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ITEM 1003 – CARPENTRY AND JOINERY WORKS

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 of the satisfactory completion of all
carpentry and joinery works in strict accord with applicable drawings, details and these Specifications.

1003.2 Material Requirements

1003.2.1 Lumber
Limber 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 loose unsound knots, pitch
pockets, sapwood, cracks and other imperfections impairing its strength, durability and appearance.

1003.2.1.1 Grades of Lumber and Usage

a. Stress grade is seasoned, close-grained and high quality lumber of the specified specie free from
defects and suitable or sustaining heavy loads.

Stress grade lumber shall be used for wooden structural members subject to heavy loads, and for
sub-floor framing embedded or in contact with concrete or masonry.
b. Select grade lumber of the specified specie is generally of high quality, of good appearance, without
imperfections, and suitable for use without waster due to defects and suitable also for natural finish.

Select grade lumber shall be used for flooring, sidings, facial and base boards, trims, moldings,
millwork, railings, stairs, cabinet work, shelvings, doors, window and frames of openings.
c. Common grade lumber has minimum tight medium knot not larger than 25 mm in diameter, with
minimal imperfections, without sapwood, without decay, insect holes, and suitable for use with some
waste due to minor defects and suitable also for paint finish. Common grade lumber shall be used for
light framework for wall partitions, ceiling joist and nailers.

Common grade lumber shall be used for light framework for wall partitions. Ceiling joist and nailers.

1003.2.1.2 Lumber Species and Usage

Unless otherwise specified on the Plans, the following lumber species shall be used as indicated:

a. Yacal (stress grade) for structural member such as post, girders, girts, sleepers door and window
frames set or in contact with concrete or masonry.

b. Guijo (select grade) for door and window frames set in wooden framework, for stairs, for roof
framing supporting ceramic or cement tiles, for floor joist and other wooden structural parts.

c. Apitong (common grade) for roof framing supporting light roofing materials such as galvanized
iron, aluminum or asbestos sheets, for wall framing, ceiling joist, hanger and nailers.

d. Tanguile (select grade) for doors and windows, facial and base boards, trims, moldings, millwork,
railings, stairs, cabinet, work, shelving’s, flooring and siding.

e. Narra (select grade) for stair railings, flooring boards, wall panels, base boards, trims, moldings,
cabinet work, millwork, doors and windows when indicated as such in the Plans.

f. Dao (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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1003.2.1.3 Moisture Content

Rough lumber for framing and siding boards shall be air-dried or sun-dried such that its moisture
content shall not exceed 22 percent. Dressed lumber for exterior and interior finishing, for doors and
windows, millwork, cabinet work and flooring boards shall be kiln-dried and shall not have a moisture
content in excess of 14 percent at the time of installation in the structure.

1003.2.1.4 Substitution in Lumber Specie

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 a better specie, no additional cost therefore shall be
allowed to the contractor.

1003.2.2 Ply board

Ply board 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 tan guile or red lauan veneers not less than to 2 mm thick similarly bonded to the core. The ply board
of not less than 19 mm thick shall be free from defects such a 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 Materials Other Than Lumber

1003.2.5.1 Plastic Sheet

When required for counter top, plastic sheet such as Formica shall not be less than 1.50 mm thick
and shall have hard, durable and glossy surface resistant to stain, abrasion and heat. Color and design shall
be as selected from the manufacturer’s standard and approved by 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, bolts 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.

a. Nails of adequate size shall be steel wire, diamond-pointed, ribbed shank and bright finish.

b. Screws of adequate size shall be cadnium or brass plated steel with slotted head.

c. Lag screws of adequate size, for anchoring heavy timber framing in concrete or masonry, shall be
galvanized steel.

d. Bolts and nuts shall be of steel having a yield point of not less than 245 MPa. Bolts shall have square
heads and provided with standard flat steel washers and hexagonal nuts. Threads shall conform to
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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.

e. Wrought 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.

