual fillets.
h) Allow a drying period of 24 hours; then smooth surface using an electric sanding machine
with the proper number of sand paper grit.
i) Seal all defects exposed upon the process of sanding if manageable, otherwise the defective
wood tile shall be remove and replaced with new wood tile without extra cost.
j) Whenever necessary scrape carefully with a hand scraper tool and thoroughly sandpaper
smooth works near to walls, corners and other parts which cannot be reach by the electric
sanding machine.
1019.3.2 Precaution
Wood tile shall be laid so as to provide a free open space for expansion around sides
of room, such space shall be to equal to 5 mm for each meter in width and or length of room.
Clearance between trims and floor shall be at least 1.6 mm. Expansion joints at doorways
shall be covered by saddle.
Temperature of room shall be maintained at approximately 85° degrees Fahrenheit
during laying.
Adhesive shall be applied in strict compliance with manufacturer's manual. Mastic
shall be spread to a minimum thickness of 24 mm with a notch spreader.
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1019.3.3 Guaranty
The Contractor shall furnish a written notice that work under this Item will be free
from defects for a period of one (1) year from the date of final acceptance of the work.
Defects such as creaking, loosening, lifting, cracking, bulging, splitting, undue
warping and undue shrinkage shall be adjusted.
This guaranty will not apply to defects covered by failure of the work of others, if
such defects were impossible to detect at the time of the examination of other works, or
defects caused by other than the wear and tear of normal service.
1020.1 Description
This Item shall consist of furnishing all vinyl tiles and fitting accessories, adhesive
materials, labor, tools equipment and the satisfactory performance in undertaking the proper
installation of vinyl tile flooring as shown on the Plans and in accordance with this
Specification.
1020.2.2 Adhesive
Adhesive shall be best suited for tropical application and compatible with the vinyl
tiles to be installed.
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Seal polish shall be plastic emulsion suited for the particular type of floor as
recommended by the vinyl tile manufacturer.
1020.3.1 Installation
1020.3.1.1 General: Installation of the tile shall not commence until the work of other trades.
including painting has been completed. The Contractor shall' carefully examine all surfaces
over which the tiles are to be set. Floor 'surfaces that are to receive vinyl tile shall be clean
thoroughly, dry, smooth, firm and sound and free from oil, paint, wax, dirt and any other
damaging material.
1020.3.1.3 Adhesive
Adhesive shall be applied in accordance with the adhesive manufacturer's printed
directions, unless specified or directed otherwise.
Smoking, the use of open flames and other sources of ignition are strictly prohibited in the
area where solvent containing adhesive are being used or spread.
1020.3.1.5 Cutting
Cut vinyl floor tile to and fit around all permanent fixtures, pipes and outlets. Cut
edges, fit and scribe to walls and partition after flooring has been applied.
Provide edging strips where flooring terminates at points higher at doorways where
thresholds are provided. Edge strip shall be extruded aluminum butty type and beveled at
exposed edges. The top surface of the metal strips shall be finished flush with the tiles.
Secure strips at the end and between at about 200 mm apart with screws. Submit
samples of metal strips for approval before application and installation.
1020.3.1.8 Protection
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After the floor has been waxed, they shall be carefully protected against damage,
either with heavy building paper or by keeping traffic off the floors until the area is ready for
use.
1021.1 Description
This Item shall consist of furnishing all materials, labor, tools and equipment in
undertaking cement floor finishing where shown on the Plans and in accordance with this
Specification.
1021.2.1 Cement
Portland cement shall conform to the requirement of Item 700, Hydraulic Cement.
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Metallic floor hardener shall be a mixture of oil-free specially graded clean iron
particles, mineral oxide pigment and Portland cement binder, premixed according to the
manufacturer's instruction manual.
a) Powder type hardener shall be silica quartz aggregates, workability admixtures, mineral
oxide pigments and Portland cement mixed according to the manufacturer's instruction
manual.
b) Epoxy type topping hardener shall be a combination of epoxy resins filled with hard and
natural emery or silica quartz aggregates, premixed according to the manufacturer's
instruction manual.
1 021.3.1 Mixture
Concrete topping materials shall be measured accurately in accordance with the
following:
a) Mortar topping shall be one (1) part Portland cement and three (3) parts fine aggregate by
loose volume.
b) Finish topping shall be pure Portland cement properly graded conforming to the
requirements of Item 700, Hydraulic Cement, mixed with water to approved consistency and
plasticity. Where required to be colored cement floor finish, red or green oxide powder shall
be premixed with Portland cement complying with finish topping requirements and the
desired color intensity. Cement floor finish floor hardener shall be premixed as required and
applied in accordance with the manufacturer's instruction manual.
