UFGS 09 90 00 Paints and Coatings.pdf

USACE / NAVFAC / AFCEC / NASA UFGS-09 90 00 (May 2011) Change 1 - 05/13 Preparing Activity: NAVFAC Superseding UFGS-09 90 00 (August 2010)

UNIFIED FACILITIES GUIDE SPECIFICATIONS

References are in agreement with UMRL dated October 2016

SECTION TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 09 - FINISHES

SECTION 09 90 00

PAINTS AND COATINGS

05/11

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 REFERENCES

1.2 SUBMITTALS

1.3 APPLICATOR'S QUALIFICATIONS

1.3.1 Contractor Qualification

1.3.2 SSPC QP 1 Certification

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

1.4.1 Field Samples and Tests

1.4.1.1 Sampling Procedure

1.4.1.2 Testing Procedure

1.4.2 Textured Wall Coating System

1.4.3 Sample Textured Wall Coating System Mock-Up

1.4.4 Sustainable Design Certification

1.5 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

1.5.1 Environmental Protection

1.5.2 Lead Content

1.5.3 Chromate Content

1.5.4 Asbestos Content

1.5.5 Mercury Content

1.5.6 Silica

1.5.7 Human Carcinogens

1.6 PACKAGING, LABELING, AND STORAGE

1.7 SAFETY AND HEALTH

1.7.1 Safety Methods Used During Coating Application

1.7.2 Toxic Materials

1.8 ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

1.8.1 Coatings

1.8.2 Post-Application

1.9 SUSTAINABLE DESIGN REQUIREMENTS

1.9.1 Local/Regional Materials

1.9.2 Environmental Data

1.10 SCHEDULING

1.11 COLOR SELECTION

1.12 LOCATION AND SURFACE TYPE TO BE PAINTED

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1.12.1 Painting Included

1.12.1.1 Exterior Painting

1.12.1.2 Interior Painting

1.12.2 Painting Excluded

1.12.3 Mechanical and Electrical Painting

1.12.3.1 Fire Extinguishing Sprinkler Systems

1.12.4 Exterior Painting of Site Work Items

1.12.5 MISCELLANEOUS PAINTING

1.12.6 Definitions and Abbreviations

1.12.6.1 Qualification Testing

1.12.6.2 Batch Quality Conformance Testing

1.12.6.3 Coating

1.12.6.4 DFT or dft

1.12.6.5 DSD

1.12.6.6 EPP

1.12.6.7 EXT

1.12.6.8 INT

1.12.6.9 micron / microns

1.12.6.10 mil / mils

1.12.6.11 mm

1.12.6.12 MPI Gloss Levels

1.12.6.13 MPI System Number

1.12.6.14 Paint

1.12.6.15 REX

1.12.6.16 RIN

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 PROTECTION OF AREAS AND SPACES NOT TO BE PAINTED

3.2 REPUTTYING AND REGLAZING

3.3 RESEALING OF EXISTING EXTERIOR JOINTS

3.3.1 Surface Condition

3.3.2 Backstops

3.3.3 Primer and Bond Breaker

3.3.4 Ambient Temperature

3.3.5 Exterior Sealant

3.3.6 Cleaning

3.4 SURFACE PREPARATION

3.4.1 Additional Requirements for Preparation of Surfaces With

Existing Coatings

3.4.2 Existing Coated Surfaces with Minor Defects

3.4.3 Removal of Existing Coatings

3.4.4 Substrate Repair

3.5 PREPARATION OF METAL SURFACES

3.5.1 Existing and New Ferrous Surfaces

3.5.2 Final Ferrous Surface Condition:

3.5.3 Galvanized Surfaces

3.5.4 Non-Ferrous Metallic Surfaces

3.5.5 Terne-Coated Metal Surfaces

3.5.6 Existing Surfaces with a Bituminous or Mastic-Type Coating

3.6 PREPARATION OF CONCRETE AND CEMENTITIOUS SURFACE

3.6.1 Concrete and Masonry

3.6.2 Gypsum Board, Plaster, and Stucco

3.6.3 Existing Asbestos Cement Surfaces

3.7 PREPARATION OF WOOD AND PLYWOOD SURFACES

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3.7.1 New [, Existing Uncoated,] [and] [Existing Coated] Plywood and Wood Surfaces, Except Floors:

3.7.2 Wood Floor Surfaces, Natural Finish

3.7.3 Interior Wood Surfaces, Stain Finish

3.7.4 Water Blasting of Existing Coated Wood Surfaces:

3.8 APPLICATION

3.8.1 Coating Application

3.8.2 Mixing and Thinning of Paints

3.8.3 Two-Component Systems

3.8.4 Coating Systems

3.9 COATING SYSTEMS FOR METAL

3.10 COATING SYSTEMS FOR CONCRETE AND CEMENTITIOUS SUBSTRATES

3.11 COATING SYSTEMS FOR WOOD AND PLYWOOD

3.12 PIPING IDENTIFICATION

3.13 INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE

3.14 WASTE MANAGEMENT

3.15 PAINT TABLES

3.15.1 EXTERIOR PAINT TABLES

3.15.2 INTERIOR PAINT TABLES

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USACE / NAVFAC / AFCEC / NASA UFGS-09 90 00 (May 2011) Change 1 - 05/13 Preparing Activity: NAVFAC Superseding UFGS-09 90 00 (August 2010)

UNIFIED FACILITIES GUIDE SPECIFICATIONS

References are in agreement with UMRL dated October 2016

SECTION 09 90 00

PAINTS AND COATINGS

05/11

NOTE: This guide specification covers the requirements for painting of new and existing, interior and exterior substrates, including masonry, concrete, metal, wood and other miscellaneous materials.

Adhere to UFC 1-300-02 Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS) Format Standard when editing this guide specification or preparing new project specification sections. Edit this guide specification for project specific requirements by adding, deleting, or revising text. For bracketed items, choose applicable items(s) or insert appropriate information.

Remove information and requirements not required in respective project, whether or not brackets are present.

Comments, suggestions and recommended changes for this guide specification are welcome and should be submitted as a Criteria Change Request (CCR) .