1003.3 Construction Requirements

1003.3.1 Quality of Materials

All materials to be incorporated in the carpentry and joinery works shall be of the quality specified
under Section 2. Before incorporation in work, all materials shall have been inspected/accepted by the
Engineer or his authorized representative.

1003.3.2 Storage and Protection of Materials

Lumber and other materials shall be protected from dampness during and after delivery at the site.
Materials shall be delivered well in advance of actual need and in adequate quantity to preclude delay in the
work. Lumber shall be piled in orderly stack at least 150 mm above ground and at sheltered place where it
will be of least obstruction to the work.

1003.3.3 Shop Drawings

Shop drawings complete with essential dimensions and details of construction, as may be required
by the Engineer in connection with carpentry and joinery work, shall be submitted for approval before
proceeding with the work.

1003.3.4 Rough Carpentry

Rough carpentry covers timber structural framing for roof, flooring, siding, partition and ceiling.

a. Framing shall be stress grade or common grade lumber of the specie specified under Section.

b. Rough carpentry shall be done true to lines, levels and dimensions. It shall be squared, aligned,
plumbed and well fitted at joints.

c. Trusses and other roof framing shall be assembled, fitted and set to exact location and slope
indicated on the Plans.

d. Fasteners, connectors and anchors of appropriate type and number shall be provided and fitted
where necessary.

e. Structural members shall not be cut, bored or notched for the passage of conduits or piped 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.

f. Timber framing in contact with concrete or masonry shall be treated with termite-proofing solution
and after drying coated with bituminous paint.

1003.3.5 Finished Carpentry

Finished carpentry covers works on flooring, siding and ceiling boards, stairs, cabinets, fabricated
woodwork, millwork and trims.

a. Framing lumber shall be select grade, free from defects and where exposed in finished work, shall be
selected for color and grain.

b. Joints 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.
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c. Panels shall be fitted allow for contraction or expansion and insure that the panels remain in place
without warping, splitting and opening of joints.

d. Plyboard shall be as specified under Section 1003.2.3 unless otherwise indicated on the Plans.

e. Plywood shall be specified under Section 1003.2.4.

f. Exposed 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.

g. Fabricated 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.
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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 Material Requirements

1032.2.1 Paint Materials

All types of paint material, varnish and other related product shall be subject to random test as to
material composition by the Bureau of Research and Standard, DPWH or the National Institute of Science and
Technology. (Use the following approved and tested brand name: Boysen, Davies, Dutch Boy, Fuller O Brien,
or any approved equal).

1032.2.2 Tinting Colors

Tinting colors shall be first grade quality pigment ground in alkyd resin that disperses and mixes
easily with paint to produced the color designed. Use the same brand of paint and tinting color to effect
good paint body.

1032.2.3 Concrete Neutralizer

Concrete neutralizer shall be first grade quality concentrate diluted with clean water and applied as
surface conditioner of new interior and exterior walls thus improving paint adhesion and durability.

1032.2.4 Silicon Water Repellant

Silicon water repellant shall be transparent water shield especially formulated to repel rain and
moisture on exterior masonry surfaces.

1032.2.5 Patching Compound

Patching compound shall be fine powder type material like calcimine that can be mixed into putty
consistency, with oil base primers and paints to fill minor surface dents and imperfections.

1033.2.6 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 ad solely by evaporation of the solvent.
Typical solvent are acetates, alcohols and ketones. Although lacquers were generally based on the
intrecellulose , manufactures currently use, vinyl resins: plasticizers and reacted drying oils to improve
adhesion and elasticity.

1032.2.B Shellac
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.

1032.2.9 Sanding Sealer

Sanding sealer shall be quick drying lacquer, formulated to provide quick dry, good holdout of
succeeding coats and containing sanding agents such as zinc stearate to allow dry sanding of sealer.

1032.2.10 Glazing Putty

Glazing putty shall be alky-type product for filling minor surface unevenness.

1032.2.11 Natural Wood Paste Filler

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Wood paste filler shall be quality filler for filling and sealing open grain of interior wood. It shall
produced a level finish for following coats of paint varnish/lacquer and other related products.

