ENGINEERING OFFICE

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS DIVISION 9 - FINISHES

SECTION 09220 - PORTLAND CEMENT PLASTER

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including conditions of contract and division
1 Specification Sections, apply to this section.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes the following:

1. Portland cement plaster

a. Three-coat work to prepare suspended ceiling in steam room to receive glass
mosaic finish.
b. Two-coat work for polished decorative coloured plastered (smooth or pitted).
2. Metal lath and accessories
a. Stainless steel metal lath suspended ceiling assembly of vault shape in steam
room.

B. Related Sections: The following Sections contain requirements that relate to this Section:

1. Section 06100 - Rough Carpentry

2. Section 09300 - Tiles
3. Fixed Finishes Specification Sheets (Finishes Schedule).

1.3 REFERENCES

A. All reference to standards, regulations and requirements of statutory bodies shall mean the
latest published editions at the time of contract. Product manufacture, testing and installation
shall comply with the following references unless otherwise stated in the specification or
otherwise approved.

1. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM):

a. ASTM A 653: Standard Specification for Steel Sheet, Zinc-Coated
(Galvanized) or Zinc-Iron Alloy-Coated (Galvannealed) by
Hot Dip
b. ASTM C 150-1: Standard Specification for Portland Cement
c. ASTM C 260: Standard Specification for Air-Entraining Admixture for
Concrete
d. ASTM C 847: Standard Specification for Metal Lath
e. ASTM C 897: Standard Specification for Aggregate for Job-Mixed Portland
Cement-Based Plaster
f. ASTM C 926: Standard Specification for Application of Portland Cement
g. ASTM C 1063: Standard Specification for Installation of Lathing and Furring
to Receive Interior and Exterior Portland Cement-Based
Plaster
h. ASTM D 2486: Standard Test method for Scrub Resistance of Wall Paints
i. ASTM D 2794: Standard Test Method for Resistance of Organic Coatings to
the Effects of rapid Deformation (Impact)
j. ASTM D 3363: Standard Test Method for Film Hardness
k. ASTM D 3960: Standard Practice for Determining Volatile Organic
Compound (VOC) Content of Paints and Related Coatings
l. ASTM E 84: Standard Test Methods for Surface Burning Characteristics
of Building materials
m. ASTM E 488: Standard Test Methods for Strength of Anchors in Concrete
Elements

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1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: For each product specified.

B. Samples for Initial Selection: manufacturer’s colour charts consisting of actual units or
sections of units at least 300 mm square showing the full range of colours, textures, and
patterns available for each type of finish indicated.

1. Where finish involves normal colour and texture variations, include Sample sets
composed of 2 or more units showing the full range of variations expected.
2. Include similar Samples of material for joints and accessories involving colour
selection.

C. Shop Drawings: Submit shop drawings for suspended metal lath ceilings including layout and
details of ceilings installation

D. Material Certificates: certificate signed by manufacturer for each kind of plaster aggregate
certifying that materials comply with requirements.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Quality System: Furnish products and materials produced by manufacturer holding valid ISO
9001/9002 Quality System certificates.

B. Mock-ups: Prior to installing plasterwork, construct panels for each type of finish and
application required to verify selections made under Sample submittals and to demonstrate
aesthetic effects as well as qualities of materials and execution. Build mock-ups to comply
with the following requirements, using materials indicated for final unit of Work.

1. Locate mock-ups on-site in the location and of the size indicated or, if not indicated, as
directed by Engineer.
2. Erect mock-ups 1200 by 1200mm by full thickness in presence of Engineer using
materials, including lath, support system, and control joints, indicated for final Work.
3. Notify Engineer seven (7) days in advance of the dates and times when mock-ups will
be constructed.
4. Demonstrate the proposed range of aesthetic effects and workmanship.
5. Obtain Engineers approval of mock-ups before start of plaster Work.
6. Retain and maintain mock-ups during construction in an undisturbed condition as a
standard for judging the completed Portland cement plaster work.
7. When directed demolish mock-ups, remove rubbles from site and replace with
permanent works.

1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Deliver cementitious materials to Project site in original packages, containers, or bundles,

labelled with manufacturer’s name, product brand name, and lot number.

B. Store materials indoor, under cover, and dry, protected from weather, direct sunlight, surface
contamination, aging, corrosion, and damage from construction traffic and other causes.

