There are more companies offering low-VOC paint products. Not all of them have had similar characteristics as solvent-based paints regarding coverage, wearability, etc. Some offerings, even by well-known brands, have been busts as far as servicability. Check with local painting contractors and get feedback from painting subcontractors to keep in touch with the different products.
In general, the deeper the tinting, the higher the VOCs. Consider limiting colors to whites and pastels.
Low-VOC paint products should not be thought of as 'natural' paints, for they are not. The products in this Section may not be sufficient protection for someone with chemical sensitivities. For natural based paints, see the lines of the following:
Auro paints by Sinan Co., P.O.Box 857, Davis, CA 95617 (916) 753-3104.
Livos and Bioshield paints by Livos Plantchemistry, 1365 Rufina circle, Santa Fe, NM 87501, (505)438-3448
SECTION 09900 — PAINTING
PART 1 — GENERAL
1.01 DESCRIPTION
Painting and finishing of interior and exterior items and surfaces. Paint exposed interior surfaces, except as otherwise indicated, and exterior wood siding and trim. Colors to be selected by Architect from standard colors available for the coatings required.
1.02 SUBMITTALS
Submit material safety data sheets of all sealers and coating materials.
1.03 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
Deliver materials to job site in new, original and unopened containers bearing manufacturer's name, trade name, and label analysis. Store in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
1.05 PROJECT CONDITIONS
Do not apply paint in snow, rain, fog or mist or when relative humidity exceeds 85%. Do not apply paint to damp or wet surfaces. Do not apply paint when temperature exceeds upper and lower limits specified by manufacturer.
PART 2 — PRODUCTS
2.01 GENERAL
Maxum, Maxgard and Maxtech products listed are by Premier Coatings, Inc. 2250 Arthur Avenue, Elk Grove Illinois 60007 800/323-0633. Safecoat products listed are by AFM Enterprises, 350 Ash St. Suite 700, San Diego CA 92101- 3404, (619) 239-0321.
Paints by other manufacturers meeting the same purpose, with low VOC (volatile organic compound) content, free of mercury, formaldehyde and lead, and meeting general serviceability standards may be substituted upon approval of Architect. Product shall be tintable with colors to be selected by Architect.
For tighter bidding an indication of no. & placement of colors and range of color can be indicated, as in the following three Articles. Use and/or edit to suit project…
2.02 NUMBER AND PLACEMENT OF INTERIOR COLORS
One paint color will be selected for all interior painted walls and ceilings of the entire project.
Two or three interior paint colors will be selected for the walls and ceilings of the entire project. Only one paint color will be selected for the interior painted surfaces of any one room or area.
More than one paint color will be selected for the interior painted walls and ceilings of any one room or area. No more than one paint color will be selected for any particular wall or ceiling. The specific placement of the colors [are defined in the drawings][will be defined by the Architect].
The selection of unlimited paint colors for interior painted surfaces. The placement of colors [are defined in the drawings][will be defined by the Architect].
2.03 NUMBER AND PLACEMENT OF EXTERIOR COLORS
Select or modify one or more of the following ¶s:
One paint color will be selected for all exterior painted surfaces of the building.
No more than two exterior paint colors will be selected for the building. No more than one paint color will be selected for any particular surface.
Three or more paint color for the building. No more than one paint color will be selected for any particular surface. The specific placement of the colors [are defined in the drawings][will be defined by the Architect].
The selection of unlimited paint colors for the building. The placement of colors [are defined in the drawings][will be defined by the Architect].
2.04 COLOR RANGES
Modify the following to suit the job:
Interior color levels for walls and ceilings will use paint colors normally designated as whites, off-whites, or pastels. The use of mid-tone, deep-tone, and ultra deep-tone paint colors for interior use are limited to [______________] only.
Exterior color levels will use paint colors normally designated as whites, off-whites, pastels or mid-tones on the body of the building. The use of deep-tone and ultra deep-tone paint colors for exterior use are limited to [______________] only. The use of these color ranges [are defined in the drawings][will be defined by the Architect].
2.05 SPECIAL PAINTED SURFACES
Modify the following to suit the job to include graphics, murals, faux finishes, or multicolored coatings. Or delete Article.
The use of special painted finishes [are defined in the drawings][will be defined by the Architect].
2.02 DRYWALL SURFACES - ALL ROOMS EXCEPT TOILET ROOMS
Primer: Maxum Interior Acrylic Primer sealer and enamel undercoater, orange peal texture Safecoat New Wallboard Primecoat HPV
Finish: Maxum Interior Acrylic Eggshell Finish (2 coats)
Safecoat Eggshell Enamel (2 coats)
2.03 DRYWALL SURFACES - TOILET ROOM
Primer: Maxum Interior Acrylic Primer sealer and enamel undercoater, orange peal texture
Safecoat New Wallboard Primecoat HPV
Finish: Maxum Interior Acrylic Semi-Gloss Finish (2 coats)
Safecoat Semi-Gloss Enamel (2 coats)
2.04 PRIMED METAL DOORS
Maxtech 1 (3 coats)
Safecoat Gloss Enamel (3 coats)
2.05 ENAMEL FOR DOOR FRAMES AND METAL RAILINGS
Maxtech 1 (3 coats)
Safecoat Gloss Enamel (3 coats)
2.06 CMU SURFACES
Maxum Blocklustre M-600, Satin finish.