1021.3.3 Application
Before any mortar concrete topping is applied, the prepared concrete base surface
shall first be wetted and grouted with Portland cement.
a) Mortar topping of the thickness specified on the Plans, shall be spread over the prepared
concrete base and shall be float finished using wood hand trowel. Batches of mortar topping
shall be emplaced within one hour of mixing thereof.
b) As soon as the water sheen has disappeared the surface shall be lightly scratched with a
stiff bristle broom
c) The finish topping mixture whether plain, colored, or with floor hardener shall be spread
over the lightly scratched surface before final set taken place and hand troweled to produce a
smooth surface.
d) The finished surface shall be free of trowel marks, have uniform texture and true to a plane
within an allowable tolerance of 3 mm in 3.0 meters.
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Cement floor finished surface shall be covered with burlap or appropriate covering to
avoid injurious action by sun, rain, flowing water and mechanical injury.
1021.3.5 Workmanship
Cement floor shall be finished level and true to finish elevation as shown on the Plans
Finish topping shall have no visible junction marks where one (1) day's work adjoins the
other. V-cut groove lines shall be provided where shown on the Plans or as directed by the
Engineer.
1022.1 Description
This Item shall consist of furnishing all materials, tools, equipment including labor
required in undertaking the proper application of stucco finish as shown on the Plans and in
accordance with this Specifications.
1022.2.1 Cement
Portland cement (white or ordinary gray) shall conform with the specification
requirements defined in Item 700, Hydraulic Cement.
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1022.3.1 Surface Preparation
Well surface and other masonry areas indicated on the Plans to receive stucco shall be
cleaned of all projection, dust loose particles and foreign matters. It shall be thoroughly
wetted with potable water before application of scratch coat.
1022.3.2Type of Mixture
a) For stucco used as acoustical treatment the proportion shall be 1 part cement and three
parts acoustical fiber measured by volume or as recommended by the acoustical
manufacturer. For exterior and interior walls without acoustical treatment the proportion shall
be one (1) part cement blended with two parts marble dust in the case where white cement is
used but for ordinary gray cement use one (1) part cement and two parts washed sand with
1/2 part lime measured by volume.
a) Stucco mixture can be applied with the use of hard brooms made from coconut material.
b) It can also be applied using sandblasting equipments operated manually or electrical driven
machine compressor
c) For an impressive architectural (appearance) effect the applied surface is slightly troweled
before stucco mix has began to set. This surface finish is also called anay finish.
1022.3.4 Workmanship
Stucco finish shall be properly applied true to details, squared and plumbed.
1023.1 Description
The contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment and incidentals necessary
to install granolithic marble flooring where shown on the Plans and specified herein.
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The contractor shall submit 300 mm x 300 mm samples of granolithic marble flooring
to the Engineer for approval, showing the color texture, finish and materials including an
outline of the proposed method of surface preparation and the installation of the granolithic
marble flooring. Included shall be the details of where and how the divider strips shall be
installed.
1023.3.1 Installation
The extent of granolithic flooring areas shall be as indicated in the Finish Schedule
and as shown on the Plans.
The divider strips shall be installed at least 24 hours, prior to application of the
granolithic mix with the tops protruding to a minimum of 0.8 mm above the projected finish
floor elevation.
Place the granolithic mix and trowel to level surface. Trowel led surface shall be
seeded with additional chips if required.
1023.3.2 Curing
The granolithic topping shall be cured at least six (6) days before grinding or until
such time when it has set sufficiently hard to permit machine grinding or rubbing with coarse
carborandum grit without disclosing any surface aggregate.
1023.3.3 Surfacing
After curing all granolithic topping surfaces shall wet and ground with electric
grinding machine to a smooth and even surface. Where it is not possible to use electric
grinding machine, surface shall be hand-rubbed. Use No. 24 abrasive grit stone for the initial
rubbing, then followed by No.40 abrasive grit stone rubbing, after which a light grouting of
white Portland cement paste (grout) of creamy consistency as the matrix used in the topping.
Grout shall remain on the surface until the time of final grinding and cleaning.
1023.3.4 Finishing
Allow at least 72 hours after th8 granolithic surface have been grouted before
removing the grout coat (cleaning and fine stone grinding) by electric grinding machine using
no coarser than No. 80 abrasive grit.
Final grinding or rubbing of granolithic marble surface shall remove scratches and
produce a true surface of uniform color and texture without objectionable irregularities of any
description as that of the approved samples.
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1023.3.5 Cleaning, Waxing and Polishing
Upon completion of final grinding or rubbing of granolithic marble the Contractor
shall apply two coats of natural wax penetrating type. Surface shall be allowed to dry and
polished.
1024.1 Description
This Item shall consist of furnishing all materials, labor, tools and' equipment required
in undertaking the proper application of pea-gravel washout finish as shown on the Plans and
in accordance with this Specification.
1024.2.2 Cement
Portland cement shall conform to the specification requirements defined in Item 700,
Hydraulic Cement. Use one brand of Portland cement throughout the pea gravel washout
finish mix.
All pea gravel washout finish shall be done by me:l experienced and qualified to do
this particular type of trade. The contractor shall submit at least two (2) samples to the
Engineer/Architect for approval measuring 300 mm x 300 mm showing its color, texture and
design patterns.