1.7 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Environmental Requirements, General: Comply with requirements of referenced plaster

application standards and recommendations of plaster manufacturer for environmental
conditions before, during, and after plaster application.

B. Warm-Weather Requirements: Protect plaster against uneven and excessive evaporation

and from strong flows of dry air, both natural and artificial. Apply and cure plaster as required
by climatic and job conditions to prevent dry out during cure period. Provide suitable
coverings, moist curing, bafflers to deflect sunlight and wind, or combinations of these, as
required.

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C. Interior Plaster Work: Maintain at least 10º C temperature in areas to be plastered for at least
48 hours before, during, and after application.

D. Ventilation: Provide natural or mechanical means of ventilation to properly dry interior spaces
after Portland cement plaster has cured.

E. Protect contiguous work from soiling and moisture deterioration caused by plastering. Provide
temporary covering and other provisions necessary to minimize harmful spattering of plaster
on other work.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 METAL SUPPORTS FOR SUSPENDED CEILINGS

A. General: Size metal ceiling supports to comply with ASTM C 1063, unless otherwise
indicated. All components of suspended metal lath to receive the plaster at steam room
ceilings are to be from stainless steel.

B. Post-installed Anchors in Concrete: Anchors of type indicated below, fabricated from

corrosion-resistant materials, with holes or loops for attaching hanger wires; and with
capability to sustain, without failure, a load equal to 5 times that imposed by ceiling
construction, as determined by testing according to ASTM E 488 conducted by a qualified
independent testing agency.

1. Pre-drilled expansion type anchors.

2. Material: Alloy 316 stainless steel.

C. Wire for Hangers and Ties: Alloy 316 stainless steel.

D. Loops for Suspending Wires to Anchors: Stainless steel alloy 316.

E. Channels: Cold-rolled steel, minimum 1.5mm thick and 11.1mm wide flanges, and as follows:

1. Carrying Channels: Based on design calculations but not less than 38mm deep, 0.7
kg/m.
2. Furring Channels: 1.00mm minimum thickness.
3. Material: Alloy 316 stainless steel.

2.2 LATH

A. Expanded-Metal Lath: Comply with ASTM C 847 for material, type, configuration, and other
characteristics indicated below.

1. Material: Fabricate expanded-metal lath from sheet metal conforming to the following:
a. Galvanized Steel: Structural-quality, zinc-coated (galvanized) steel sheet
complying with ASTM A 653M, Z275 minimum coating
designation, unless otherwise indicated.
b. Stainless Steel: Alloy 304 S15 or superior stainless steel alloy in corrosion
resistance.
2. Rib Lath for Suspended Ceilings: Comply with the following requirements:
a. Configuration: Flat, rib depth of not over 3mm.
b. Weight: 1.8 kg/sq.m.
3. Diamond-Mesh Lath for Plaster Background (Plaster Reinforcing): Comply with the
following requirements:
a. Configuration: Coil.
b. Weight: 1.1 kg/sq.m.
c. Special Pieces: Use for internal corners.
4. Schedule:
a. Use stainless steel lath (flat, ribbed), suspension components and beads for
suspend ceiling in steam room.

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b. Use galvanized steel metal lath (coil, diamond shape) for plaster backgrounds in
other applications.

2.3 ACCESSORIES

A. General: Comply with material provisions of ASTM C 1063 and the requirements indicated
below; coordinate depth of accessories with thicknesses and number of plaster coats
required.

1. Galvanized Steel Components: Fabricated from zinc-coated (galvanized) steel sheet

complying with ASTM A 653M, Z275 minimum coating designation.
2. Stainless Steel alloy 304 S15 or superior stainless steel in corrosion resistance in
steam room and bathrooms.

B. Metal Corner Reinforcement: Expanded, large-mesh, diamond-metal lath fabricated from

zinc-alloy or welded-wire mesh fabricated from 1 .2mm- diameter, zinc-coated (galvanized)
wire and specially formed to reinforce external corners of Portland cement plaster on exterior
exposures while allowing full plaster encasement.

C. Cornerbeads: Small nose cornerbeads fabricated from the following metal, with expanded
flanges of large-mesh diamond-metal lath allowing full plaster encasement.