Safecoat CemBond Masonry Paint.
2.07 TRANSPARENT FINISH FOR INTERIOR WOOD DOORS
Sealer and two finish coats (3 total): Maxtech Plus Urethane Acrylic, [satin][gloss]
Safecoat Polyureseal BP, [satin][gloss]
2.08 OTHER SURFACES AND ITEMS
Apply appropriate finishes complying with low-VOC requirements to miscellaneous surfaces not listed here.
PART 3 — EXECUTION
3.01 GENERAL
Inspect surfaces to be finished to determine that the finish will satisfactorily adhere and perform as intended.
Protect work of other trades. Correct any painting related damages by immediately cleaning, repairing, replacing or refinishing as directed by Architect.
Provide finish coats which are compatible with prime paints used. Provide barrier coats over incompatible primers where required. Notify Architect in writing of anticipated problems using specified coatings with substrates primed by others.
Remove below if inappropriate..............
3.02 REMOVAL OF LEAD-BASED PAINT
At the Owner's direction, samples of interior and exterior paint may be taken for testing to determine whether the paint contains more than 0.06% lead metal.
If directed by the Owner, remove or adequately cover lead-based paint as further directed by the Architect.
All additional costs for testing, removal of lead-based paint beyond that normally contemplated for repainting and disposal fees shall be borne by the Owner and added to the Contract Sum via signed Change Order.
Remove lead-based paint by scraping, heat treatment (infrared or coil type guns) or with chemicals. Do not under any circumstances use machine or hand sanding, sand or other types of blasting or propane torches.
Comply with current OSHA standards for worker protections, including but not limited to maximum exposure limits, respirators and/or masks selected for the anticipated lead-based paint concentration in the work area, disposable coveralls and footwear, and training in proper work practices.
Rope off work area during removal operation to prevent traffic other than protected lead-based paint removal workers. Cover floor or ground, cabinets and other permanent elements completely before beginning removal work. For interior work, proceed room by room, sealing work area with plastic to avoid dispersion. At exterior work, drape work area with plastic sheets to avoid dispersion by wind, and clean work area thoroughly before moving to the next work section.
Remove lead-based paint material in small work sections. Use care to remove contaminated materials with as little airborne dispersion as possible.
Clean at frequent intervals. Place lead-based paint-contaminated clothing, respirator filters, mop heads and other contaminated equipment in 55-gallon metal or 6-mil plastic-lined paper drums labeled as containing waste material and seal drums. Cover drums tightly at the end of the workday to ensure against tampering.
Conduct final clean up with thorough vacuum cleaning followed by careful and thorough wet mopping/cleaning of all surfaces.
Dispose of drums at an approved toxic waste disposal site in accordance with State DNR and Federal EPA Regulations.
3.02 SURFACE PREPARATION
Perform preparation and cleaning procedures in accordance with coating manufacturer's instructions.
Remove hardware and accessories, machined surfaces, plates, lighting fixtures and similar items in place and not to be finish painted or provide surface applied protection. Reinstall removed items and remove protective coverings at completion of work.
Seal wood required to be job finished. Seal tops, bottoms and cutouts of wood doors with heavy coat of varnish or similar sealer immediately upon delivery to job site.
Touch-up shop-applied prime coats wherever damaged.
Check and repair caulking, cracks and defects which might permit moisture to enter a surface.
Countersink nails, spot prime and fill holes with a vinyl spackling compound before priming to prevent nail rusting.
3.03 MATERIAL PREPARATION AND APPLICATION
Mix, prepare and store painting and finishing materials in accordance with manufacturer's directions.
Apply painting and finishing materials in strict accordance with manufacturer's directions. Use applicators and techniques best suited for materials and surfaces to which applied. Apply additional coats when undercoats, stains or other conditions show through final paint coat, until paint film is of uniform finish, color and appearance.
Paint surfaces behind movable equipment and furniture same as similar exposed surfaces. Paint surfaces behind fixed equipment with prime coat only before equipment is installed.
Paint interior surfaces of ducts, where visible through registers or grilles, flat non-specular black.
Finish exterior doors on tops, bottoms and edges same as exterior faces, unless otherwise indicated.
Sand lightly between succeeding enamel or varnish coats. Provide for a total dry film thickness of not less than 2.5 mils for entire coating system of prime and finish coat for 2 coat work.
Match approved samples for color, texture and coverage. Remove, refinish or repaint work not in compliance with specified requirements.
END OF SECTION 09900
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courtesy of Design Coalition, Architects. , Madison, Wisconsin, USA ~~ www.designcoalition.org