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1024.3.1Surface Preparation
a) Walks, ramps, driveways and elsewhere indicated on the Plans as pea gravel washout
finish -Shall be properly sloped and rendered under bed.
b) The underbed mixture shall be spread to bring mortar underbed to a level of 16 mm below
the finish floor line.
c) For concrete masonry walls, columns etc. the surface to be applied shall be first rendered a
scratch coat and made true to plane, leveled plumbed and squared then allowed to cure for
seven (7) days.
1024.3.3Application
a) Before, work is started; the slope for drainage should be properly done and provided in the
underbed prepared. Concrete setting bed must be rough and all loose particles or anything
which diminish bond shall be thoroughly cleaned off. The concrete underbed must be kept
wet for at least four (4) hours before the pea gravel mix is applied.
b) Pea gravel washout mix shall be applied with pressure to obtain solid adhesion to the
underbed and setting bed. The finished surface shall be firm, even and monolithically applied.
When the surface applied with pea gravel mix has sufficiently set the cement paste shall be
removed by use of sponge or water spraying equipment used in this specialty trade in order to
expose the pea gravel quarter face but still intact.
1024.3.5 Protection
For proper curing, keep the pea gravel washout finish moistened for a period of at
least seven (7) days by thoroughly welting the surface three (3) times a day and protecting it
from the strong rays of the sun with burlap of layer of sand.
Upon completion of the work and the surface has completely seasoned wash with
clean water and brush thoroughly to produce a clean and sparkling appearance and protected
until work has been accepted.
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All works done under this Item shall be measured in square meters/ lineal meter or
part thereof for work completed and accepted to the satisfaction of the Engineer.
1025.1 Description
This Item shall consist of furnishing a[1 materials, labor, tools and equipment, plant
and other facilities and undertaking the proper application of Bush Hammered finish
complete required as shown on the Plans and n accordance with this Specification.
The contractor shall submit for approval samples of each applied finish 300 mm x 300
mm of different shades to the Engineer. Approved samples shall be kept for future reference.
1025.2.1 Cement
Cement shall be ordinary gray Portland cement conforming with the specification
requirement defined in Item 700, Hydraulic Cement. One brand of Portland cement shall be
used throughout the plaster mortar mix.
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1025.3.3 Application Procedure
1025.3.3.1 Before any application work is commenced all wood moulds for horizontal and
vertical groove joints shall be first established and set.
The scratch coat has to season for seven days.
1025.3.3.2 Surfaces to be applied with adobe plaster motar shall be thoroughly moistened
with fog spray.
1025.3.3.3 Adobe plaster mortar shall be floated to a true and even surface. It may also be
floated/ troweled to a hard fluted surface with series of grooves also known as corduroy
finish.
1025.3.3.4 As soon as the plastered finish is hard enough to react hammering, the surface is
textured by hammering with an ax or hatchet leaving or exposing the natural appearance of
the aggregate composition of mortar mixture.
1025.3.4 Workmanship
Bush hammered finish shall be level, plumbed squared and true to a tolerance of 3
mm without 3 m without caves, crack blisters, pits crazing, discolorations, projection or other
imperfections. Plastering work shall be formed carefully around angles, contours and cants.
Special care shall be taken to prevent 'sagging and consequent dropping of applications.
There shall be no junction marks in the finish where one day work adjoins another. Where
required and as directed by the Engineer provide vertical and horizontal groove joints.
The work quantified and determined in the preceding section or as provided in the Bill
of Quantities shall be paid for at the Contract unit bid which price and payment constitute full
compensation including labor, materials, tools, equipment and other incidentals necessary to
complete this Item.
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ITEM 1026- PEBBLE WASHOUT FINISH
1026.1 Description
This Item shall consist of furnishing all materials, labor, tools and equipment required
in undertaking the proper application of pebble, washout finish as shown on :!le Plans and in
accordance with this Specification.
1026.2.1 Pebble
Pebble shall be well graded stones sized ranging from #4 to #10 rounded specie like
Luna Stones, Boracay, etc.
1 026.2.2 Cement
Cement shall be Portland type conforming to Item 700, Hydraulic Cement. It can be
of gray or white specie depending on the tone or color scheme approved.
1026.3.2 Mixture
Pebble washout finish mix shall consist of one part Portland cement and two parts
pebble measured by volume or a proportion equivalent to 1:2. Mixtures shall be in approved
containers to ensure that the specified materials are controlled and accurately measured.
Mixtures measured by shovel or shovel counts will not be permitted. Unless specified
otherwise pebble washout mix shall be in the proportion by volume in approved mixing
machines or mortar boxes. The aggregates introduced and mixed in such a manner that the
materials will be uniformly distributed throughout the mass. A sufficient amount of water
shall be added gradually and the mass further mixed until a mortar plasticity necessary for the
purpose intended is obtained. Mortar boxes, pans etc. where mixtures are mixed shall be keep
clean and free from debris or dried mortar.