NOTE: This Guide Specification is used in the preparation of project specifications for Department of Defense facilities:

1. Buildings;

2. Related mechanical, electrical, and miscellaneous items; and

3. Shore-to-ship utility connections.

This guide specification WAS NOT prepared to address the requirements of routine maintenance painting although it could be modified to do so.

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This guide specification DOES NOT address high-performance or specialty coating requirements, or protective coating of industrial structures or facilities, including but not limited to:

1. Towers;

2. Pilings;

3. Pavement markings;

4. Items requiring specialized treatment due to peculiar usage;

5. Petroleum storage facilities;

6. Water storage facilities;

7. Waterfront facilities, except shore-to-ship utility connections; and

8. Hangars

If such items are in the project they should be included in a separate section or this section should be modified accordingly. The following guide specifications are examples of those available for specific service conditions noted, and may be modified to provide for related service conditions:

1. Section 09 97 23 METALLIC TYPE CONDUCTIVE/SPARK RESISTANT CONCRETE FLOOR FINISH. This specification covers the painting of hydraulic structures located in fresh water such as locks and dams.

2. Section 09 97 13.15 LOW VOC POLYSULFIDE INTERIOR

COATING OF WELDED STEEL PETROLEUM FUEL TANKS

3. Section 09 97 13.27 EXTERIOR COATING OF STEEL STRUCTURES. This specification is usable for any steel structure exposed to weather, and is usable for other purposes as well, such as hangar structures, enclosed swimming pool structures, and most situations requiring high-performance protective coating systems.

4. Section 09 97 13.16 INTERIOR COATING OF WELDED

STEEL WATER TANKS

5. Section 09 97 13.15 LOW VOC POLYSULFIDE INTERIOR COATING OF WELDED STEEL PETROLEUM FUEL TANKS. This is a three-coat epoxy system that is adaptable to a wide range of high-performance protective coating requirements where there is no exposure to sunlight.

This guide generally contains only two types of coating systems, solvent based and water based. If different systems are required regionally, or for special needs, modify the guide accordingly.

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PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 REFERENCES

NOTE: This paragraph is used to list the publications cited in the text of the guide specification. The publications are referred to in the text by basic designation only and listed in this paragraph by organization, designation, date, and title.

Use the Reference Wizard's Check Reference feature when you add a Reference Identifier (RID) outside of the Section's Reference Article to automatically place the reference in the Reference Article. Also use the Reference Wizard's Check Reference feature to update the issue dates.

References not used in the text will automatically be deleted from this section of the project specification when you choose to reconcile references in the publish print process.

The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referred to within the text by the basic designation only.

AMERICAN CONFERENCE OF GOVERNMENTAL INDUSTRIAL HYGIENISTS (ACGIH)

ACGIH 0100 (2015; Suppl 2002-2016) Documentation of the Threshold Limit Values and Biological Exposure Indices

ASME INTERNATIONAL (ASME)

ASME A13.1 (2015) Scheme for the Identification of Piping Systems

ASTM INTERNATIONAL (ASTM)

ASTM C920 (2014a) Standard Specification for Elastomeric Joint Sealants

ASTM D235 (2002; R 2012) Mineral Spirits (Petroleum Spirits) (Hydrocarbon Dry Cleaning Solvent)

ASTM D2824/D2824M (2013) Aluminum-Pigmented Asphalt Roof Coatings, Non-Fibered, Asbestos Fibered, and Fibered without Asbestos

ASTM D4214 (2007; R 2015) Standard Test Method for Evaluating the Degree of Chalking of Exterior Paint Films

ASTM D4263 (1983; R 2012) Indicating Moisture in

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Concrete by the Plastic Sheet Method

ASTM D4444 (2013) Use and Calibration of Hand-Held Moisture Meters

ASTM D523 (2014) Standard Test Method for Specular Gloss

ASTM D6386 (2016) Standard Practice for Preparation of Zinc (Hot-Dip Galvanized) Coated Iron and Steel Product and Hardware Surfaces for Painting

ASTM E2129 (2010) Standard Practice for Data Collection for Sustainability Assessment of Building Products

ASTM F1869 (2016) Standard Test Method for Measuring Moisture Vapor Emission Rate of Concrete Subfloor Using Anhydrous Calcium Chloride

MASTER PAINTERS INSTITUTE (MPI)

MPI 1 (Oct 2009) Aluminum Paint

MPI 10 (Oct 2009) Exterior Latex, Flat, MPI Gloss Level 1

MPI 101 (Oct 2009) Epoxy Anti-Corrosive Metal Primer

MPI 107 (Oct 2009) Rust Inhibitive Primer (Water-Based)

MPI 108 (Oct 2009) High Build Epoxy Coating, Low Gloss

MPI 11 (Oct 2009) Exterior Latex, Semi-Gloss, MPI Gloss Level 5

MPI 113 (Oct 2009) Exterior Pigmented Elastomeric Coating (Water Based)

MPI 116 (Oct 2009) Epoxy Block Filler

MPI 119 (Oct 2009) Exterior Latex, Gloss

MPI 13 (Oct 2009) Exterior Solvent-Based Semi-Transparent Stain

MPI 134 (Oct 2009) Galvanized Primer (Waterbased)

MPI 138 (Oct 2009) Interior High Performance Latex, MPI Gloss Level 2

MPI 139 (Oct 2009) Interior High Performance Latex, MPI Gloss Level 3

MPI 140 (Oct 2009) Interior High Performance

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Latex, MPI Gloss Level 4

MPI 141 (Oct 2009) Interior High Performance Latex MPI Gloss Level 5

MPI 144 (Oct 2009) Institutional Low Odor / VOC Interior Latex, MPI Gloss Level 2

MPI 145 (Oct 2009) Institutional Low Odor / VOC Interior Latex, MPI Gloss Level 3

MPI 146 (Oct 2009) Institutional Low Odor/VOC Interior Latex, MPI Gloss Level 4

MPI 147 (May 2016) Institutional Low Odor / VOC Interior Latex, Semi-Gloss, MPI Gloss Level 5

MPI 151 (Oct 2009) Interior W.B. Light Industrial Coating, MPI Gloss Level 3

MPI 153 (Oct 2009) Interior W.B. Light Industrial Coating, Semi-Gloss, MPI Gloss Level 5

