SECTION 09900
PAINTING
PART - 1 GENERAL
1.01 GENERAL
A. General: provide all work necessary to complete all field painting and finishing
of all items of architectural works, interior and exterior which require paint finish
for protection and/or appearance in accordance with the requirements of the
Contract Documents.
B. Painting work shall be executed by an approved specialist Sub-contractor.
1.02 DESCRIPTION
A. The Contractor shall examine other Sections of the Specifications for the various
other trades and shall thoroughly familiarize himself with all such terms and
surfaces to be included in this work which are not included in other Sections.
B. The term “paint”, as used herein, includes paints, enamels, stains, varnishes,
lacquers, sealers, fillers and other types of coatings whether used as primers,
intermediate or finish coats.
C. Refer to the COLOR SCHEDULE (to be issued by the Engineer) for a list of the
areas and surfaces to be painted together with the colors, texts and luster (sheen)
required for the various surfaces.
D. The paint systems specified in Section “PAINTING SCHEDULE” list the basic
painting systems. prior to beginning work the Contractor will be furnished
sample color chips for colors specified into he COLOR SCHEDULE, for all
surfaces to be painted and finished. Match the colors of the chips and submit
samples as hereinafter-specified before proceeding. Colors may not be the
manufacturer’s standard colors and special colors shall be provided as required.
1.03 RELATED WORKS SPECIFIED ELSEWHERE
A. Shop Primed Items: Certain items of work are specified under other Sections to
be shop primed with finish painting specified in this Section.
B. Shop Primed Items: Certain items of work are specified under Sections to be
shop finished and do not require finish painting in the filed.
C. Wood preservative treatments, specified under CARPENTRY WORK
Section.
D. Painted lines at parking area, specified under PARKING MARKING Section.
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E. Identification stenciling required for utility lines and ducts, specified under
respect MECHANICAL and ELECTRICAL Section.
1.04 REFERENCES/STANDARDS
1. SSPC-SP (Surface Preparation Specifications).
2. SSPC-PT (Pre-treatment Specifications) SSPC-PA (Paint Application
Specifications). Steel Structures Painting Manual, Volume 2, “Systems and
Specifications” published by the Steel Structure painting Council, 400 Fifty
Avenue, Pittsburgh, Pa. and by reference are made a part of the painting
specifications.
1.05 SUBMITTALS
A. Manufacturer’s Data: Submit to the Engineer the manufacturer’s specifications
and installation instructions for paint materials and systems, including
certifications, verification of mill thickness specified and other data to show
compliance with these specifications.
B. Detailed Painting Schedule: Submit a “Detailed Painting Schedule” for
review of the Engineer. Prepare this schedule on the basis of surfaces, types of
paint materials, types of primers and sealer, number of coats and list the brand
name of the product of the manufacturer for each use.
C. Samples: Submit to the Engineer samples as hereinafter listed. Sample submittal
shall be for color and texture only. Complain with all other requirements is the
exclusive responsibility of the Contractor.
1. Sample Boards: Match Engineer’s Color chips on 300 x 300mm hardboard,
with color, texture and sheen duplicated to simulate actual conditions.
Resubmit sample boards as necessary for selection by the Engineer.
2. Sample Areas: Using selected 300 x 300 mm sample boards as a guide and
prepare and finish partial areas as directed by the Engineer for final
approval of color, texture and sheen. When approved, these areas
shall serve as the standard for workmanship, appearance and materials for
similar areas throughout the project.
1.06 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Where manufacture makes more than one grade of any material specified, this
applicator shall use the highest grade of each type, whether or not the material is
mentioned by trade name in these specifications.
B. Include on labels of all containers the manufacturers name, the product name and
number, the color and the batch number.
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C. All work shall conform to applicable parts of MPW General Specifications.