1032.2.12 Schedule

Exterior

a) Plain cement plastered finished to be painted - 3 coats Acrylic base masonry paint
b) Concrete exposed aggregate and/or tool finish - 1 cost water repellant
c) Ferrous metal - 1 coat primer and 2 coats enamel paint
d) Galvanized metal - 1 coat zinc chromate primer and 2 coats
Portland cement pain
e) Wood painted finish - 3 coats oil based paint
f) Wood varnished finish - varnished water repellant

Interior

a) Plain cement plastered finish to be painted - 2 coats acrylic base masonry paint
b) Concrete exposed aggregate and/or tool finish - clean surface
c) Ferrous metal - 1 coat primer and 2 coats enamel paint
d) Woodwork sea-mist - 3 coat of 3 parts thinner 1 part lacquer
e) Woodwork varnish - 1st ciat, of one part sanding sealer to one part
Solvent 2nd coat if 2/3 sanding sealer ti 1/3
solvent
f) Woodwork painted finish - 3 coats of oil base paint
g) Ceiling boards textured finish - 1 coat oil based paint allow to dry then patch
surfaces unevenness and apply textured paint
coat

1032.3 Construction Requirements

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 appearance of the painting varnishing
and related works.

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 knot-holes pitched 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 neutralized 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 schemed 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.
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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 adequetew film of
wet paint.
Paints made for application by roller must be similar to brushing paint. It must be nonsticky when
thinned to spraying viscosity so that 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. This procedure change the required properties of the paint .

1032.3.3 Mixing and Thinning

At the time of application paint shall show no sign of deterioration. Paint shall be thoroughly stirred
and kept at a uniform consistency during application. Paints of different manufacturer shall not immediately
prior to application in accordance with the manufacturer’s directions but not in excess of 1 pint of suitable
thinner per gallon of the paint.

1032.3.4 Storage
All materials to be used under this item shall be stored in a single placed to be designated by the
Engineer and such place shall be kept neat and clean at all time. Necessary precautions to avoid fire must be
observed by removing oily rag, waste, etc. at the end of daily work.

1032.3.5 Cleaning
All cloths and cotton waste which constitute the hazards shall be placed in metal containers of
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.

1032.3.6 Workmanship in General

a) All paints shall be evenly applied. Coats shall e 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 cats

specified such preparatory coats and subsequent coats as ma be required shall be applied to
attain the desired evenness of surface without extra cost to the owner.
d) Where surfaces 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.

1032.3.7 Procedure for Sea-Mist Finish

a) Depress wood grain by steel brush and sand surface lightly.

b) Apply sanding sealer.
C) Apply two coats of industrial lacquer paint.
d) Spray last coat of industrial lacquer paint mixed with sanding sealer.
e) Apply wood paste filler thinned with turpentine or paint thinner into the wood surface.
f) Wipe off wood paste filler immediately.
g) Spray flat or gloss lacquer whichever is specified.

1032.3.8 Procedure for Varnish Finish

a) Sand surface thoroughly.

b) Putty all cracks and other wood imperfections with wood paste filler.
c) Apply oil stain.
d) Apply lacquer sanding sealer.
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e) Sand surface along the grain.

f) Spray three (3) coats of clear dead flat lacquer
g) Polish surface coated using cloth pad.
h) Spray gloss lacquer or flat lacquer whichever is desired or specified.

1032.39 Procedure for Ducco Finish

a) Sand surface Thoroughly.

b) Apply primer surface white or gray by bush or spray.
c) Apply lacquer spot putty in thin coat, Allow each coat to become thoroughly dry before applying
next coat.
d) Apply primer surfaces and then allow to dry 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.

1032.4 Method of Measurement

The areas of concrete, wood and metal surfaces applied with varnish, paint and other related
coating materials shall be measured in square meters as desired and accepted to the satisfaction
of the Engineer.