1026.3.3Application
a) Before any application, work is started the Contractor shall establish all wood mould for
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vertical and horizontal groove lines after the scratch coat has seasoned for seven .days in
the
case of masonry wall or concrete columns, beams, parapets, etc.
b) In the case of finish flooring application and the like the slope of drainage .should be
properly
provided and design pattern properly placed. The proposed underbed shall be done to a
level
of 16 mm below the finish floor line to accommodate the pebble washout mix.
c) The prepared surfaces to receive the pebble washout mix shall be kept damp for at least
four
(4) hours before the application work is commenced.
d) Pebble washout finish mix shall be applied with pressure to obtain solid adhesion to the
prepared surface.
e) The applied surface shall be firm, even and monolithic ally applied, then allowed to set
initially.
f) When the applied surface has initially set to withstand the removal of the cement paste
spray
evenly by spray apparatus to washout and cement paste on the outer surface so that the
pebbles are partly exposed or by means of paint brush and water, or by means of spray
washing down the cement paste leaving the pebbles partially exposed in their natural
texture
appearance.
1026.3.4Workmanship
a) Pebble washout finish shall be leveled, plumbed, squared true within a tolerance of 3 mm
in 3 m without caves cracks, blisters, pits crazing, discoloration, projections, or other
imperfections.
b) Special care shall be taken to prevent sagging and consequent drooping of applications.
c) There shall be no invisible junction marks in the finish surface where one day work adjoins
another.
d) Where required or directed by the Engineer/ Architect provide vertical and horizontal
groove joints.
a) When the pebble washout surface has finally set the surface shall be kept wet or moist for
at least six days.
b) After all other trade have been completed the pebbles washout finish surfaces shall be
saturated with diluted hydrochloric acid and cleaned with steel brush.
c) Allow the clean surface to dry then apply a coat of silicon water repellant to protect the
natural physical appearance of the pebble washout finish.
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The work done under this Item as provided in the Bill of Quantities shall be paid for
at the contract unit bid which price and payments constitute full compensation including
labor, materials, tools, equipment and incidentals necessary to complete this Item.
1027.1 Description
This Item shall consist of furnishing all cement plaster materials, labor, tools and
equipment required in undertaking cement plaster finish as shown on the Plans and in
accordance with this Specification.
1027.2.1 Cement
Portland cement shall conform with the requirements as defined in Item 700,
Hydraulic Cement.
1027.3.1 Mixture
a) Mortar mixture for brown coat shall be freshly prepared and uniformly mixed in the
proportion by volume of one part Portland Cement, three (3) parts sand and one fourth
(1/4) part hydrated lime.
b) Finish coat shall be pure Portland Cement properly graded conforming to the
requirements of Item 700, Hydraulic Cement and mixed with water to approved
consistency and plasticity.
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a) After removals of formworks reinforce concrete surfaces shall be roughened to
improve adhesion of cement plaster.
b) Surfaces to receive cement plaster shall be cleaned of all projections, dust, loose
particles, grease and bond breakers. Before any application of brown coat is
commenced all surfaces that are to be plastered shall be wetted thoroughly with clean
water to produce a uniformly moist condition.
1027.3.3 Application
a) Brown coat mortar mix shall be applied with sufficient pressure starting from the
lower portion of the surface to fill the grooved and to prevent air pockets in the
reinforced concrete/masonry work and avoid mortar mix drooping. The brown coat
shall be lightly broomed/ or scratch before surface had properly set and allowed to
cure.
b) Finish coat shall not be applied until after the brown coat has seasoned for seven days
and corrective measures had been done by the Contractor on surfaces that are
defective. Just before the application of the finish coat, the brown coat surface shall be
evenly moistened with potable water. Finish coat shall be floated first to a tue and
even surface, then troweled in a manner that will force the mixture to penetrate into
the brown coat. Surfaces applied with finish coat shall then be smooth with paper in a
circular motion to remove trowel marks, checks and blemishes. All cement plaster
finish shall be 10 mm thick minimum on vertical concrete and/or masonry walls.
Wherever indicated on the Plans to be "Simulated Red Brick Finish", the Contractor shall
render brick design on plaster surface before brown coat had properly set and then allowed to
dry. Cement plaster shall not be applied directly to:
a) Concrete or masonry surface that had been coated with bituminous compound and,
b) Surfaces that had been painted and previously plastered.
1027.3.4 Workmanship
Cement plaster finish shall be true to details and plumbed. Finish surface shall have
no visible junction marks where one (1) Day's work adjoins the other. Where directed by the
Engineer or as shown on the Plans vertical and horizontal groove joints shall be 25 mm wide
and 10 mm deep.
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1027 (a) Cement plaster finish m2
1028.1 Description
This Item shall consist of furnishing synthetic adobe materials, labor, tools and
equipment necessary and undertaking synthetic adobe works as shown on the Plans and in
accordance with this Specifications.