1.07 ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
A. Paint shall not be applied in rain, fog or mist, or when the air is dust laden, or
when the relative humidity exceeds 85%. Paints, other than water-thinned
coatings, shall be applied only to surfaces that are completely free of surfaces
moisture as determined by sight, touch and moisture meter, as specified.
B. Paint shall not be applied when temperature of the surfaces to be painted and the
surrounding atmosphere is below 10 Deg. C. for water thinned coatings and
below 7 Deg. C. for other coatings. Maintain temperatures within the building at
a minimum of 16 Deg.C. during painting and drying periods.
C. During periods of inclement weather, painting may be continued if the areas and
surfaces to be painted are enclosed and artificial heat is supplied, provided that
temperature and humidity conditions prescribed above are maintained.
D. Where the paint manufacturer’s specifications or instruction differ from the
above specifications, the more stringent requirements shall apply to this work.
1.08 DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING
A. All materials shall be stored in designated spaces in a manner, which meets the
requirements of applicable code and fire regulations. When not in use, such
spaces shall be kept locked and in accessible to those not employed under this
Section. Each space shall be provided with a fire extinguisher of carbon dioxide
or Dry Chemical type bearing the label of the National Board of Fire
Underwriters’ and tag of recent inspection
B. All materials shall be brought to the site and stored in the mixing room in
manufacturer’s original sealed containers, bearing the manufacturer’s standard
label, indicating type and color. Materials shall be delivered in sufficient
quantities in advance of the time needed in order that work will not be delayed in
any way.
C. Deliver work under this Section to site in ample time to avoid delay in job
progress and at such items as to permit proper coordination of the various parts.
1.09 PROTECTION
A. Place paint or solvent soaked rags, waste, or other materials which might
constitute a fire hazard in metal containers and remove from premises t the close
of each days work. Take every precaution to avoid damage by fire.
B. Protect the work of all other trades against damage the progress of the painting
and finishing work. Repair any damage done.
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C. Re-finish any work made necessary by defective workmanship or materials, or
carelessness as directed by the Engineer.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.01 ACCEPTABLE MANUFACTURERS ARE
1 GTC Paint Limited Co., Kuwait
Tel: 24836988
2. Hempal Paints Co., Kuwait
Tel: 24842634
3. Jotum Paints Co., Kuwait
Tel: 24763293
4 Armourcoat Limited
Morewood Close London Road
Sevenoaks Kent TN13 2HU United Kingdom
Tel: +44(0)1732 460 668
Fax: +44(0) 1732 450 930
Email: technical@armourcoat.co.uk
Web: www.armourcoat.com
2.02 GENERAL
A. All materials used into he work shall be as hereinafter specified. No claims as to
the suitability of any material specified, or the Contractor’s inability to produce
first class work with these materials will be considered.
B. Provide only absolutely pure linseed oil, turpentine, shellac and other like
materials that are of the highest quality with identifying labels intact and seals
unbroken. Use no thinners other than those specified by the manufacturer.
C. Use only primers and undercoats that are suitable for each surface to be covered
and that are compatible with the finish coat required.
D. Use products of the same manufacturer for succeeding coats. Where shop primed
materials are to be finish painted and/or prime coat materials are by a different
manufacture than the finish coat materials, confirm compatibility of the primers
with the manufacturer of the finish coat paints.
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2.03 MATERIALS
A. Knotting:
Shall comply with B.S. 1336.
B. Stopping:
Stopping for:
1. Plaster work shall be a plaster based filler.
2. Concrete rendering or brickwork shall be similar material to the background
and shall be finished with a similar texture.
3. Internal woodwork, plywood, shall be putty complying with B.S. 544 and
shall be tinted to match the color of the undercoat.
4. External woodwork shall be white lead paste and shall be tinted to match the
color of the undercoat.
5. Clear finished woodwork shall be a stopping tinted to match the surrounding
woodwork.
C. Linseed Oil:
1. Refined linseed oil shall comply with B.S. 242.
2. Raw linseed oil shall comply with B.S. 243.
3. Boiled linseed oil shall comply with BS 259.
D. Turpentine:
Turpentine shall comply with B.S. 244 and B.S. 290.
