PHI-2024 Division 06 Wood Plastics and Composites- Finish CarpentryHistoric New England Specifications
Exterior Preservation Project
Phillips House, Salem, MA
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DIVISION 06
WOOD AND PLASTICS, AND COMPOSITES
SECTION 06 20 00 – FINISH CARPENTRY
SECTION I – GENERAL
1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS
A. Division 00 Procurement and Contracting Requirements
B. Division 01 General Requirements
C. Division 09 Finishes
D. Project Drawings and Photos
1.2 DESCRIPTION OF WORK
A. The extent of wood repairs includes, but is not limited to, the following (see Project Price
Proposal for quantity details):
a. Repair of deteriorated window and door casings, doors, and window sills.
b. Paint repaired elements.
B. If subcontractor is used, they must meet bid pre-qualification requirements.
1.3 PRODUCT STORAGE
A. Store lumber off the ground on skids or pallets.
a. Place lumber on skids/ pallets in such a manner as to prevent any damage and/or
breakage.
b. Distribute weight of lumber on skids/ pallets evenly as best as possible.
c. Cover with non-staining, waterproof membrane.
i. Allow air to circulate around stored lumber.
B. Place and stack skids/ pallets in a safe manner.
1.4 SUBMITTALS
A. Mockup of paint removal efforts of not less than one square foot.
SECTION II – PRODUCTS
2.1 WOOD
A. Match species, clear, quartersawn 100% heart wood, minimum 7 growth rings to the
inch, without finger joints or other joints within members, thoroughly seasoned, and kiln-
dried to a moisture content not exceeding 12%.
a. Wood shall be free from defects or blemishes on surfaces exposed to view that
will show after paint has been applied.
b. Profiles and dimensions to match existing.
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2.2 UNDERLAYMENT
A. Match existing, if extant.
2.3 FASTENERS
A. Smooth shank stainless steel or hot-dipped galvanized nails of appropriate size and
configuration for use intended.
2.4 EPOXYS, CONSOLIDANT, AND ADHESIVES
A. West System 105 Epoxy Resin/ 205 Fast Hardener.
B. Flex-Tec HV.
C. Abatron WoodEpox.
D. Abatron LiquidWood
E. Titebond III.
2.5 PAINT
A. See Division 09 Finishes.
SECTION III – EXECUTION
3.1 PAINT REMOVAL
A. Remove compromised paint from elements as needed to execute proper repairs/
replacements.
a. Scrape with hand tools.
b. Take care not to inadvertently remove unnecessary layers of coatings.
c. Removal of coatings down to substrate is acceptable only when necessary.
B. Sand surfaces and feather edges of stable, old coatings.
a. Using manual methods is preferred, but mechanical methods are acceptable.
i. Use course sandpaper of 60 or 80 grit.
ii. Random orbital or palm sanders are allowed, but must be attached to dust
collectors.
iii. Disc sanders are not permitted.
b. Ensure efforts will facilitate a smooth transition between old and new coatings.
C. Take care not to gouge surfaces and to remove minimal amounts of wood fibers.
a. Any tool or sanding marks visible after the application of coatings will be the
responsibility of the Contractor and addressed accordingly at no additional cost.
3.2 EPOXY/ CONSOLIDENT REPAIRS
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A. If a section of a component is compromised but does not warrant a Dutchman repair, treat
the component with an epoxy or consolident in consultation with the Project Manager.
a. Prep and apply products per manufacturer’s instructions.
i. If applying an epoxy, tool treated area to original appearance/ match
adjacent surfaces.
3.3 DUTCHMAN REPAIRS
A. If an epoxy or consolident repair is deemed an unsuitable treatment approach, preform a
Dutchman repairs.
a. Neatly cut out compromised wood to sound material creating a proper void for
repair.
i. The amount of wood removed should be as minimal as possible.
ii. If fungus is the cause of the deterioration, remove wood just passed the
deteriorated section to prevent spread of any fungus contained therein.
iii. Create void that will provide mechanical attachments; i.e. dovetail or scarf
joint.
1. Cut away area will provide ample glue surface.
b. Cut Dutchman to exactly fit void, with exposed portion matching original profile
of woodwork and just slightly proud of original surface.
c. Orient grain of Dutchman to match grain of component into which it is being
inserted.
d. Affix Dutchman using appropriate joint.
i. If a Dutchman repair is warranted at the end of a component, use a
diagonal scarf joint for end-to-end joint between Dutchman and remaining
portion of component.
e. Clean glue surfaces with acetone or denatured alcohol.
f. Insert Dutchman using adhesive and clamp in place until glue is set.
i. Where clamping is not feasible, use small brads.
1. If brads are used, remove and fill holes after adhesive has set.
g. Do not damage or alter profile or finish of adjacent wood.
h. Plane or scrape Dutchman repair to provide a smooth, continuous surface flush
with adjacent wood.
3.4 COMPONENT REPLACEMENT
A. Fabricate new component for any compromised component deemed too deteriorated for
an epoxy/ consolident repair or Dutchmen repair.
B. Construction of new components to match existing.
C. Cut custom blades as required to match original profiles.
a. Label knifes with project code per the Project Manager.
D. Machine and surface new and replacement wood component to provide smooth even
surface without saw marks or plane marks.
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a. Wood with surface irregularities including, but not limited to, scratches, saw
marks, and plane knife marks visible after application of paint will be the
responsibility of the Contractor and addressed accordingly at no additional cost.
E. Install new component.
3.5 PAINT APPLICATION
A. Paint repaired elements per Division 09 Finishes.
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