MPI 154 (Oct 2009) Interior W.B. Light Industrial Coating, Gloss, MPI Gloss Level 6

MPI 16 (Oct 2009) Exterior Latex-Based Solid Hide Stain

MPI 161 (Oct 2009) Exterior W.B. Light Industrial Coating, MPI Gloss Level 3

MPI 163 (Oct 2009) Exterior W.B. Light Industrial Coating, Semi-Gloss, MPI Gloss Level 5

MPI 164 (Oct 2009) Exterior W.B. Light Industrial Coating, Gloss, MPI Gloss Level 6

MPI 19 (Oct 2009) Inorganic Zinc Rich Primer

MPI 2 (Oct 2009) Aluminum Heat Resistant Enamel (up to 427 C and 800 F

MPI 21 (Oct 2009) Heat Resistant Enamel, Gloss (up to 205 degrees C and 400 degrees F), MPI Gloss Level 6

MPI 22 (Oct 2009) Aluminum Paint, High Heat (up to 590 degrees C and 1100 degrees F.

MPI 23 (Oct 2009) Surface Tolerant Metal Primer

MPI 26 (Oct 2009) Cementitious Galvanized Metal Primer

MPI 27 (Oct 2009) Exterior / Interior Alkyd Floor Enamel, Gloss

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MPI 31 (Oct 2009) Polyurethane, Moisture Cured, Clear Gloss

MPI 39 (Oct 2009) Interior Latex-Based Wood Primer

MPI 4 (Oct 2009) Interior/Exterior Latex Block Filler

MPI 42 (Oct 2009) Latex Stucco and Masonry Textured Coating

MPI 44 (Oct 2009) Interior Latex, MPI Gloss Level

MPI 45 (Oct 2009) Interior Alkyd Primer Sealer

MPI 46 (Oct 2009) Interior Enamel Undercoat

MPI 47 (Oct 2009) Interior Alkyd, Semi-Gloss, MPI Gloss Level 5

MPI 48 (Oct 2009) Interior Alkyd, Gloss, MPI Gloss Level 6

MPI 49 (Oct 2009) Interior Alkyd, Flat, MPI Gloss Level 1

MPI 5 (Oct 2009) Exterior Alkyd Wood Primer

MPI 50 (Oct 2009) Interior Latex Primer Sealer

MPI 51 (Oct 2009) Interior Alkyd, Eggshell, MPI Gloss Level 2

MPI 52 (Oct 2009) Interior Latex, MPI Gloss Level

MPI 54 (Oct 2009) Interior Latex, Semi-Gloss, MPI Gloss Level 5

MPI 56 (Oct 2009) Interior Oil Modified Urethane Clear Gloss

MPI 57 (Oct 2009) Interior Oil Modified Urethane Clear Satin

MPI 59 (Oct 2009) Interior/Exterior Floor Enamel, Low Gloss

MPI 6 (Oct 2009) Exterior Latex Wood Primer

MPI 60 (Oct 2009) Interior/Exterior Latex Floor Paint, Low Gloss

MPI 68 (Oct 2009) Interior/Exterior Latex Floor Enamel, Gloss

MPI 7 (Oct 2009) Exterior Oil Wood Primer

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MPI 71 (Oct 2009) Polyurethane, Moisture Cured, Clear, Flat

MPI 72 (Oct 2009) Polyurethane, Two Component, Pigmented, Gloss

MPI 77 (Oct 2009) Epoxy Gloss

MPI 79 (Oct 2009) Alkyd Anti-Corrosive Metal Primer

MPI 8 (Oct 2009) Exterior Alkyd, Flat, MPI Gloss Level I

MPI 9 (Oct 2009) Exterior Alkyd, Gloss, MPI Gloss Level 6

MPI 90 (Oct 2009) Interior Wood Stain, Semi-Transparent

MPI 94 (Oct 2009) Exterior Alkyd, Semi-Gloss, MPI Gloss Level 5

MPI 95 (Oct 2009) Quick Drying Primer for Aluminum

SCIENTIFIC CERTIFICATION SYSTEMS (SCS)

SCS SCS Global Services (SCS)Indoor Advantage

SCS SP-01 (2000) Environmentally Preferable Product Specification for Architectural and Anti-Corrosive Paints

SOCIETY FOR PROTECTIVE COATINGS (SSPC)

SSPC 7/NACE No.4 (2007; E 2004) Brush-Off Blast Cleaning

SSPC Guide 6 (2015) Guide for Containing Surface Preparation Debris Generated During Paint Removal Operations

SSPC Guide 7 (2004; E 2004) Guide to the Disposal of Lead-Contaminated Surface Preparation Debris

SSPC PA 1 (2000; E 2004) Shop, Field, and Maintenance Painting of Steel

SSPC PA Guide 3 (1982; E 1995) A Guide to Safety in Paint Application

SSPC Paint 18 (1982; E 2004) Chlorinated Rubber Intermediate Coat Paint

SSPC QP 1 (2012; E 2012) Standard Procedure for Evaluating Painting Contractors (Field Application to Complex Industrial Structures)

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SSPC SP 1 (2015) Solvent Cleaning

SSPC SP 10/NACE No. 2 (2007) Near-White Blast Cleaning

SSPC SP 12/NACE No.5 (2002) Surface Preparation and Cleaning of Metals by Waterjetting Prior to Recoating

SSPC SP 2 (1982; E 2000; E 2004) Hand Tool Cleaning

SSPC SP 3 (1982; E 2004) Power Tool Cleaning

SSPC SP 6/NACE No.3 (2007) Commercial Blast Cleaning

SSPC VIS 1 (2002; E 2004) Guide and Reference Photographs for Steel Surfaces Prepared by Dry Abrasive Blast Cleaning

SSPC VIS 3 (2004) Guide and Reference Photographs for Steel Surfaces Prepared by Hand and Power Tool Cleaning

SSPC VIS 4/NACE VIS 7 (1998; E 2000; E 2004) Guide and Reference Photographs for Steel Surfaces Prepared by Waterjetting

U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS (USACE)

EM 385-1-1 (2014) Safety and Health Requirements Manual

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE (DOD)

MIL-PRF-680 (2010; Rev C; Notice 1 2015) Degreasing Solvent

MIL-STD-101 (2014; Rev C) Color Code for Pipelines and for Compressed Gas Cylinders

