PHI-2024 Division 09 Finishes- Exterior PaintingHistoric New England Specifications
Exterior Preservation Project
Phillips House- Carriage Barn, Salem, MA
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DIVISION 09
FINISHES
SECTION 09 91 13 – EXTERIOR PAINTING
SECTION I – GENERAL
1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS
A. Division 00 Procurement and Contracting Requirements
B. Division 01 General Requirements
C. Division 06 Wood, Plastics, and Composites
D. Division 08 Openings
E. Project Drawings and Photos
1.2 DESCRIPTION OF WORK
A. The extent of applying paint includes, but is not limited to, the following (see Project
Price Proposal for quantity details):
a. Remove compromised paint from all wooden elements not already addressed.
b. Prep all surfaces to receive paint, including those of elements repaired or newly
installed.
c. Apply coatings to all surfaces as applicable.
B. If subcontractor is used, they must meet bid pre-qualification requirements.
1.3 PRODUCT STORAGE
F. Ensure containers of coatings have not sat stagnate in storage for an extended period of
time.
1.4 ENVIROMENTAL CONDITIONS
A. Do not apply coatings when a surface’s temperature or surrounding areas are below 50
degrees Fahrenheit, unless manufacturer’s instructions permits it.
B. Do not apply coatings in snow, rain, fog, or mist.
C. Do not apply coatings if the relative humidity is above 85%.
D. Do not apply coatings to damp or wet surfaces.
a. Moisture content must be 13% or less.
i. Test surfaces prior to applying coatings to ensure moisture content is at an
adequate level.
1.5 SUMBITTALS
A. Samples of paint colors.
B. Mockup of paint removal efforts of not less than one square foot.
C. Mockup of painting efforts of not less than one square foot.
Historic New England Specifications
Exterior Preservation Project
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SECTION II – PRODUCTS
2.1 PAINT
A. Paint: Benjamin Moore, Aura Exterior Paint- color and sheen TBD.
B. Primer: Benjamin Moore, Fresh Start Exterior.
2.2 WATER
A. Clean and free from deleterious amounts of acids, alkalis, or organic materials.
2.3 CLEANING SOLUTION
A. JOMAX House Cleaner and Mildew Killer.
2.4 CAULK
A. DAP DYNAFLEX 800 or Sika Sikaflex-1A.
2.5 WOOD TREATMENT
A. TBD.
2.6 RUST INHIBITOR
A. TBD.
SECTION III – EXECUTION
3.1 SURFACE PREPARATION
A. Cleaning:
a. Gently clean surfaces of any debris, dust, and organic material.
b. Power/ pressure washing is not permitted; water pressure to be 60 psi or less.
i. Use of a handheld compression tank sprayer is acceptable.
c. Use just water, applying cleaning solution only if needed.
d. Scrub with a soft, natural bristle brush by hand only when necessary.
e. If cleaning solution was used, rinse all areas thoroughly with water before
proceeding further.
f. If cleaning solution was used in close proximity to the landscape, use water to
saturate the landscape to ensure no adverse effects.
B. Coating Removal:
a. Remove compromised coating layers from surfaces until a sound layer is reached.
i. Scrape with hand tools.
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Exterior Preservation Project
Phillips House- Carriage Barn, Salem, MA
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ii. Take care not to inadvertently remove unnecessary layers of coatings.
iii. Removal of coatings down to substrate is acceptable only when necessary.
b. Sand surfaces and feather edges of stable, old coatings.
i. Using manual methods is preferred, but mechanical methods are
acceptable.
1. Use course sandpaper of 60 or 80 grit.
2. Random orbital or palm sanders are allowed, but must be attached
to dust collectors.
3. Disc sanders are not permitted.
ii. 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.
i. 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.
D. Wood Treatment:
a. Apply product to weathered and/or dry wood.
i. Flood surface until saturation is reached.
1. Take care to keep application off existing coated surfaces or
sanding of the product will be necessary.
ii. Wipe excess off surface.
3.3 PAINT APPLICATION
A. Apply paint to only surfaces that previously had a coating.
B. Apply one coat of primer by brush to elements to receive paint.
a. Do not prime glazing.
C. Apply rust inhibitor to exposed fastener heads.
D. Seal all joints and/or gaps around windows and doors and any vertical joints.
a. If openings are larger than 1/8”, a different treatment may be warranted.
E. Lightly sand rough or fuzzed areas just primed.
a. Take care to not expose substrate or repriming will be necessary.
F. Apply a minimum of two finish coats of paint by brush to elements as applicable.
a. Lap paint over glazing 1/16” onto glass.
G. Apply additional coatings where undercoats, stains, or other conditions show through
coating film, until uniform finish color is achieved.
H. Ensure openings previously functioning are not painted shut and are still operable.
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