1032.5 Basis of payment

The accepted work shall be paid at the unit bld price, which price and payment constitute full
compensation for furnishing all materials, labor, equipment tools and other incidental necessary
to complete this item

Payment will be made under:

Pay item ]Number Description Unit of Measurement

1032 (a) Painting works m²

1032 (b) Varnishing m²
1032 (c) Sea – mist Finish m²
1032 (d) Ducco Finish m²
1032 (e) Texture Finish m²
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ITEM 1003 – CARPENTRY AND JOINERY WORKS

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 of the satisfactory completion of all
carpentry and joinery works in strict accord with applicable drawings, details and these Specifications.

1003.2 Material Requirements

1003.2.1 Lumber
Limber 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 loose unsound knots, pitch
pockets, sapwood, cracks and other imperfections impariring its strength, durability and appearance.

1003.2.1.1 Grades of Lumber and Usage

d. Stress grade is seasoned, close-grained and high quality lumber of the specified specie free from
defects and suitable or sustaining heavy loads.
Stress grade lumber shall be used for wooden structural members subject to heavy loads, and for
sub-floor framing embedded or in contact with concrete or masonry.
e. Select grade lumber of the specified specie is generally of high quality, of good appearance, without
imperfections, and suitable for use without waster due to defects and suitable also for natural finish.
Select grade lumber shall be used for flooring, sidings, facial and base boards, trims, mouldings,
millwork, railings, stairs, cabinet work, shelvings, doors, window and frames of openings.
f. Common grade lumber has minimum tight medium knot not larger than 25 mm in diameter, with
minimal imperfections, without sapwood, without decay, insect holes, and suitable for use with some
waste due to minor defects and suitable also for paint finish. Common grade lumber shall be used for
light framework for wall partitions, ceiling joist and nailers.

Common grade lumber shall be used for light framework for wall partitions. Ceiling joist and nailers.

1003.2.1.2 Lumber Species and Usage

Unless otherwise specified on the Plans, the following lumber species shall be used as indicated:

g. Yacal (stress grade) for structural member such as post, girders, girts, sleepers door and window
frames set or in contact with concrete or masonry.
h. Guijo (select grade) for door and window frames set in wooden framework, for stairs, for roof
framing supporting ceramic or cement tiles, for floor joist and other wooden structural parts.
i. Apitong (common grade) for roof framing supporting light roofing materials such as galvanized
iron, aluminum or asbestos sheets, for wall framing, ceiling joist, hanger and nailers.
j. Tanguile (select grade) for doors and windows, facia and base boards, trims, mouldings, millwork,
railings, stairs, cabinet, work, shelvings, flooring and siding.
k. Narra (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.
l. Dao (select grade) for parts of the structure as enumerated under Section 1003.2.1.2 (e), when
indicated as such on the Plans.

1003.2.1.3 Moisture Content

Rough lumber for framing and siding boards shall be air-dried or sun-dried such that its moisture
content shall not exceed 22 percent. Dressed lumber for exterior and interior finishing, for doors and
windows, millwork, cabinet work and flooring boards shall be kiln-dried and shall not have a moisture
content in excess of 14 percent at the time of installation in the structure.

1003.2.1.4 Substitution in Lumber Specie

Any lumber equally qood 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
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acceptable to the Engineer. In case of substitution with a 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 to 2 mm thick similarly bonded to the core. The plyboard of
not less than 19 mm thick shall be free from defects such a 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 Materials Other Than Lumber

1003.2.5.1 Plastic Sheet

When required for counter top, plastic sheet such as Formica shall not be less than 1.50 mm thick
and shall have hard, durable and glossy surface resistant to stain, abrasion and heat. Color and design shall
be as selected from the manufacturer’s standard and approved by 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, bolts 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.

f. Nails of adequate size shall be steel wire, diamond-pointed, ribbed shank and bright finish.
g. Screws of adequate size shall be cadnium or brass plated steel with slotted head.
h. Lag screws of adequate size, for anchoring heavy timber framing in concrete or masonry, shall be
galvanized steel.
i. Bolts and nuts shall be of steel having a yield point of not 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.
j. Wrought 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.