U.S. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA)

EPA Method 24 (2000) Determination of Volatile Matter Content, Water Content, Density, Volume Solids, and Weight Solids of Surface Coatings

U.S. FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION (FAA)

FAA AC 70/7460-1 (2015; Rev L) Obstruction Marking and Lighting

U.S. GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION (GSA)

FED-STD-313 (2014; Rev E) Material Safety Data, Transportation Data and Disposal Data for Hazardous Materials Furnished to Government Activities

FED-STD-595 (Rev C; Notice 1) Colors Used in Government Procurement

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U.S. GREEN BUILDING COUNCIL (USGBC)

LEED NC (2009) Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design(tm) New Construction Rating System

U.S. NATIONAL ARCHIVES AND RECORDS ADMINISTRATION (NARA)

29 CFR 1910.1000 Air Contaminants

29 CFR 1910.1001 Asbestos

29 CFR 1910.1025 Lead

29 CFR 1926.62 Lead

UL ENVIRONMENT (ULE)

ULE Greenguard UL Greenguard Certification Program

1.2 SUBMITTALS

NOTE: Review Submittal Description (SD) definitions in Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES and edit the following list to reflect only the submittals required for the project.

The Guide Specification technical editors have designated those items that require Government approval, due to their complexity or criticality, with a "G". Generally, other submittal items can be reviewed by the Contractor's Quality Control System. Only add a “G” to an item, if the submittal is sufficiently important or complex in context of the project..

For submittals requiring Government approval on Army projects, a code of up to three characters within the submittal tags may be used following the "G" designation to indicate the approving authority.

Codes for Army projects using the Resident Management System (RMS) are: "AE" for Architect-Engineer; "DO" for District Office (Engineering Division or other organization in the District Office); "AO" for Area Office; "RO" for Resident Office; and "PO" for Project Office. Codes following the "G" typically are not used for Navy, Air Force, and NASA projects.

Use the "S" classification only in SD-11 Closeout Submittals. The "S" following a submittal item indicates that the submittal is required for the Sustainability Notebook to fulfill federally mandated sustainable requirements in accordance with Section 01 33 29 SUSTAINABILITY REPORTING.

Choose the first bracketed item for Navy, Air Force

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Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" designation;

submittals not having a "G" designation are [for Contractor Quality Control approval.][for information only. When used, a designation following the "G" designation identifies the office that will review the submittal for the Government.] Submittals with an "S" are for inclusion in the Sustainability Notebook, in conformance to Section 01 33 29 SUSTAINABILITY REPORTING. Submit the following in accordance with Section 01 33 00

SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:

The current MPI, "Approved Product List" which lists paint by brand, label, product name and product code as of the date of contract award, will be used to determine compliance with the submittal requirements of this specification. The Contractor may choose to use a subsequent MPI "Approved Product List", however, only one list may be used for the entire contract and each coating system is to be from a single manufacturer. All coats on a particular substrate must be from a single manufacturer. No variation from the MPI Approved Products List is acceptable.

Samples of specified materials may be taken and tested for compliance with specification requirements.

In keeping with the intent of Executive Order 13101, "Greening the Government through Waste Prevention, Recycling, and Federal Acquisition", products certified by SCS as meeting SCS SP-01 shall be given preferential consideration over registered products. Products that are registered shall be given preferential consideration over products not carrying any EPP designation.

SD-02 Shop Drawings

Piping identification

Submit color stencil codes

SD-03 Product Data

Certification

[ Local/Regional Materials; ( LEED NC)

Submit documentation indicating distance between manufacturing facility and the project site. Indicate distance of raw material origin from the project site. Indicate relative dollar value of local/regional materials to total dollar value of products included in project. ]

[ Environmental Data

] Materials; ( LEED NC)

Submit documentation indicating percentage of post-industrial and post-consumer recycled content per unit of product. Indicate relative dollar value of recycled content products to total dollar value of products included in project.

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Coating; G [, [_____]]

Manufacturer's Technical Data Sheets ; (LEED)

Indicate VOC content.

[Sealant]

SD-04 Samples

Color; G [, [_____]]

Submit manufacturer's samples of paint colors. Cross reference color samples to color scheme as indicated.

Note: The Sample Wall Coating Mock-Up is to be used for texture wall coating systems.

[ Textured Wall Coating System; G [, [_____]]

Sample Textured Wall Coating System Mock-Up; G [, [_____]]

SD-07 Certificates

Applicator's qualifications

Qualification Testing laboratory for coatings; G [, [_____]]

SD-08 Manufacturer's Instructions

Application instructions

Mixing

Detailed mixing instructions, minimum and maximum application temperature and humidity, potlife, and curing and drying times between coats.

Manufacturer's Material Safety Data Sheets

Submit manufacturer's Material Safety Data Sheets for coatings, solvents, and other potentially hazardous materials, as defined in

FED-STD-313 .

SD-10 Operation and Maintenance Data

Coatings:; G [, [_____]]

Preprinted cleaning and maintenance instructions for all coating systems shall be provided.

SD-11 Closeout Submittals

[ Local/Regional Materials; (LEED)

LEED documentation relative to local/regional materials credit in

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[ Materials; (LEED) ]

[ LEED documentation relative to recycled content credit in accordance with LEED Reference Guide. Include in LEED Documentation Notebook. ]

[ LEED documentation relative to low emitting materials credit in accordance with LEED Reference Guide. Include in LEED Documentation Notebook. ]

1.3 APPLICATOR'S QUALIFICATIONS

NOTE: When using the contractor qualification clause rather than the SSPC Certification requirements, edit to require appropriate experience.

NOTE: Select only one of the following two bracketed paragraphs.