E. White Spirit:
White spirit shall comply with B.S. 245.
F. Priming/Under Coat:
1. For plaster and concrete surfaces shall be an alkali resistant primer obtained
from the maker of undercoat and finished coat to be used.
2. For alkaline surfaces shall be special primers obtained from the maker of
undercoat and finishing coats.
3. For bituminous surfaces to be finished with oil paint: special primer
recommended by the maker of undercoat and finishing coats.
4. For iron and steel work: Red oxide priming paint complying with B.S. 2524.
5. For external galvanized steel work: Apply a wash coat for the pre-treatment
of new galvanized surfaces. Use GDA 160, each solution of International
paint Kuwait or equivalent.
6. For internal wood work: an approved leadless white or light grey primary
paint, compatible with undercoat and finishing coats and obtained from the
same maker.
7. For external wood work: a ready mixed aluminium primary paint to comply
with B.S. 4756.
8. For hardwood: a special ready mixed primer obtained from the maker of the
undercoat and finished coats.
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9. For external white textured paint: use an alkali resistant under coat.
‘Kupagrard exterior masonry coating manufactured by the International
paint, Kuwait or equivalent shall be used.
10. For internal white textured paint: use an acrylic co-polymer type under coat.
‘Kupagrard textured coating’ as manufactured by the International paint,
Kuwait or equivalent shall be used.
G. Emulsion Paint:
Emulsion paint shall be of the polyvinyl acetate type as manufactured by
International Paint, Kuwait or approved equal. Thinner shall be supplied by the
same manufacturer.
H. Oil Paints:
Hard gloss and flat oil paints and their respective undercoats shall be from
International Paint, Kuwait or approved equal.
I. Oil alkyd based enamel paint for external galvanized steel work:
Apply an undercoat based on a thixotropic alkyd resin, air-drying type (Kuplain
undercoat). Apply two coats of oil alkyd resign based gloss enamel paint
(Kupalin gloss enamel) Paint manufactured by International paint, Kuwait or
equal to be used.
J. Paint for external fine smooth painting works:
Apply 2 full coats over a thinned down primer coat as per manufacturer’s
instructions. Use kupagrd exterior masonry coating of International paint, Kuwaiti
or equivalent.
K. Fine smooth paint for internal use:
Apply as a two-coat system over a thinned down primer coat. Use ‘Kupasand
textured coating \’ manufactured by International paint, Kuwait or equivalent.
J. Teak Oil:
Teak oil shall be of an approved brand and applied in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions.
K. Varnish:
Varnish for woodwork shall be of an approved brand.
2.03 COMPATIBILITY OF COATINGS
A. It is essential that paints applied in the shop and in the field be mutually
compatible. Shop drawings for fabricated items will indicate manufacturer and
type of shop coat applied.
B. This applicator shall determine that the materials specified in the Painting
Schedule are compatible with shop coats to which these materials are to be
applied and he shall bring to the Engineer’s attention any condition which may
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require a change in the specifications before proceeding with his work. Failure to
do so shall be construed as acceptance of the paints specified and this applicator
shall corrupt at his own expense, any defects in his work resulting from the use of
such materials.
C. No claim by this applicator concerning the unsuitability of any material specified
or his ability to produce first class work with same will be entertainment after
Contract is signed.
2.04 COLORS
A. The Engineer will furnish a schedule of colors for each area and surface. All
colors shall be mixed in accordance with manufacturers instructions.
B. Colors shall be pure, non-fading pigments, mildew proof, sun proof, finely
ground in approved medium. Colors used on concrete, wallboard surfaces (as
applicable) shall be lime proof. All materials shall be subject to the Engineer’s
approval.