1003.3 Construction Requirements

1003.3.1 Quality of Materials

All materials to be incorporated in the carpentry and joinery works shall be of the quality specified
under Section 2. Before incorporation in work, all materials shall have been inspected/accepted by the
Engineer or his authorized representative.
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1003.3.2 Storage and Protection of Materials

Lumber and other materials shall be protected from dampness during and after delivery at the site.
Materials shall be delivered well in advance of actual need and in adequate quantity to preclude delay in the
work. Lumber shall be piled in orderly stack at least 150 mm above ground and at sheltered place where it
will be of least obstruction to the work.

1003.3.3 Shop Drawings

Shop drawings complete with essential dimensions and details of construction, as may be required
by the Engineer in connection with carpentry and joinery work, shall be submitted for approval before
proceeding with the work.

1003.3.4 Rough Carpentry

Rough carpentry covers timber structural framing for roof, flooring, siding, partition and ceiling.

g. Framing shall be stress grade or common grade lumber of the specie specified under Section.
h. Rough carpentry shall be done true to lines, levels and dimensions. It shall be squared, aligned,
plumbed and well fitted at joints.
i. Trusses and other roof framing shall be assembled, fitted and set to exact location and slope
indicated on the Plans.
j. Fasteners, connectors and anchors of appropriate type and number shall be provided and fitted
where necessary.
k. Structural members shall not be cut, bored or notched for the passage of conduits or piped 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.
l. Timber framing in contact with concrete or masonry shall be treated with termite-proofing solution
and after drying coated with bituminous paint.

1003.3.5 Finished Carpentry

Finished carpentry covers works on flooring, siding and ceiling boards, stairs, cabinets, fabricated
woodwork, millwork and trims.

i. Framing lumber shall be select grade, free from defects and where exposed in finished work, shall be
selected for color and grain.
j. Joints 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.
k. Panels shall be fitted allow for contraction or expansion and insure that the panels remain in place
without warping, splitting and opening of joints.
l. Plyboard shall be as specified under Section 1003.2.3 unless otherwise indicated on the Plans.
m. Plywood shall be specified under Section 1003.2.4.
n. Exposed 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.
o. Fabricated 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.
p. 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.
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ITEM 1018 – CERAMIC TILES

1018.1 Description

This item shall consist of furnishing all ceramic tiles and cementitious materials, tools, and equipment
including labor required in udertaking the proper installation of walls and floor tiles as shown on the Plans
and in accordance with this specification.

1018.2 Material Requirements

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 shape in steel dies and then fired or by plastic process in which the clays are made
plastic by mixing with water, shape by extrusion or in molds and then fired.

1018.2.1.1 Glazed Tiles and Trims

Glazed tiles and trims shall have an impervious face of ceramic materials fused onto the body of te tiles
and trims. The glazed surface may be clear white or colored depending on the color scheme approved by the
Engineer. Standard glazes may be bright (glossy) semimatte (less glossy) matte (dull) or crystalline (mottled
and texture: good resistance to abrasion). Glazed tiles are used principally for walls; crystalline glazed tiles
may be used for floors provided however that these are used as lightduty floors.

1018.2.1.2 unglazed Tiles

Unglazed tiles shall be hard dense tile of homogeneous composition. Its clor and characteristics are
determined by the materials used in the body, the method of manufacture and the thermal treatment. It is
used primarily for floors and walks.

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 trims units such as caps, bases, coves, bullnoses, corners, angles, etc. That are
necessary for edging or making a transition between entersecting 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 unhydrated oxide and magnesium oxide content not to exced 8
percent by weight.

1018.3 Construction Requirements

Tile work shall not be started until roughing-ins for plumbing, electrical and other trades have been
completed and tested. The work of all other trades shall be protected from damage.
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1018.3.1 Surface Preparation

a) Mortar mix for scratch coat and setting bed shall consist of one part portland cement ¼ partlime and 3
parts sand by volume. Surface to received tile must be level, true to elevation, dry, free from dirt, oil and
other oinments. 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.

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.

