GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

PROJECT TITLE PROPOSED 2 STOREY RESIDENTIAL OF MR. AND MRS

KHYLE ASSYREAL ISANGGA

LOCATION SAN JOSE DEL MONTE BULACAN

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY

Project Title: Proposed 2-Storey Residential of Mr. and Mrs. Khyle Assyreal Isangga
Location: San Jose Del Monte, Bulacan
Division 01 – General Requirements
 The contractor is responsible for labor, materials (unless provided by the owner), and all
necessary operations.
 Work must follow plans, specifications, local and national regulations, and landlord
restrictions.
 Any material substitutions must be approved and proven equal or superior.
 The contractor must secure permits (except business permits and BIR registration).
 Materials must be stored properly, and safety protocols must be followed.
Division 02 – Existing Conditions
 Conduct a thorough site inspection before work begins.
 Includes demolition of existing structures and site improvements as necessary.
  Safety measures must be in place, including proper site fencing, temporary canopies, and
protective structures.
 A site office and storage facilities with 24-hour security must be provided.
 Maintain temporary access provisions for site visits.
 Dust control and worker safety must comply with Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA) standards.
Division 03 – Concrete
 Specifies the required compressive strength of concrete hollow blocks for both load-bearing
and non-load-bearing units.
 Reinforcements must follow standard spacing and lap splice requirements.
 Includes forming, wall tiles, and brick panel installation details.
Division 04 – Masonry
 Must comply with American Concrete Institute (ACI) and ASTM standards.
 Mortar and grout must follow proper mixing and curing procedures.
 Specialty masonry units, such as face bricks, must meet specified standards and color
consistency.
Division 05 – Metals
 Structural steel must conform to ASTM standards.
 Installation includes steel columns, anchor bolts, welding, and painting requirements.
 Metal fabrication must ensure precision, smooth edges, and pre-assembly when possible.
Division 06 – Wood, Plastic, and Composites (Incomplete in provided text)
This specification outlines the general construction standards, materials, safety measures, and
responsibilities of the contractor to ensure a high-quality and regulation-compliant build.
DIVISION 08 – OPENINGS
8.1. Maintenance & Standards
Frames and panel members shall be the fabricated from extruded aluminum sections true to the details
with clean, straight, defined profiles and free from defects impairing strength, durability and appearance.
8.2. Doors and Frame
8.2.1. Panel Doors & Flush Doors
A. Doors shall have smooth flush surfaces without any visible joints or scams on exposed
faces or stile edges except around glazed or louvered pane inserts.
B. Flush doors shall be constructed from two outer steel sheets not less than gauge 18,
with edges welded and finished flush.
 C. The channel for exterior doors shall be inverted type, not less than gauge 16,
constructed to form a weather seal.
8.2.2. Aluminum Frames
A. Steel door frames and louvers shall be set plumb and true to line in prepared
plastered concrete openings. The joint between frame and masonry shall be properly
caulked.
8.3. Windows & Skylights
8.3.1. Aluminum Windows

i. Aluminum extrusions must conform to ASTM Specification 6063-15.

ii. Accessories: Provide for neat fixation to one another using concealed hardware
connectors and stiffeners at mullions
8.4. Hardware
8.4.1. Finishes for steel, brass, or bronze hardware items shall be US26D, Chromium plated,
satin, except flat goods which may be US32D, stainless steel, satin. Materials other than steel, brass,
or bronze shall be finished to match the appearance of US26D / 32D.
8.4.2. For doors that will strike an object, provide rubber bumper or door stop. Type and location
of installation shall be approved by the Consultant.
8.4.3. For double leaf wooden door provide 2 flush bolts 450mm (18”) long.
8.5. Glazing
8.5.1. Performance Requirements

A. Caulking, Sealing and Glazing Compound: Perimeter sealing of aluminum window frames
shall be silicone sealant transparent, as manufactured by DOW CORNING or approved
equivalent
B. Caulking and Weather Stripping: Rubberized vinyl for all aluminum windows
C. Glass Putty: Imported, good grade, to be tested prior to installation for steel windows.
D. Refer to drawings for glass schedule, sizes, dimension, and location.

DIVISION 09 – FINISHES
9.1. Maintenance & Standards
Performance Requirements: Refer to Supplier’s technical specifications for description, required
equipment, application and testing procedures, etc. Submit sample for Architect’s approval.
9.2. Plaster & Gypsum Board

A. Paster shall be completely dried before any sealer or paint is applied.

B. After the primer sealer coat is dried, all visible suction spots shall be toughed up before the
succeeding coats are applied.
 C. Work shall not be continued until after all spots have been sealed. In the presence of high
alkali conditions, surfaces shall be washed to neutralize the alkali.
9.3. Tiling
9.3.1. Standard grade tile, solid throughout, graded in accordance with ANSI A137.1- 1988.