1028.3.2 Mixture
Synthetic adobe tool finish shall be a mixture of crushed and pulverized adobe stones
and Portland cement. It shall be uniformly mixed in the proportion by volume of one part
Portland cement and two parts crushed and pulverized adobe stones. Where approved to
blend sea shell or marble chips the same shall be premixed.
1028.3.3 Application
The Contractor shall establish all wood mould for groove joints after the prepared
surface has seasoned for seven days. The surface shall be evenly moistened with fog spray.
Synthetic adobe plaster mix shall be floated to a true and even surface. It may also be
troweled to a hard fluted surface with series of grooves. As soon as the plastering is hard
enough, the surface is textured by means of fine hammering to produce the desired external
effect.
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The applied adobe plaster when appropriate to react shall be finished with fine
hammering. The textured surface shall expose the natural appearance of the
aggregate composition of mix.
1028.3.5 Workmanship
Synthetic adobe finish shall be level, plumbed squared and true to a tolerance of 3 mm
without caves, cracks blisters, pits, crazing, discolorations, projections or other imperfections.
Plaster work shall be formed carefully around angels, contours and cants. Special care shall
be taken to prevent sagging and consequent dropping of applications. There shall be no
junction marks in the finish where one day work adjoins another. Where required and as
directed by the Engineer provide vertical and horizontal groove joints.
1029.1 Description
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This Item shall consist of furnishing all granitite washout materials, labor, tools and
equipment requires in undertaking granitite washout finishing works as shown on the Plans
and in accordance with this Specification.
1029.2.3 Cement
Portland cement (white or ordinary gray) shall conform to the Specification
requirement defined in Item 700, Hydraulic Cement.
1029.3.2 Mixture
Granitite washout mixed shall be a mixture of Portland cement marble granules
blended with pea gravel and Portland cement. It shall be uniformly mixed in the proportion
by volume of one part white or gray Portland cement and two parts marble granules and one
half part pea gravel.
1029.3.3 Application
The Contractor shall establish all wood moulds for groove lines after the scratch coat
has seasoned for seven days. The scratch coat shall be evenly moistened with fog spray
before granitite washout plaster shall be troweled and floated to a true and even surface.
1029.3.5 Workmanship
Granitite washout finish shall be leveled, plumbed, squared and true within a
tolerance of 3 mm in 3 m without caves, cracks, blisters, pits, crazing, discolorations,
projections or other imperfections. Plaster work shall be formed carefully around angles,
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contours, and cants. Special care shall be taken to prevent sagging and consequent drooping
of applications. There shall be no visible junction marks in the finish where one day's work
adjoins another. Where required and as directed by the Engineer provide vertical and
horizontal groove joints.
1030.1 Description
This Item shall consist of furnishing and installing acoustical ceiling materials, tool,
labor and equipment necessary as shown on the Plans and Specifications.
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4. Flexural Strength 20-25 kgf/cm2 JIS A 6307
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5. Thermal Conductivity 0.047 kcal/mhc JIS A 6307
6. Light Reflectance LRI (87%) ASTM C 523
7. Non-combustibility Approved by the Japanese Ministry of Construction as non-
combustible Class 1 under the approval of No.1021
8. Flame Spread Class 1 (O-25) ASTM E 84
9. Flame Spread Class 25 US Federal Specs SS-s
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1030.3.5 Guarantee
The materials and workmanship furnished under this Item shall be guaranteed by the
acoustical contractor for a period of one (1) year from the completion date and final
inspection and accepted in writing by the Engineer. Any defective materials or workmanship
shall be replaced and corrected by the acoustical contractor.
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The quantity determined shall be paid for at the Contract Unit Price which price
constitute full compensation including labor, materials, tools and equipment and incidentals
necessary to complete this Item.
1031.1 Description
This Item shall consist of furnishing all materials, tools, labor, equipment and
performing all operations for all acoustical treatment requirement as shown on the Plans and
in accordance with this Specification.
The Contractor shall verify and examine all surfaces to be applied with acoustical
treatment and the conditions under which acoustical treatment and the conditions under
which tiles/boards/panel are to be installed and must notify all unsatisfactory conditions to
the Architect/ Engineer before any work is performed.
a) Surfaces to be applied with sprayed-on acoustical material shall be clean dry, free
from irregularities and tested for adhesive bond.
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b) Ceiling T-runners or plywood backing as the case may be shall be properly
aligned, level, rigidly anchored, true to vertical height requirements.
c) Partitions, wall to be rendered acoustical treatment shall be true to details
properly plumbed and rigidly anchored.
1031.3.2 Installation
1031.3.4 Guarantee
The materials and workmanship furnished under this Item shall be guaranteed by the
acoustical contractor for a period of one (1) year from the completion date and final
inspection and accepted in writing by the Engineer. Any defective materials or workmanship
shall be replaced and corrected by the contractor without extra cost borne to the owner.