1018.3.2 Installation Procedure

Ceramic tiles shall be soaked in clean water prior to installation for a minimum of one hour.

1018.3.2.1 Ceramic Glazed Wall Tiles

a) Determined 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 not flush and in
place of the other tiles.
f) Intersections and returns shall be form 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.

1018.3.2.2 Vitrified Unglazed Floor Tiles

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 leveled, shall be retested before the setting bed is applied.
b) Establish lines or borders and center of the walls at the filled work in both direction to permit 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 o 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 Grouting and Pointing

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 of blended with pigments to acquire the color appropriate for the
ceramic tile.

1018.3.4 Cleaning

a) Clean ceramic tile surfaces thoroughly as possible upon completion of grouting.

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b) Remove all grout haze, observing tile manufacturers recommendations as to use of acid or chemical
cleaners.
c) Rinse tile thoroughly with clean water before and after using chemical cleaners.
d) Polish surface of tile with soft cloth.

1018.3.5 Protection from Construction Dirt

a) Apply a protective coat of neutral cleanser solution diluted with water in proportion of 1:4 or 1 liter
cleanser concentrate to 1 gallon water.
b) In addition, cover tile flooring with heavy-duty non-staining construction paper, taped in place.
c) Just before final acceptance of the work removed paper and rinse protective coat of neutral cleaner from
tile surface. Do not let protective paper get torn and removed.

1018.4 Method of Measurement

All works performed under this item shall be measured in square meters per areas actually laid with
ceramic tiles and accepted to the satisfaction of the Engineer.

1018.5 Basis of Payment

Ceramic tile work determined and provided in the Bill of Bill of Quantities shall be paid for based at the
unit bid price which price and payment constitute full compensation for furnishing all materials, tools,
equipment and other incidentals necessary to complete this item.

Payment shall be made under:

Payment Item Description Unit of

Number Measurement

1018.2.1.1 Glazed tiles and trims m²

1018.2.1.2 Unglazed tiles m²
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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 on accordance
with the latest edition of the National Plumbing Code, and this Specification.

1002.2 Material Requirements

All piping materials, fixtures and appliances fitting accessories whether specifically mentioned or not
but necessary to complete this Item shall be furnished and installed.

1002.2.1 Cast Iron Soil Pipes and Fittings

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.

4. Freedom from defects – pipes and fittings shall be true, smooth and cylindrical, their inner and outer
surfaces being as nearly concentric and practicable. They shall be in all aspects, sound and good
casting free from laps, pin holes or other imperfections 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.

c. Caulking lead shall be of molten type peg lead conforming to specification requirements defined in
ASTM B-29.

d. Oakum shall be twisted or braided hemp or abaca fibers slightly impregnated with oil.

1002.2.2 Water Supply Pipes and Fittings

a. Pipes shall be galvanized iron pipe scheduled 40 conforming to specification requirements defined in
ASTM A-120 with threaded connection. Under roads where necessary shall be suitably protected as
shown on the Plans.

Fittings shall be malleable iron Type II, galvanized iron conforming to specification requirements defined
in ASTM A338.
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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 as ASTM B-62. Globe valves shall have plug type discs
with ferrule threaded ends 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 the type tested and approved by
MWSS.

1002.2.3 Approved Alternate Pipes and Fittings

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 D-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.

1002.2.4 Septic Tank

The septic tank shall be provided as shown on the Plans including all pipe vents and fittings. The
various construction materials such as concrete masonry work shall conform to the corresponding Items of
this Specifications. Inlet and outlet pipes shall conform to the latest edition of the National Plumbing Code.

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 types 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 fixture shall be
made of vitreous china complete with fittings.

a. Water closet shall be vitreous china, free standing toilet combination, round front bottom outlet
siphonic washdown 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.

b. Lavatory 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.

c. Urinal 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.