[ 1.3.1 Contractor Qualification

Submit the name, address, telephone number, FAX number, and e-mail address of the contractor that will be performing all surface preparation and coating application. Submit evidence that key personnel have successfully performed surface preparation and application of coatings on [_____] on a minimum of three similar projects within the past three years. List information by individual and include the following:

a. Name of individual and proposed position for this work.

b. Information about each previous assignment including:

Position or responsibility

Employer (if other than the Contractor)

Name of facility owner

Mailing address, telephone number, and telex number (if non-US) of facility owner

Name of individual in facility owner's organization who can be contacted as a reference

Location, size and description of structure

Dates work was carried out

Description of work carried out on structure

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NOTE: For projects in continental US, Hawaii, Alaska, and Puerto Rico, require SSPC Certification. Use in other locations where qualified US contractor is desired. If project involves removal of paint containing hazardous materials, add requirement for SSPC QP-2 certification in section of specification where the hazardous paint removal is specified, generally section 02 83 13.00 20 LEAD IN CONSTRUCTION or section 02 82 33.13 20 REMOVAL/CONTROL AND DISPOSAL

OF PAINT WITH LEAD.

NOTE: **WARNING**WARNING**WARNING**WARNING**

Solicitations requiring SSPC Certification should point out the existence and location of the certification requirement, in the Project Information Form. To be enforceable, the requirement must be pointed out in the solicitation documents. SSPC Certification is a special responsibility requirement pursuant to FAR 9.104-2.

This is analogous to requiring bidders to have a specified level of experience or expertise and GAO has sustained these types of special requirements.

NOTE: Use bracket option below concerning SSPC QP 1 only when industrial coatings are required.

Painting qualifications for projects such as BEQ's, training facilities and general administration buildings do not require QP 1 certification.

[ 1.3.2 SSPC QP 1 Certification

All contractors and subcontractors that perform surface preparation or coating application shall be certified by the Society for Protective Coatings (formerly Steel Structures Painting Council) (SSPC) to the requirements of SSPC QP 1 prior to contract award, and shall remain certified while accomplishing any surface preparation or coating application. The painting contractors and painting subcontractors must remain so certified for the duration of the project. If a contractor's or subcontractor's certification expires, the firm will not be allowed to perform any work until the certification is reissued. Requests for extension of time for any delay to the completion of the project due to an inactive certification will not be considered and liquidated damages will apply. Notify the Contracting Officer of any change in contractor certification status.

] 1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

1.4.1 Field Samples and Tests

The Contracting Officer may choose up to two coatings that have been

SECTION 09 90 00 Page 16 delivered to the site to be tested at no cost to the Government. Take samples of each chosen product as specified in the paragraph "Sampling Procedures." Test each chosen product as specified in the paragraph "Testing Procedure." Products which do not conform, shall be removed from the job site and replaced with new products that conform to the referenced specification. Testing of replacement products that failed initial testing shall be at no cost to the Government.

NOTE: Only require the testing for large quantities of epoxy/polyurethane coatings or a single coating system that is used in large quantities on the project. A large quantity of epoxy/polyurethane coatings is considered to be 189 Liters 50 gallons or more, a large quantity of other coating systems is considered to be 757 Liters 200 gallons or more.

List all coatings for testing by MPI or SSPC paint number in the following paragraph.

[ Another required testing is Batch Quality Conformance Testing to prove conformance of the manufacturer's paint to the specified MPI standard.

This testing is accomplished before the materials are delivered to the job site. Provide testing for [_____] paint products. Test paint products as specified in the paragraph "Testing Procedure".

] 1.4.1.1 Sampling Procedure

The Contracting Officer will select paint at random from the products that have been delivered to the job site for sample testing. The Contractor shall provide one liter one quart samples of the selected paint materials.

The samples shall be taken in the presence of the Contracting Officer, and labeled, identifying each sample. Provide labels in accordance with the paragraph "Packaging, Labeling, and Storage" of this specification.

1.4.1.2 Testing Procedure

Provide Batch Quality Conformance Testing for specified products, as defined by and performed by MPI. As an alternative to Batch Quality Conformance Testing, the Contractor may provide Qualification Testing for specified products above to the appropriate MPI product specification, using the third-party laboratory approved under the paragraph "Qualification Testing" laboratory for coatings. The qualification testing lab report shall include the backup data and summary of the test results.

The summary shall list all of the reference specification requirements and the result of each test. The summary shall clearly indicate whether the tested paint meets each test requirement. Note that Qualification Testing may take 4 to 6 weeks to perform, due to the extent of testing required.

Submit name, address, telephone number, FAX number, and e-mail address of the independent third party laboratory selected to perform testing of coating samples for compliance with specification requirements. Submit documentation that laboratory is regularly engaged in testing of paint samples for conformance with specifications, and that employees performing testing are qualified. If the Contractor chooses MPI to perform the Batch Quality Conformance testing, the above submittal information is not required, only a letter is required from the Contractor stating that MPI will perform the testing.

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1.4.2 Textured Wall Coating System

Three complete samples of each indicated type, pattern, and color of textured wall coating system applied to a panel of the same material as that on which the coating system will be applied in the work. Samples of wall coating systems shall be minimum 125 by 175 mm 5 by 7 inches and of sufficient size to show pattern repeat and texture.

1.4.3 Sample Textured Wall Coating System Mock-Up

After coating samples are approved, and prior to starting installation, a minimum 2430 mm by 2430 mm 8 foot by 8 foot mock-up shall be provided for each substrate and for each color and type of textured wall coating, using the actual substrate materials. Once approved the mock-up samples shall be used as a standard of workmanship for installation within the facility. At least 48 hours prior to mock-up installation, the Contractor shall submit written notification to the Contracting Officer's Representative.

[ 1.4.4 Sustainable Design Certification

NOTE: Products meeting the Gold standard will also meet the basic standard. Require Gold when the facility will be used by people sensitive to air quality conditions, such as child development centers and medical facilties.

Product shall be third party certified in accordance with ULE Greenguard [ Gold], SCS Scientific Certification Systems Indoor Advantage[ Gold ]or equal. Certification shall be performed annually and shall be current.

] 1.5 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

1.5.1 Environmental Protection

In addition to requirements specified elsewhere for environmental protection, provide coating materials that conform to the restrictions of the local Air Pollution Control District and regional jurisdiction.

Notify Contracting Officer of any paint specified herein which fails to conform.

1.5.2 Lead Content

Do not use coatings having a lead content over 0.06 percent by weight of nonvolatile content.

1.5.3 Chromate Content

Do not use coatings containing zinc-chromate or strontium-chromate.

1.5.4 Asbestos Content

Materials shall not contain asbestos.