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ITEM 1032 - PAINTING, VARNISHING AND OTHER RELATED WORKS
1032.1 Description
This Item shall consist of furnishing all paint materials, varnish and other related
products, labor, tools, equipment and plant required in undertaking the proper application of
painting, varnishing and related works indicated on the Plans and in accordance with this
Specification.
1032.2.6 Varnish
Varnish shall be a homogeneous solution of resin, drying oil, drier and solvent. It
shall be extremely durable clear coating, highly resistant to wear and tear without cracking,
peeling, whitening, spotting, etc. with minimum loss of gloss for a maximum period of time.
1032.2.7 Lacquer
Lacquer shall be any type of organic coating that dries rapidly and solely by
evaporation of the solvent. Typical solvent are acetates, alcohols and ketones. Although
lacquers were generally based on nitrocellulose, manufacturers currently use, vinyl resins,
plasticizers and reacted drying oils to improve adhesion and elasticity.
1032.2.8 Shellac
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Shellac shall be a solution of refined lac resin in denatured alcohol. It dries by
evaporation of the alcohol. The resin is generally furnished in orange and bleached grades.
1032.2.12 Schedule
Exterior
a) Plain cement plastered finish to be painted -3 coats Acrylic base masonry paint
b) Concrete exposed aggregate and/or tool finish -1 coat water repellant
c) Ferrous metal -1 coat primer and 2 coats enamel pain
d) Galvanized metal -1 coat zinc chromate primer and
2 coats portland cement paint
e) Wood painted finish -3 coats oil based paint
f) Wood varnished finish - varnish water repellant
Interior
a) Plain cement plastered finish to be painted - 2 coats acrylic base masonry paint
b) Concrete exposed agree gate and/or tool finish - clean surface
c) Ferrous metal -1 coat primer and 2 coats enamel paint
d) Woodwork sea-mist -3 coats of 3 parts thinner 1 part lacquer
e) Woodwork varnish - 1st coat, of one part sanding sealer to
one part solvent 2nd coat of 2/3
sanding sealer to 1/3 solvent
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g) Ceiling boards textured finish -1 coat oil based paint allow to dry
then patch surfaces unevenness and
apply
textured paint coat
The Contractor prior to commencement of the painting, varnishing and related work
shall examine the surfaces to be applied in order not to jeopardize the quality and
appearances of the painting varnishing and related works.
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1032.3.1 Surface Preparation
All surfaces shall be in proper condition to receive the finish. Woodworks shall be
hand-sanded smooth and dusted clean. All knotholes pitch pockets or sappy portions shall be
sealed with natural wood filler. Nail holes, cracks or defects shall be carefully puttied after
the first coat, matching the color of paint.
Interior woodworks shall be sandpapered between coats. Cracks, holes of
imperfections in plaster shall be filled with patching compound and smoothed off to match
adjoining surfaces.
Concrete and masonry surfaces shall be coated with concrete neutralizer and allowed
to dry before any painting primer coat is applied. When surface is dried apply first coating.
Hairline cracks and unevenness shall be patched and sealed with approved putty or patching
compound.
After all defects are corrected apply the finish coats as specified on the Plans (color scheme
approved).
Metal shall be clean, dry and free from mill scale and rust. Remove all grease and oil
from surfaces. Wash unprimed galvanized metal with etching solution and allow it to dry.
Where required to prime coat surface with Red Lead Primer same shall be approved by the
Engineer.
In addition the Contractor shall undertake the following:
1. Voids, cracks, nick etc. will be repaired with proper patching material and
finished flushed with surrounding surfaces.
2. Marred or damaged shop coats on metal shall be spot primed with appropriate
metal primer.
3. Painting and varnishing works shall not be commenced when it is too hot or cold.
4. Allow appropriate ventilation during application and drying period.
5. All hardware will be fitted and removed or protected prior to painting and
varnishing works.
1032.3.2 Application
Paints when applied by brush shall become non-fluid, thick enough to lay down as
adequate film of wet paint. Brush marks shall flaw out after application of paint.
Paints made for application by roller must be similar to brushing paint. It must be
nonstick when thinned to spraying viscosity so that it will break up easily into droplets.
Paint is atomized by high pressure pumping rather than broken up by the large volume
·of air mixed with it. These procedures change the required properties of the paint.
1032.3.4 Storage
All material to be used under this Item shall be stored in a single place to be
designated by the Engineer and such place shall be kept .
neat and clean at all time. Necessary precaution to avoid fire must be observed by removing
oily rags, waste, etc. at the end of daily work.
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1032.3.5 Cleaning
All cloths and cotton waste which constitute fire hazards shall be placed in metal
containers or destroyed at the end of daily works. Upon completion of the work, all staging,
scaffolding and paint containers shall be removed. Paint drips, oil, or stains on adjacent
surfaces shall be removed and the entire job left clean and acceptable to the Engineer.
a) All paints shall be evenly applied. Coats shall be of proper consistency and well
brushed out so as to show a minimum of brush marks.
b) All coats shall be thoroughly dry before the succeeding coat is applied.
c) Where surfaces are not fully covered or cannot be satisfactorily finished in the
number of coats specified such preparatory coats and subsequent coats as may be
required shall be applied to attain the desired evenness of surface without extra
cost to the owner.
d) Where surface is not in proper condition to receive the coat the Engineer shall be
notified immediately. Work on the questioned portion(s) shall not start until
clearance be proceed is ordered by , the Engineer.
e) Hardware, lighting fixture and other similar items shall be removed or 'protected
during the painting varnishing and related work operations and re-installed after
completion of the work.