1002.2.6 Bathroom and Toilet Accessories

a. Shower 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.

b. Grab bars shall be made of tubular stainless steel pipe provided with safety grip and mounting flange.
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c. Floor drains shall be made of stainless steel beehive type, measuring 100mm x 100mm, and provided
with detachable stainless strainer, expanded metal lath type.

d. Toilet paper holder shall be vitreous china wall mounted. Color shall reconcile with adjacent fixture
and facing tiles.

e. Soap holder shall be vitreous china wall mounted. Color shall reconcile with the adjacent tile works.

f. Faucet(s) shall be made of stainless steel for interior use.

g. Hose-bib(s) shall be made of bronze cast finish.

1002.2.7 Special Plumbing Fixtures

a. Kitchen sink shall be made of stainless steel self rimming, single compartment complete with supply
fittings, strainer traps, dual control lever and other accessories.

b. Laboratory 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.

c. Scrub-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.

e. Squat 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.

f. Grease traps shall be made of cast bronze with detachable cover and mounting accessories.

1002.2.8 Roof Drains, Downspout, Overflow Pipes and Steel Grating

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 foor leader) over which it
is to be installed and in conformity with the following schedule:

a. Scrupper 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.

c. Downspouts when incased 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.

d. Overflow pipes shall be made of galvanized iron pipe measuring at least 13mm diameter and spaced
200mm on center.

e. Steel grating shall be made of wrought iron metals of design or shop drawings approved and surfaces
to be coated with shop finish.
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1002.2.9. Fire Protection System

a. Fire hose cabinets shall be locally available consisting at 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 consists 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 tires, 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 on 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 the
specialty trade.

1002.3 Construction Requirements

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 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.

1002.3.1 Installation of Soil, Waste, Drain and Vent Pipes

a. All cast iron soil and drainage pipes shall be pitch 6mm per 300mm but in no case flatter than 3mm
per 300mm.

b. Horizontal 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.

c. All 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.

d. Vent pipes in roof spaces shall be run as close as possible to under site 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.

e. Where 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.

f. Horizontal 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.

g. All changes in pipe sizes on soil and waste lines shall be made with reducing fittings or necessed
reducers. All changes in directions shall be made by appropriate use of 45 degrees wyes, half wyes,
long sweep quarter bents 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.
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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.

h. All 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.

i. Cleanouts 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 plugs
flush with floor. Cleanouts for threaded pipes shall be installed at the foot of soil, waste and drain stacks
and on each building drain outside the building.
j. Vent pipes shall be flashed and made watertight at the roof with ferrule lead sheet. Flashing shall be
turned down into pipes.

k. Each fixtures and place of equipment requiring connection to the drainage system except fixture 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 recess drainage pattern.

l. Overhead 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.

1002.3.2 Water Pipes, Fittings and Connections.

All water piping’s inside the building and underground, 100 mm. diameters and smaller shall be
galvanized iron threaded pipe with malleable iron fittings.

a. The water piping shall be extended to all fixtures, outlets, and equipment from the gate valves
installed in the branch near the riser.

b. The 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.

c. Mains and Branches

1. All 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.

2. All piping above the ground shall be run parallel with the lines of the building unless otherwise
indicated on the plans.

3. All 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.

4. No water piping shall be buried in floors, unless specifically indicated on the plans and approved by
the Engineer.

5. Changes in pipes shall be made with reducing fittings.

d. Drain Cocks
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1. Pipe drain indicated on the drawings shall consist of 12 mm globe valve with renewable dis and
installed at low points on the cold water piping so that all piping shall slope mm in 30.5 m.

e. Threaded pipe joints

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.
g. Fire standpipe system

Fire standpipe system shall consist of risers and hose valve. Pipe shall be extra strong black iron.
Valves to be underwriter’s approval high grade cast bronze mounted.
h. Valves and hose bibs

1. Valves shall be provided on all supplied fixture as herein specified.

2. The cold water connections to the domestic hot water heater shall be provided with gate valves and
the return circulation connection shall have gate and a check valve.

3. All connection to domestic hot water heaters shall be equipped with unions between valve and
tanks.

4. Valve shall not be installed with its stem below the horizontal. All valves shall be gate valves unless
otherwise indicated on the plans.