1.5.5 Mercury Content

Materials shall not contain mercury or mercury compounds.

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1.5.6 Silica

Abrasive blast media shall not contain free crystalline silica.

1.5.7 Human Carcinogens

Materials shall not contain ACGIH 0100 confirmed human carcinogens (A1) or suspected human carcinogens (A2).

1.6 PACKAGING, LABELING, AND STORAGE

NOTE: Materials with a high capacity to absorb VOC emissions include materials which are woven, fibrous or porous in nature, such as acoustical ceilings, carpet, and textiles.

Paints shall be in sealed containers that legibly show the contract specification number, designation name, formula or specification number, batch number, color, quantity, date of manufacture, manufacturer's formulation number, manufacturer's directions including any warnings and special precautions, and name and address of manufacturer. Pigmented paints shall be furnished in containers not larger than 20 liters 5 gallons.

Paints and thinners shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's written directions, and as a minimum, stored off the ground, under cover, with sufficient ventilation to prevent the buildup of flammable vapors, and at temperatures between 4 to 35 degrees C 40 to 95 degrees F. Do not store paint, polyurethane, varnish, or wood stain products with materials that have a high capacity to adsorb VOC emissions, [including [_____]]. Do not store paint, polyurethane, varnish, or wood stain products in occupied spaces.

1.7 SAFETY AND HEALTH

Apply coating materials using safety methods and equipment in accordance with the following:

Work shall comply with applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations, and with the ACCIDENT PREVENTION PLAN, including the Activity Hazard Analysis as specified in Section 01 35 26 GOVERNMENT SAFETY REQUIREMENTS and in Appendix A of EM 385-1-1 . The Activity Hazard Analysis shall include analyses of the potential impact of painting operations on painting personnel and on others involved in and adjacent to the work zone.

1.7.1 Safety Methods Used During Coating Application

Comply with the requirements of SSPC PA Guide 3 .

1.7.2 Toxic Materials

To protect personnel from overexposure to toxic materials, conform to the most stringent guidance of:

a. The applicable manufacturer's Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) or local regulation.

b. 29 CFR 1910.1000 .

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c. ACGIH 0100 , threshold limit values.

NOTE: Delete following paragraph if no lead is contained in existing coating systems. For Army projects use Section 02 83 19.13 10 LEAD-BASED PAINT ABATEMENT. In Navy projects where LBP/LCP must be removed or lead-based paint hazards abated as defined by Public Law 102-550 Title X - Residential Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act of 1992 (ie:

in child-targeted facilities such as family housing and childcare facilities), use Section 02 82 33.13 20

REMOVAL/CONTROL AND DISPOSAL OF PAINT WITH LEAD.

For Navy projects not affected by Public Law 102-550 Title X, use Section 02 83 13.00 20 REMOVAL/CONTROL

AND DISPOSAL OF PAINT WITH LEAD.

[d. The appropriate OSHA standard in 29 CFR 1910.1025 and 29 CFR 1926.62 for surface preparation on painted surfaces containing lead. Removal and disposal of coatings which contain lead is specified in [Section 02 83 19.13 10 LEAD-BASED PAINT ABATEMENT][Section 02 83 13.00 20 LEAD IN CONSTRUCTION][Section 02 82 33.13 20 REMOVAL/CONTROL AND DISPOSAL OF PAINT WITH LEAD][_____]." Additional guidance is given in SSPC Guide 6 and SSPC Guide 7 . Refer to drawings for list of hazardous materials located on this project. Contractor to coordinate paint preparation activities with this specification section.

NOTE: Delete following paragraph if no asbestos is contained in existing coating systems.

[ e. The appropriate OSHA standards in 29 CFR 1910.1001 for surface preparation of painted surfaces containing asbestos. Removal and disposal of coatings which contain asbestos materials is specified in [Section 02 82 16.00 20 ENGINEERING CONTROL OF ASBESTOS CONTAINING MATERIALS][Section 02 82 13.00 10 ASBESTOS ABATEMENT]. Refer to drawings for list of hazardous materials located on this project.

Contractor to coordinate paint preparation activities with this specification section.

] 1.8 ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

Comply, at minimum, with manufacturer recommendations for space ventilation during and after installation. [Isolate area of application from rest of building when applying high-emission paints or coatings.]

1.8.1 Coatings

Do not apply coating when air or substrate conditions are:

a. Less than 3 degrees C 5 degrees F above dew point;

b. Below 10 degrees C 50 degrees F or over 35 degrees C 95 degrees F, unless specifically pre-approved by the Contracting Officer and the product manufacturer. Under no circumstances shall application conditions exceed manufacturer recommendations.

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1.8.2 Post-Application

NOTE: In some regions, designer shall choose the most appropriate option(s) for ventilation. For instance, high-humidity regions may generate too much condensate when using 100 percent outside air.

Vacate space for as long as possible after application. Wait a minimum of 48 hours before occupying freshly painted rooms. Maintain one of the following ventilation conditions during the curing period, or for 72 hours after application:

a. Supply 100 percent outside air 24 hours a day.

b. Supply airflow at a rate of 6 air changes per hour, when outside temperatures are between 13 degrees C 55 degrees F and 29 degrees C 85 degrees F and humidity is between 30 percent and 60 percent.

c. Supply airflow at a rate of 1.5 air changes per hour, when outside air conditions are not within the range stipulated above.

1.9 SUSTAINABLE DESIGN REQUIREMENTS

1.9.1 Local/Regional Materials

NOTE: Using local materials can help minimize transportation impacts, including fossil fuel consumption, air pollution, and labor. Using materials harvested and manufactured within a 500 mile radius from the project site contributes to the following LEED credit: MR5. Coordinate with Section 01 33 29 LEED(tm) DOCUMENTATION. Use second option if Contractor is choosing local materials in accordance with Section 01 33 29 LEED(tm) DOCUMENTATION. First option shall not be used for USACE projects. Army projects shall include second option only if pursuing this LEED credit.

[ Use materials or products extracted, harvested, or recovered, as well as manufactured, within a [800][_____] kilometer [500][_____] mile radius from the project site, if available from a minimum of three sources.][See Section 01 33 29 LEED(tm) DOCUMENTATION for cumulative total local material requirements. Paint and coating materials may be locally available.