D. Casing Beads: Square-edged style, with expanded flanges.

E. Curved Casing Beads: Square-edged style, fabricated from aluminium coated with clear
plastic, preformed into curve of radius indicated.

F. Control Joints: Prefabricated, of material and type indicated below:

1. One-Piece Type: Folded pair of non-perforated screeds in M-shaped configuration,

with expanded or perforated flanges.
2. Two-Piece Type: Pair of casing beads with back flanges formed to provide slip-joint
action, adjustable for joint widths from 3 to 16mm. Provide removable protective tape
on plaster face of control joints.

G. Foundation Sill (Weep) Screed: Manufacturer’s standard profile designed for use at sill plate
line to form plaster stop and prevent plaster from contacting damp earth, fabricated from zinc-
coated (galvanized) steel sheet.

H. Lath Attachment Devices: Material and type required by ASTM C 1063 for installations
indicated.

2.4 PLASTER MATERIALS

A. Base-Coat Cements: Type as indicated below:

1. Portland cement, ASTM C 150, Type I

B. Job-Mixed Finish-Coat Cement, material and colour as indicated below:

1. Portland cement: sand aerated mix

C. Cement Colour: Gray

D. Lime: do not use lime

E. Plasticiser: ASTM C260

F. Sand Aggregate for Base Coats: ASTM C 897

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G. Aggregate for Finish Coats: ASTM C 897 system and as indicated below:

1. Manufactured or natural sand, white in colour.

2.5 POLISHED PLASTER MATERIAL

A. Polished Plaster Mix: Proprietary, factory pre-packaged plaster mix consisting of hydrated
lime, crushed marble powder, ordinary Portland cement and special additives to control
working characteristics.

B. Colour: As selected by the Engineer from manufacturer’s standard range of colours.

Colouring of mix shall be achieved by changing type of crushed marble but not by using
pigments.

C. Properties: Smooth-finished samples treated as recommended by manufacturer shall comply

with the following requirements:

1. Pencil Hardness: 5H+ to ASTM D 3363

2. Shore D hardness: 60 using an elcometer 3120 Shore Durometer D
3. No worn through to the undercoat after 10000 cycles in testing to ASTM D 2486
4. Compressive Strength: 28 N/mm2, minimum
5. Impact resistance: No failure in sample subject to 2 inch — pounds forward
impact to ASTM D 2794.
6. VOC: 0 grams/litre to ASTM D 3960
7. Fire performance characteristics:
a. Fire spread:
i. Class 1 surface spread of flame to BS 476: Part 7
ii. Spread index: 10 to ASTM E 84
b. Smoke developed: ASTM E 84

D. Finishing Wax: Furnish from same manufacturer of polished plaster

2.6 MISCELLANEOUS MATERIALS

A. Fibre for Base Coat: Alkaline-resistant glass or polypropylene fibres, 13mm long, free of
contaminates, manufactured for use in Portland cement plaster.

B. Water for Mixing and Finishing Plaster: Potable.

C. Dash-Coat Material: 2 parts Portland cement to 3 parts fine sand, mixed with water to a
mushy-paste consistency.

2.7 PLASTER MIXES AND COMPOSITIONS

A. General: Comply with ASTM C 926 for base- and finish-coat mixes as applicable to plaster
bases, materials, and other requirements indicated. Do not use lime in plaster mixes.

B. Base-Coat Mixes and Compositions: Proportion materials for respective base coats in parts
by volume per sum of cementitious materials for aggregates to comply with the following
requirements for each method of application and plaster base indicated. Adjust mix
proportions below within limits specified to attain workability.

C. Fibre Content: Add fibre to following mixes after ingredients have mixed at least 2 minutes.
Comply with fibre manufacturer’s written instructions but do not exceed 16 kg/cu. m of
cementitious materials. Reduce aggregate quantities accordingly to maintain workability.

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D. Three-Coat Work over Metal Lath: Base-coat proportions as indicated below:

1. Scratch Coat: 1 part Portland cement, 2-1/2 to 4 parts aggregate.

2. Brown Coat: 1 part Portland cement, 3 to 5 parts aggregate.
3. Admixtures and workability aids, as per manufacturer’s printed instructions.