2.05 PAINT OVER EXTERNAL CONCRETE/BLOCKWALL
A. External Paint System – Shall be including plastering the external block/concrete
wall surface and applying paint in the following sequence:
A-1 Expanded metal lathe (UK made) over whole are of plaster and painting
surfaces including corner/stop beads as per requirements.
A-2 Grouting of surfaces including special additives of approved suppliers.
A-3 Apply sand cement plaster (1:3) as per required thickness, smooth surface
applying special approved supplier's additives.
A-4 Provide all required joints (Expansion and Architectural joints).
A-5 Apply approved manufacturer rever 5 mm thick as per required colour.
A-6 Provide two (2) coats of protection layer.
B. Paint System for exterior quality 5 mm thick paint finish including protection
layer may be used for exterior are painting if it is mentioned in the drawings and
BOQ. If as per requirement of the Contract, the above-mentioned external quality
paint is used, the Contractor shall submit the manufacturer’s specifications and
data including colour schedule for Engineer’s review and approval.
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PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.01 CONDITION OF SURFACES
A. Examine the substrata and adjoining construction, and the conditions under
which the work is to be installed. Do not proceed with the work until
unsatisfactory conditions detrimental to the proper and timely completion of the
work have been corrected.
3.02 GENERAL
A. Inspect all surfaces in regard to their suitability to receive a finish. In the event
that imperfections due to materials or workmanship appear on any surfaces after
the application of paint or coating, the cost of any correction shall be borne by the
Contractor.
B. Remove hardware, switch-plates, trim for mechanical work, lighting fixtures and
similar items placed prior to painting, set aside and re-fix on completion of
painting work. Protect items where not practicable to remove and upon
completion of painting work remove protection.
C. Clean all surfaces to be painted as required to remove dust and dirt. Sand as
necessary to properly prepare surfaces to receive paint or natural Finnish.
D. Before applying succeeding coats, primers and undercoats shall be completely
integral and shall perform the function for which they are specified. Properly
prepare and touch up all scratches, abrasions or other disfigurements. Remove
any foreign matte before proceeding with the following coat. All spot-priming or
spot-coating shall be featheredge into adjacent coatings to produce a smooth and
level surface.
E. Do not apply final coats until after other trades whose operations would be
detrimental to finish painting have finished with their work in the area to be
painted and the areas have been released for painting.
F. The Contractor must comply with the manufacturer’s instructions, Engineer’s
requirements and the following recommendations for the preparation of the under
listed type of surfaces where ever applicable.
1. Plaster, Concrete and Rendering:
All splashes of plaster, mortar etc. shall be removed from plastered, concrete
surfaces by scraping. All holes, cracks, etc. shall be stopped and the whole
of the surfaces shall be brushed down to remove dust and loose material.
Plastered surfaces shall receive two coats of linseed oil putty complying with
B.S. 544 well worked in and spread over the entire surface and to be sanded
down to give a completely smooth and even surface. All traces of mould oil
shall be removed from concrete surfaces by scrubbing with water and
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detergent and rinsing with clean water to remove all detergent. When
efflorescence has occurred or is suspected, painting shall be postponed for a
period as required by the Engineer.
2. Gypsum Board:
Minor imperfections in gypsum board to be painted shall be filled with the
same filler used for jointing the gypsum board. The whole of the surface
shall be brushed down to remove dust.
3. Plywood:
Surfaces of work to be painted shall be primed, filled as required with a
filler, rubbed and dusted down and a second coat of primer applied.
After final priming all imperfections shall be stopped, rubbed down and
brushed off.
4. Woodwork to be Painted:
Before fixing woodwork, all surfaces, which will be visible after fixing, shall
be rubbed down and all knots and resin pockets shall be coated with
knotting.
After priming and fixing, all nail holes and other imperfections shall be
stopped and the whole surfaces shall be rubbed down and all dust brushed
off.
5. Wood work to receive a clear finish:
All holes and other imperfections in surfaces to receive a clear finish shall be
stopped and the whole surfaces shall be rubbed down and all dust brushed
off.