] 1.9.2 Environmental Data

NOTE: ASTM E2129 provides for detailed documentation of the sustainability aspects of products used in the project. This level of detail may be useful to the Contractor, Government, building occupants, or the public in assessing the sustainability of these products.

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[ Submit Table 1 of ASTM E2129 for the following products: [_____].

] 1.10 SCHEDULING

NOTE: Materials that adsorb VOCs include carpets, textiles, unprimed gypsum wallboard, and acoustical ceiling panels.

Allow paint, polyurethane, varnish, and wood stain installations to cure prior to the installation of materials that adsorb VOCs, including [_____].

1.11 COLOR SELECTION

NOTE: Include the following bracketed paragraph and Table if the project includes painting of Shore-To-Ship Utility connections

[ Color Coding For Shore-To-Ship Utility Connections: Paint hose connection fittings and shut-off valves the designated color. In addition to color coding provide 50 mm 2 inch high stenciled letters using black stencil paint, clearly designating service for each connection.

Color Coding for Shore-to-Ship Utility Connections

Service Color FED-STD-595 No.

Potable Water* Blue 15044

Water Provided Red 11105 for Fire Protection**

Chilled Water Striped Blue/White 15044/17886

Oily Waste Water Striped Yellow/Black 13538/17038

Sewer Gold 17043

Steam White 17886

High Pressure Air Gray 16081

Low Pressure Air Tan 10324

Fuel Yellow 13655

* This includes connections serving domestic functions.

** This includes non-potable salt water or, at some locations, fresh water connections provided for fire protection (may also include flushing and cooling requirements). Note: This does not include waterfront fire hydrants.

] Colors of finish coats shall be as indicated or specified. Where not

SECTION 09 90 00 Page 22 indicated or specified, colors shall be selected by the Contracting Officer. Manufacturers' names and color identification are used for the purpose of color identification only. Named products are acceptable for use only if they conform to specified requirements. Products of other manufacturers are acceptable if the colors approximate colors indicated and the product conforms to specified requirements.

Tint each coat progressively darker to enable confirmation of the number of coats.

NOTE: On Navy projects, do not use Section 09 06 00 SCHEDULES FOR FINISHES. Provide color selection on the contract drawings.

Color, texture, and pattern of wall coating systems shall be [as indicated][in accordance with Section 09 06 00 SCHEDULES FOR FINISHES]

1.12 LOCATION AND SURFACE TYPE TO BE PAINTED

NOTE: Drawings should indicate type and extent of work. Specific quantities should not be cited in the specification. Indicate on the drawings the linear amount of existing putty, glazing compound, sealant or caulking to be replaced with new material and quantify the area of existing coating to be removed by methods specified for each substrate material.

1.12.1 Painting Included

Where a space or surface is indicated to be painted, include the following unless indicated otherwise.

a. Surfaces behind portable objects and surface mounted articles readily detachable by removal of fasteners, such as screws and bolts.

b. New factory finished surfaces that require identification or color coding and factory finished surfaces that are damaged during performance of the work.

c. Existing coated surfaces that are damaged during performance of the work.

1.12.1.1 Exterior Painting

Includes new surfaces[, existing coated surfaces,] [and] [existing uncoated surfaces,] of the building[s] and appurtenances. Also included are existing coated surfaces made bare by cleaning operations.

1.12.1.2 Interior Painting

Includes new surfaces[, existing uncoated surfaces,] [and] [existing coated surfaces] of the building[s] and appurtenances as indicated and existing coated surfaces made bare by cleaning operations. Where a space or surface

SECTION 09 90 00 Page 23 is indicated to be painted, include the following items, unless indicated otherwise.

a. Exposed columns, girders, beams, joists, and metal deck; and

b. Other contiguous surfaces.

1.12.2 Painting Excluded

Do not paint the following unless indicated otherwise.

a. Surfaces concealed and made inaccessible by panelboards, fixed ductwork, machinery, and equipment fixed in place.

b. Surfaces in concealed spaces. Concealed spaces are defined as enclosed spaces above suspended ceilings, furred spaces, attic spaces, crawl spaces, elevator shafts and chases.

c. Steel to be embedded in concrete.

d. Copper, stainless steel, aluminum, brass, and lead except existing coated surfaces.

e. Hardware, fittings, and other factory finished items.

[ f. Surfaces in the following areas shall not be painted:

] 1.12.3 Mechanical and Electrical Painting

Includes field coating of [interior] [and] [exterior] new [and existing] surfaces.

a. Where a space or surface is indicated to be painted, include the following items unless indicated otherwise.

(1) Exposed piping, conduit, and ductwork;

(2) Supports, hangers, air grilles, and registers;

(3) Miscellaneous metalwork and insulation coverings.

[ b. Do not paint the following, unless indicated otherwise:

[ (1) New zinc-coated, aluminum, and copper surfaces under insulation

][ (2) New aluminum jacket on piping

][ (3) New interior ferrous piping under insulation.

]][ 1.12.3.1 Fire Extinguishing Sprinkler Systems

Clean, pretreat, prime, and paint new fire extinguishing sprinkler systems including valves, piping, conduit, hangers, supports, miscellaneous metalwork, and accessories. Apply coatings to clean, dry surfaces, using clean brushes. Clean the surfaces to remove dust, dirt, rust, and loose mill scale. Immediately after cleaning, provide the metal surfaces with one coat primer per schedules. Shield sprinkler heads with protective covering while painting is in progress. Upon completion of painting, SECTION 09 90 00 Page 24 remove protective covering from sprinkler heads. Remove sprinkler heads which have been painted and replace with new sprinkler heads. Provide primed surfaces with the following:

a. Piping in Unfinished Areas: Provide primed surfaces with one coat of red alkyd gloss enamel applied to a minimum dry film thickness of 0.025 mm 1.0 mil in attic spaces, spaces above suspended ceilings, crawl spaces, pipe chases, mechanical equipment room, and spaces where walls or ceiling are not painted or not constructed of a prefinished material. [In lieu of red enamel finish coat, provide piping with 50 mm 2 inch wide red enamel bands or self-adhering red plastic bands spaced at maximum of 6 meters 20 foot intervals.]

b. Piping in Finished Areas: Provide primed surfaces with two coats of paint to match adjacent surfaces, except provide valves and operating accessories with one coat of red alkyd gloss enamel applied to a minimum dry film thickness of 0.025 mm 1.0 mil. Provide piping with 50 mm 2 inch wide red enamel bands or self-adhering red plastic bands spaced at maximum of 6 meters 20 foot intervals throughout the piping systems.