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d) Apply primer surfaces and then allow drying in two (2) hours before applying the
next coat.
e) Apply a coat of flat tone semi-gloss enamel as per color scheme submitted and
approved by the Engineer.
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PART D - ELECTRICAL
ITEM 1100 - CONDUITS, BOXES & FITTINGS
1100.1 Description
This Item shall consist of the furnishing and installation of the complete conduit work
consisting of electrical conduits; conduit boxes such as junction boxes, pull boxes, utility
boxes, octagonal and square boxes; conduit fittings such as couplings, locknuts and bushings
and other electrical materials needed to complete the conduit roughing-in work of this
project.
All materials shall be brand new and shall be of the approved type meeting all the
requirements of the Philippine Electrical Code and bearing the Philippine Standard Agency
(PSA) mark.
Conduits
Conduits shall be standard rigid steel, zinc coated or galvanized. Intermediate metal
conduit may be used if shown or specified on the approved Plans. PVC conduit if required
shall be Schedule 40. Enamel coated steel conduits and conduits with rough inner surfaces
are not acceptable.
Conduit Boxes
All conduit boxes shall be Code gauge steel and galvanized. Outlet boxes shall be
galvanized pressed steel of standard make. In general, outlet boxes shall be at least 100 mm
square or octagonal, 53 mm deep and 16 mm minimum gauge.
Conduit Fittings
All conduit fittings such as locknuts and bushings shall be galvanized of standard
make.
Conduits
Conduits should be cut square with a hacksaw and reamed. Bends shall be made with
the required radius. In making bends only conduit bending apparatus will be used. The use of
a pipe tee or vise for bending conduits shall not be permitted. Conduits which have been
crushed, deformed or flattened shall not be installed. No running thread shall be allowed.
Conduit runs crossing construction joints of the building shall be provided with standard
expansion fittings of the approved type.
No conduits shall be used in any system smaller than 12 mm diameter electric trade
size nor shall have more than four (4) 9O-degree bends in anyone run and where necessary,
pull boxes shall be provided.
All ends of conduits which are left empty in cabinets and conduit boxes shall be
plugged with lead or approved pipe caps so as to prevent the entrance of white ants and dirt
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within the conduit system. Pull wires shall be inserted in the empty ducts before they are
closed with lead or pipe caps and shall be left therein for future use.
On exposed work, all pipes and outlet boxes shall be secured by means of galvanized
metal clamps which shall be held in place by means of machine screws. When running over
concrete surfaces, the screws shall be held in place by means of expansion sleeves for big
pipes and rolled lead sheet for small pipes. All pipes shall be run at right angles to and
parallel with the surrounding walls. No diagonal run shall be allowed and all bends and
offsets shall be avoided as much as possible. Conduits shall be supported at 1,500 mm
intervals maximum.
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(4) Conduit pipe elbow pieces
(5) Connector pieces
(6) Conduit clamp pieces
(7) PVC adapter pieces
(8) G.I Wire G.A # 14 kilos
(9) Hacksaw Blade pieces
(10) PVC Tape 19 mm dia x 18 mm rolls
(11) Rubber Tape 19 mm dia x 227g rolls
(12) PVC Solvent Cement @ 400 cc cans
(13) PVC End Ball pieces
(14) Octagonal junction boxes pieces
(15) Utility Boxes pieces
(16) Metal Pull Box pieces
(17) Square Box pieces
(18) Telephone Cabinet set
(19) Reinforced Concrete pedestal Pole lot
(20) Read Lead Point lot
(21) Wetherhead with type “F” condulet pieces
(22) Grounding Rod copperweld lenght
20 mm dia x 3 m
(23) Apitong or Approved equal pieces
creosoted wood pole
(24) Anchor Rod-mm dia pieces
(25) Anchor Log-mm dia pieces
(26) Powerload Studs with nuts pieces
For fluorescent lamp, it shall be 40-watt rapid start cool-white. All fluorescent ballast
shall be 230 volt, high power factor, of good quality materials and approved by the
Bureau of Product Standards (BPS).
2. Material Requirements
All materials to be used shall conform to the BPS specification.
3. Construction Requirements
All grounding system installation shall be executed in accordance with the
approved plans.
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Grounding system shall include building perimeter ground wires, ground rods,
clamps, connectors, ground wells and ground wire taps as shown in the approved
design.
1100.9 Important requirement regarding supervision of the work and submission of certificate
of completion.