E. Two-Coat Work over Concrete Unit Masonry: Base-coat proportions as indicated below:

1. Base Coat: 1 part Portland cement, 5 parts aggregate, aerating plasticiser as per
manufacturer’s recommendation.

F. Job-Mixed Finish Coats: Proportion materials for finish coats in parts by volume for
cementitious materials and parts by volume per sum of cementitious materials to comply with
the following requirements:

1. Proportions using sand aggregates as indicated below:

a. 1 part Portland cement, 4 parts aggregate, aerating plasticiser as per
manufacturer’s recommendation.

2.8 MIXING

A. Mechanically mix cementitious and aggregate materials for plasters to comply with applicable
referenced application standard and with recommendations of plaster manufacturer.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 PREPARATIONS FOR PLASTERING

A. Clean plaster bases and substrates for direct application of plaster, removing loose material
and substances that may impair the work.

B. Dissimilar Backgrounds: where rendering is to be continued without break across joints

between dissimilar solid backgrounds which are in the same plane and rigidly bonded or tied
together, cover joints with 150mm wide strip of building paper overlaid with 300mm wide
galvanized steel lathing fixed with corrosion resistant fasteners at not more than 600mm
centres along both edges.

C. Apply dash coat on concrete surfaces indicated for direct plaster application. Moist-cure dash
coat for at least twenty-four (24) hours after application and before plastering.

D. Install temporary grounds and screeds to ensure accurate rodding of plaster to true surfaces;
coordinate with scratch-coat work.

E. Refer to Division 6 Sections for installing permanent wood grounds, if any.

F. Surface Conditioning: Immediately before plastering, dampen concrete and concrete unit
masonry surfaces that are indicated for direct plaster application, except where a bonding
agent has been applied. Determine and apply amount of moisture and degree of saturation
that will result in optimum suction for plastering.

3.2 INSTALLATION OF CEILING SUSPENSION SYSTEMS

A. Preparation and Coordination: Coordinate installation of ceiling suspension system with

installation of overhead structural systems to ensure inserts and other structural anchorage
provisions have been installed to receive ceiling hangers in a manner that will develop their
full strength and at spacings required to support ceiling.

B. Hanger Installation: Attach hangers to structure above ceiling to comply with ML/SFA 920,
“Guide Specifications for Metal Lathing and Furring,” and with referenced standards.

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C. Install ceiling suspension system components of sizes and spacings indicated, but not in
smaller sizes or greater spacings than those required by referenced lathing and furring
installation standards.

1. Wire Hangers: Space 4mm diameter wire hangers not over 1200mm o.c., parallel with
and not over 900mm perpendicular to direction of carrying channels, unless otherwise
indicated, and within 150mm of carrying channel ends.
2. Carrying Channels: Space carrying channels not over 900mm o.c. with 1200mm o.c.
hanger spacing. Form carrying channels to lines indicated on Drawings for vault-
shaped suspended ceiling in steam room.
3. Furring Channels to Receive Metal Lath: Space furring channels not over 500 mm
o.c. for 1 .8-kglsq. m flat rib lath.

3.3 LATHING

A. Install metal lath for the following applications where plaster base coats are required. Provide
appropriate type, configuration, and weight of metal lath selected from materials indicated
that comply with referenced ML/SFA specifications and ASTM lathing installation standards.

1. Suspended ceilings using 1.8-kg/sq. m flat rib lath as specified.

2. Dissimilar Backgrounds: where rendering is to be continued without break across joints
between dissimilar solid backgrounds which are in the same plane and rigidly bonded
or tied together, cover joints with 150mm wide strip of building paper overlaid with 300
mm wide galvanized steel lathing fixed at not more than 600mm centres along both
edges.

3.4 INSTALLATION OF PLASTERING ACCESSORIES

A. General: Comply with referenced lathing and furring installation standards for provision and
location of plaster accessories of type indicated. Mitre or cope accessories at corners; install
with tight joints and in alignment. Attach accessories securely to plaster bases to hold
accessories in place and in alignment during plastering. Install accessories of type indicated
at following locations:

1. External Corners: Install corner reinforcement at external corners.

2. Terminations of Plaster: Install casing beads, unless otherwise indicated.
3. Control Joints: Install at locations indicated or, if not indicated, at locations complying
with the following criteria and approved by Engineer:
a. Where an expansion or contraction joint occurs in surface of construction directly
behind plaster membrane.
b. Distance between Control Joints: Not to exceed 5.5m in either direction or a
length- to-width ratio of 2-1/2 to 1.
c. Wall Areas: Not more than 13 sq.m.
d. Horizontal Surfaces: Not more than 9 sq.m. in area.
e. Where plaster panel sizes or dimensions change, extend joints full width or
height of plaster membrane.