] [ 1.12.4 Exterior Painting of Site Work Items

Field coat the following items:

New Surfaces Existing Surfaces

a. [_____] [_____]

b. [_____] [_____]

c. [_____] [_____]

] 1.12.5 MISCELLANEOUS PAINTING

Lettering [Building ][Room Number(s) ]

Lettering shall be provided as scheduled on the drawings, shall be [block] [Gothic] type, and shall be [black enamel] [water-type decalcomania, finished with a protective coating of spar varnish]. Samples shall be approved before application.

[ Obstructions To Aviation

NOTE: Structures, such as smokestacks, poles, and buildings, which have been identified as obstruction to aviation will be specified by name. Verify that the structures so identified are not specified to be painted in the sections specifying the structures so that painting will not be specified twice.

Coordinate with FAA for alternate colors and patterns.

The following obstructions to aviation shall be painted in the pattern and color prescribed by [ FAA AC 70/7460-1 ] [_____]

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] 1.12.6 Definitions and Abbreviations

1.12.6.1 Qualification Testing

Qualification testing is the performance of all test requirements listed in the product specification. This testing is accomplished by MPI to qualify each product for the MPI Approved Product List, and may also be accomplished by Contractor's third party testing lab if an alternative to Batch Quality Conformance Testing by MPI is desired.

1.12.6.2 Batch Quality Conformance Testing

Batch quality conformance testing determines that the product provided is the same as the product qualified to the appropriate product specification. This testing shall only be accomplished by MPI testing lab.

1.12.6.3 Coating

A film or thin layer applied to a base material called a substrate. A coating may be a metal, alloy, paint, or solid/liquid suspensions on various substrates (metals, plastics, wood, paper, leather, cloth, etc.).

They may be applied by electrolysis, vapor deposition, vacuum, or mechanical means such as brushing, spraying, calendaring, and roller coating. A coating may be applied for aesthetic or protective purposes or both. The term "coating" as used herein includes emulsions, enamels, stains, varnishes, sealers, epoxies, and other coatings, whether used as primer, intermediate, or finish coat. The terms paint and coating are used interchangeably.

1.12.6.4 DFT or dft

Dry film thickness, the film thickness of the fully cured, dry paint or coating.

1.12.6.5 DSD

Degree of Surface Degradation, the MPI system of defining degree of surface degradation. Five (5) levels are generically defined under the Assessment sections in the MPI Maintenance Repainting Manual.

1.12.6.6 EPP

Environmentally Preferred Products, a standard for determining environmental preferability in support of Executive Order 13101.

1.12.6.7 EXT

MPI short term designation for an exterior coating system.

1.12.6.8 INT

MPI short term designation for an interior coating system.

1.12.6.9 micron / microns

The metric measurement for 0.001 mm or one/one-thousandth of a millimeter.

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1.12.6.10 mil / mils

The English measurement for 0.001 in or one/one-thousandth of an inch, equal to 25.4 microns or 0.0254 mm.

1.12.6.11 mm

The metric measurement for millimeter, 0.001 meter or one/one-thousandth of a meter.

1.12.6.12 MPI Gloss Levels

MPI system of defining gloss. Seven (7) gloss levels (G1 to G7) are generically defined under the Evaluation sections of the MPI Manuals.

Traditionally, Flat refers to G1/G2, Eggshell refers to G3, Semigloss refers to G5, and Gloss refers to G6.

Gloss levels are defined by MPI as follows:

Gloss Description Units Units Level at 60 degrees at 85 degrees

G1 Matte or Flat 0 to 5 10 max G2 Velvet 0 to 10 10 to 35 G3 Eggshell 10 to 25 10 to 35 G4 Satin 20 to 35 35 min G5 Semi-Gloss 35 to 70 G6 Gloss 70 to 85 G7 High Gloss

Gloss is tested in accordance with ASTM D523. Historically, the Government has used Flat (G1 / G2), Eggshell (G3), Semi-Gloss (G5), and Gloss (G6).

1.12.6.13 MPI System Number

The MPI coating system number in each Division found in either the MPI Architectural Painting Specification Manual or the Maintenance Repainting Manual and defined as an exterior (EXT/REX) or interior system (INT/RIN).

The Division number follows the CSI Master Format.

1.12.6.14 Paint

See Coating definition.

1.12.6.15 REX

MPI short term designation for an exterior coating system used in repainting projects or over existing coating systems.

1.12.6.16 RIN

MPI short term designation for an interior coating system used in repainting projects or over existing coating systems.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

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NOTE: Reprocessed and consolidated latex paints are EPA designated products for recycled content. See Section 01 33 29 SUSTAINABILITY REPORTING and include minimum recycled content options unless designer determines that a cost, quality or availability justification for non-use exists. EPA recycled content requirements must be addressed in all projects regardless of optional LEED/other recycled content goals. Designer must verify suitability, availability and adequate competition (including verification of bracketed percentages included in this guide specification) before specifying products meeting EPA minimum recycled content.

Use of field-applied interior coatings with recycled content, calculated on the basis of post-industrial and post-consumer percentage content, contributes to the following LEED credit:

MR4. Coordinate with Section 01 33 29 LEED(tm) DOCUMENTATION. Designer must verify suitability, availability and adequate competition (including verification of bracketed percentages included in this guide specification) before specifying product recycled content requirements. Use second option if Contractor is choosing recycled content products in accordance with Section 01 33 29 LEED(tm) DOCUMENTATION. Army projects shall specify recycled content exceeding EPA requirements only if pursuing this LEED credit.

Conform to the coating specifications and standards referenced in PART 3.

Submit manufacturer's technical data sheets for specified coatings and solvents. [Minimum [20][50][_____] percent post-consumer recycled content for the following light-colored paints and primers: [_____]. Minimum [50][90][99][_____] percent post-consumer recycled content for the following dark-colored paints and primers: [_____].