6. Waterproof Coatings:
Surfaces of concrete shall be smooth and clean of dust and dirt before
receiving the primers of the waterproof coating.
All cracks, tie bolt holes, fins, etc. shall be filled, ground as per instructions
of the manufacturer of waterproof coating.
The waterproof coating shall be applied strictly as per manufacture’s
recommendations and instructions.
3.03 PAINT APPLICATION
A. General:
1. All materials shall be used strictly in accordance with manufacturer’s
instructions and to the approval of the Engineer. Recommended dry film
thickness (dft) is 75-125 microns/coat or as specified by the manufacturer.
The contents of all cans and containers must be properly and thoroughly
studied before and during use and stirred as and when necessary.
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2. Paint shall be applied by a brush, roller or spray in accordance with the
manufacture’s instructions. All materials, when brushed, shall be evenly
flowed on with brushes best suited for the type of material being applied.
When using a roller, the covers shall be carpet, velvet back or high pile sheep
wool best suited for material and texture selected by the Engineer. Sprayed
paint shall be uniformly applied with suitable equipment. Provide for
periodic supervision by representatives of paint manufacturers.
3. Spread all materials evenly and smoothly without runs, sags or other defects.
Make edges of paint adjoining other materials or colors shape and clean,
without overlapping. Allow sufficient time between coats to ensure proper
drying. Sand between coats with fine glass-paper, or rub surfaces with
pumice stone where required in accordance with manufacture’s directions to
produce an even, smooth finish.
4. “Exposed surfaces” shall mean all areas visible when all permanent or built-
in fixates, grilles, mechanical and electrical equipment housings, ducts and
conduits are in place in all areas specified or scheduled to be painted.
5. Access panels and similar items in painted areas shall be painted to match
the areas in which they occur unless otherwise as specified in the schedules.
6. Paint the back side of access panels, removable or hinged covers. Do not
paint nameplates on equipment.
7. Wherever steel or other metal parts are shown to be built into and concealed
by masonry construction the Contractor shall paint all such work same as
herein specified for exposed parts. Coordinate the work with all related
trades, so that all finish painting of concealed parts is completed before such
work commences. Do not finish paint-exposed parts until after completion of
works.
B. Coatings to be dry and smooth:
All coatings shall be allowed to dry before application of succeeding coats.
All undercoats of oil paints and clear finishes shall be rubbed down to a smooth
surface with abrasive paper and all dust removed before succeeding coat is
applied.
C. Color of undercoats:
Each succeeding coat of priming and undercoats shall be sufficiently different in
color as to be readily distinguishable.
D. Unsuitable conditions:
No painting shall be applied to surfaces affected by wet, damp or other unsuitable
conditions.
External painting work shall not be carried out during inclement weather.
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3.04 PROTECTION
A. Protection of Wet Surfaces:
Suitable precautions must be taken to protect surfaces which are still wet by
means of screens and “wet paint” signs.
B. Protection to other trades:
Contractor shall ensure that work of other trades are protected from damage and
soiling from paint materials.
Moveable objects like furniture, equipment, fittings shall be moved, protected
and re-placed upon completion of an area.
All surface fixed ironmongery, fittings etc. shall be removed before painting and
re-fixed on completion.
3.05 CLEANLINESS
All brushes tools, etc shall be kept in a clean condition. Painting shall not be carried
out in the vicinity of other operations, which might raise dust. Contractor shall not
throw any liquids, slop washings etc. into gullies, manholes, sinks, basins, W.C’s or
any other sanitary fittings. Suitable receptacles shall be provided by the Contractor to
receive such liquids and slop washings. All inflammable residues shall be removed
from the Site.
3.06 CLEAN UP
On completion of the work thoroughly clean the areas affected by painting works.
Remove all paint splashes and smears and surplus construction materials and debris
resulting from the work and dispose of same legally off the site.
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