3.5 PLASTER APPLICATION

A. Plaster Application Standard: Apply plaster materials, composition, and mixes to comply with
ASTM C 926.

B. Do not use materials that are frozen, caked, lumpy, dirty, or contaminated by foreign
materials.

C. Do not use excessive water in mixing and applying plaster materials.

D. Flat Surface Tolerances: Do not deviate more than plus or minus 3mm in 3m from a true
plane in finished plaster surfaces, as measured by a 3-m straightedge placed at any location
on surface.

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E. Grout hollow-metal frames, bases, and similar work occurring in plastered areas, with base-
coat plaster material, and before lathing where necessary, Except where full grouting is
indicated or required for fire-resistance rating, grout at least 150mm at each jamb anchor.

F. Sequence plaster application with installation and protection of other work so that neither will
be damaged by installation of other.

G. Plaster flush with metal frames and other built-in metal items or accessories that act as a
plaster ground, unless otherwise indicated. Where interior plaster is not terminated at metal
frame by casing beads cut base coat free from metal frame before plaster sets and groove
finish coat at junctures with metal.

H. Corners: Make internal corners and angles square; finish external corners flush with corner
beads on interior work, square and true with plaster faces on exterior work.

I. Number of Coats: Apply plaster of composition indicated, to comply with the following
requirements:

1. Three Coats: Over the following plaster base:

a. Metal lath.
2. Two Coats: Over the following plaster bases:
a. Concrete unit masonry.
b. Concrete, cast-in-place or precast when surface condition complies with ASTM
C 926 for plaster bonded to solid base.

J. Finish Coats: Apply finish coats to comply with the following requirements:
1. Float Finish: Apply finish coat to a minimum thickness of 3mm to completely cover
base coat, uniformly floated to a true even plane with fine-textured finish matching
samples approved by the Engineer.

K. Number of Coats: Excluding dash coats and dubbing out coats apply plaster of composition
indicated, to comply with the following requirements:

1. Two Coats: Base and finish coats over the following plaster bases:
a. Concrete unit masonry.
b. Concrete, cast-in-place or precast.
c. Overall thickness of two coat work is to be 15mm for internal plaster.
2. Three Coats: Scratch, base and finish coats over metal lath assemblies and
installations.
3. One plaster base coat (15mm thick) for walls to be finished with ceramic tiles set with
thin bed adhesive. Finish is to be combed as specified.
4. One coat work (15mm thick) for plaster on concrete structural slabs uniformly floated to
a true even plane.

L. Combed Finish, where specified, is to be carried out as the coating stiffens using a suitable
comb to produce evenly spaced wavy horizontal lines, approximately 20mm apart and 5mm
deep to provide key.

M. Moist-cure plaster base and finish coats to comply with ASTM C 926, including written
instructions for time between coats and curing in “Annex A2 Design Considerations.”

3.6 CUTTING AND PATCHING

A. Cut, patch, replace, repair, and point up plaster as necessary to accommodate other work.
Repair cracks and indented surfaces. Point-up finish plaster surfaces around items that are
built into or penetrate plaster surfaces. Repair or replace work to eliminate blisters, buckles,
check cracking, dry outs, efflorescence, excessive pinholes, and similar defects, Repair or
replace work as necessary to comply with required visual effects.

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3.7 CLEANING AND PROTECTING

A. Remove temporary covering and other provisions made to minimize spattering of plaster on
other work. Promptly remove plaster from doorframes, windows, and other surfaces not to be
plastered. Repair surfaces stained, marred or otherwise damaged during plastering work.
When plastering work is completed, remove unused materials, containers, equipment, and
plaster debris.

B. Provide final protection and maintain conditions, in a manner acceptable to Engineer, which
ensure plaster work is without damage or deterioration at the time of Substantial Completion.

3.8 POLISHED PLASTER

A. Application and Curing: Confirm to manufacturer’s printed instructions for mixing, applying,
finishing and curing of polished plaster.

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