All wiring installation herein shall be done under the direct supervision of a licensed
Electrical Engineer at the expense of the Contractor. The contractor shall submit the
certificate of completion duly approved by the owner's representative.
1101.1 Description
This Item shall consist of the furnishing and installation of all wires and wiring
devices consisting of electric wires and cables, wall switches, convenience receptacles, heavy
duty receptables and other devices shown on the approved Plans but not mentioned in these
specifications.
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1101.3 Construction Requirements
Conductors or wires shall not be drawn in conduits until after the cement piaster is dry
and the conduits are thoroughly cleaned and free from dirt and moisture. In drawing wires
into conduits, sufficient slack shall be allowed to permit easy connections for fixtures,
switches, receptacles and other wiring devices without the use of additional splices.
All conductors of convenience outlets and lighting branch circuit home runs shall be
wired with a minimum of 3.5 mm in size. Circuit home runs to panel boards shall not be
smaller than 3.5 mm but all home runs to panel board more than 30 meters shall not be
smaller than 5.5 mm. No conductor shall be less than 2 mm in size.
All wires of 14mm and larger in size shall be connected to panels and apparatus by
means of approved type lugs or connectors of the solder less type, sufficiently large enough
to enclose all strands of the conductors and securely fastened. They shall not loosen under
vibration or normal strain.
All joints, taps and splices on wires larger than 14 mm shall be made of suitable
solder less connectors of the approved type and size. They shall be taped with rubber and
PVC tapes providing insulation not less than that of the conductors.
No splices or joints shall be permitted in either feeder or branch conductors except
within outlet boxes or accessible junction boxes or pull boxes. All joints in branch circuit
wiring shall be made mechanically and electrically secured by approved splicing devices and
taped with rubber and PVC tapes in a manner which will make their insulation as that of the
conductor.
All wall switches and receptacles shall be fitted with standard Bakelite face plate
covers. Device plates for flush mounting shall be installed with all four edges in continuous
contact with finished wall surfaces without the use of coiled wire or similar devices. Plaster
fillings will not be permitted. Plates installed in wet locations shall be gasketed.
When more than one switch or device is indicated in a single location, gang plate shall
be used.
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bakelite cover with 9.52 center hole
(9) Window type air conditioning pieces
outlet 3-prong polarized type
(10) Bare copper wire meters
(11) Grounding clamps for electric wires pieces
(12) Messenger wire meters
(13) Guy wire meters
(14) Vibrating Bell set
(15) Traffic light Control Panel set
(16) Traffic light metal enclosures complete set
with red and green light provided
with reflectors and 152 mm diameter vibrating bell
1102.1 Description
This Item shall consist of the furnishing and installation of the power load center unit
substation or low voltage switchgear and distribution panel boards at the location shown or
the approved Plans complete with transformer, circuit breakers, cabinets and all accessories,
completely wired and ready for service.
Items (a) and (b) above could be substituted with a power circuit breaker with the
correct rating and capacity.
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Transformer Section
The transformer section shall consist of a power transformer with ratings and
capacities as shown on the plans. It shall be oil liquid-filled non-flammable type and designed
in accordance with the latest applicable standards.
The transformer shall be provided with four (4 approximately 2 1/2 % rated KVA taps
on the primary winding in most cases one (1) above and three (3) below rated primary
voltage and shall be changed by means of externally gang-operated manual tap changer only
when the transformer is de-energized. Tap changing under load is acceptable if transformer
has been so designed.
The following accessories shall be provided with the transformer, namely: drain
valve, sampling device, filling connection, oil liquid level gauge, ground pad, top filter press
connection, lifting lugs, diagrammatic nameplate, relief valve, thermometer and other
necessary related accessories.
The high-voltage and low-voltage bushings and transition flange shall be properly
coordinated for field connection to the incoming line section and low voltage switchboard
section, respectively.
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Circuit breakers shall each be of the indicating type, providing "ON" - "OFF"
and "TRIP" positions of the operating handles and shall each be provided with
nameplate for branch circuit designation. The circuit breaker shall be so designed that
an overload or short on one pole automatically causes all poles to open.
Low-Voltage' Switchgear
(For projects requiring 'low-voltage switchgear only).
The Contractor shall furnish and install low-voltage switchgear at the location
shown on the plans. It shall be metal-clad, dead front, free standing, safety type
construction and shall have copper bus bars of sufficient size, braced to resist
allowable root mean square (RMS) symmetrical short circuit stresses, and all
necessary accessories.
The low-voltage switchgear shall consist of the switchgear housing, secondary
metering, main breaker and feeder branch circuit breakers and all necessary
accessories, completely wired, ready for service.
Grounding System:
All non-current carrying metallic parts like conduits, cabinets and
equipment frames shall be properly grounded in accordance with the
Philippine Electrical Code, latest edition.
The size of the ground rods and ground wires shall be as shown on the
approved Plans. The ground resistance shall not be more than 5 ohms.
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The work under this Item shall be measured either by set and pieces actually placed
and installed as shown on the approved Plans.
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