5. Valves up to and including 50 mm diameter shall be threaded ends, rough bodies and finished
trimmings, except those on chromium plated brass pipe.

6. Valves 63 mm in diameter and larger shall have iron bodies, brass mounted and shall have either
screws or flange ends.

7. Hose bibs shall be made of brass with 12.5 mm inlet threads, hexagon shoulders and 19 mm male.

1002.3.3 Fixtures, equipment and fastenings

a. All fixtures and equipment shall be supported and fastened in a safe and satisfactory workmanship as
practiced.

b. All 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.

c. Inserts shall be securely anchored and properly flushed into the walls. Inserts shall be concealed and
rigid.

d. Bolts and nuts shall be horizontal and exposed. It shall be provided with washers and chromium plate
finish.
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1002.3.4 Pipe hangers, inserts and supports

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 soil or 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.

e. Wrought 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.

1002.3.3 Plates and flashing

a. Plates 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.

b. Plates shall be large enough to cover and close the hole around the area where pipes pass. It shall be
properly installed to insure permanence.

c. Roof 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 roof.

1002.3.6 Protection and Cleaning

a. During the installation of fixtures and accessories and until final acceptance, protect items with
strippable plastic or the other approved means to maintain fixtures in perfect conditions.

b. All exposed to metal surfaces shall be polished clean and rigid of grease, dirt or other foreign
materials upon completion.

c. Upon completion, thoroughly clean all fixtures and accessories to leave the work in polished
condition.

1002.3.7 Inspection, Warranty Test and Disinfection

All pipes, fitting, traps, fixtures, appurtenances and equipment of the plumbing and drainage system
shall be inspected and approved by the Engineer to insure compliance with all requirement of all Codes and
Regulations referred to in this Specification.

1002.3.7.1 Drainage System Test

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a. The entire drainage and venting system shall have all necessary openings which can be plugged to
permit the entire system to be filed with water to the level of the highest stack vent above the roof.

b. The system shall hold this water for a full 30 minutes during which time there shall be no drop
greater than 120 mm.

c. Where only a portion of the system is to be tasted, the test shall be conducted in the same manner
as described for the entire system except that 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.

d. If 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.

1002.3.7.2 Water Test on System

a. Upon completion of the roughing-in and before connecting fixtures the entire cold water piping
system shall be tested at a hydrostatic during operation and remained tight and leak-proofed.

b. Where 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.

1002.3.7.3 Defective Work

a. All defective materials replaced and tested will be repeated until satisfactory performance is
attained.

b. Any material replaced for the satisfactory performance of the system made shall be at the expense of
the Contractor.

c. Caulking of screwed joints of holes will not be permitted.

1002.3.7.4 Disinfection

a. The entire water distribution system shall be thoroughly flushed and treated with chlorine before it is
operated for public use.

b. Disinfection materials shall be liquid chlorine or hypocrite and shall be introduced in manner
approved as practiced or approved by the Engineer into the water distribution system.

c. After a contact period of not less than sixteen hours, the heavenly chlorinated water shall be flushed
from the system with potable water.

d. Valves for the water distribution system shall be opened and closed several times during the 16
hours chlorination treatment is done.

1002.3.8 As-Built Drawings

Upon completion of the work, the Contractor shall submit two sets of prints with all as-built changes
shown on the drawings in a neat workmanship manner. Such prints shall show changes or actual installation
and conditions of the plumbing system in comparison with the original drawings.
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1002.4 Method of Measurement

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.

1002.5 Basis of Payment

The quantified items, installed in place shall be the basis for payment, based from the unit bid price
from the unit bid price for which prices and payments shall constitute full compensation including labor,
materials and incidentals necessary to complete this item.

Payment shall be made:

Pay item Description Unit of Measurement

Number

1002 (a) Cast Iron Soil Pipes and

Fittings pieces/length
1002 (b) Galvanized Iron Pipes
And Fittings pieces/length
1002 (c) Plumbing fixtures set
1002 (d) Roof Drain with Strainer set