9.3.2. Coefficient of Friction when tested in accordance with ASTM C1028: 0.6 (wet) minimum
and 0.8 (wet) at ramps.
9.3.3. Glazed / Polished Tile

• Glazed tiles and trims shall have an impervious face of ceramic materials fused on to the
body of the tiles and trims.
• The glazed surface may be clear white or colored depending on the color scheme
approved by the Architect.
• Standard glaze may be bright (glossy) semi-matte (less glossy) matte (dull) or
crystalline (mottled and textured), good resistance to abrasion.
• Glazed tiles shall be used for walls. Crystalline glazed tiles may be used for floors
provided that these are used as light duty floors.
9.3.2. Unglazed Tile

• Unglazed tiles shall be hard dense tile of homogeneous composition. Its color and
characteristics are determined by the materials used in the body, the method of
manufacture and the thermal treatment. Unless otherwise specified, used
unglazed tiles for all floors as indicated on the Plan.
• Trims are manufactured to match wall tile color, texture and to coordinate with it in
dimension.
• These are shaped in various ceramic trim units such as caps, bases, coves, bull-nose,
corners, angles, etc. that are necessary for edging or making a transition between
intersecting surfaces.
9.3.3. Surface Preparation
I. Mortar mix for scratch coat and setting bed shall consist of one part Portland cement, ¼
part lime and 3 parts sand by volume.
II. Surface to receive tile must be level, true to elevation, dry, free from dirt, oil and other
kinds of ointments.
III. Allow at least seven days curing of scratch coat and setting bed. Installation work shall
not be allowed to proceed until unsatisfactory conditions are corrected.
IV. Thoroughly dampen surfaces of masonry or concrete before scratch coat is applied.
On masonry surface apply first a thin coat with pressure then bring it out sufficiently to
compensate for the major irregularities of the surface to a thickness not less than 10
mm at any point.

V. Evenly rake the scratch coat to provide good mechanical key before the mortar mix has
fully hardened.
9.4. Ceiling
9.4.1. Fiber Cement Board for Ceiling

A. Performance Requirements: Refer to Supplier’s technical specifications for description,

required equipment, application and testing procedures, etc. Submit sample for
Architect’s approval.
B. Ceiling Board Accessories
i. Carrying Channel: C-channel, 38mm x 12mm X 4mm or as per
Manufacturer’s standard
ii. Furring Channel: Gauge 24 galvanized steel with Channel clips. Dimension as
per
Manufacturer's standard iii. Angle
Plate: 3mm x 50mm x 50mm
iv. Hanger rod: 6mm at 1200mm on center along carrying channel
v. Fasteners:
1. Angle to concrete Wall: Drive pins for use of power-driven tools
2. Board to Framing: Type S Bugle Head for use with power driven tools
3. Sealant and Caulking: As recommend by ceiling board manufacturer
C. Preparation
i. All components may be supplied either unpainted or factory finished using
manufacturer’s standard paint coating systems.
ii. When factory painting is required, all components shall be properly cleaned and
degreased, and be free of blemishes prior to applying the coating system.
D. Ceiling Installation
A. General Requirements
• All panels are joined together using one piece steel H-Joiner, removable
two-piece H-Joiner, or T-Joiner as specified on the drawings.
• Pre-engineered base channel, wall cap channel, corner angles and
finishing trims shall be included and supplied in manufacturer’s standard
lengths and shall be a minimum of gauge 18 EG steel.
• All panel connections as indicated on the drawings shall be properly
caulked and sealed during assembly using a non-hardening acoustic
sealant. All voids shall be filled with insulation.
• Materials and substrate shall be dry and clean at time of application.
• Lay out tile symmetrically about center lines of room unless shown
otherwise on Drawings. Lay out so tiles at room perimeters are at least
1/2 full tile size. Leave tile in true plane with straight, even joints. Tile
joints shall be straight and in alignment, and exposed surface flush and
level. Furnish and install specified molding wherever tile abuts walls,
columns, and other vertical surfaces, except at curves of 3 inch 75 mm
radius or smaller. Cut around penetrations that are not to receive
moldings cleanly with sharp knife and at a slight angle away from cutout.
 • Locate light fixtures, speakers, and mechanical diffusers and grilles
symmetrically in room and centered on tile centers or tile joints insofar
as possible, unless shown otherwise. Keep method of locating ceiling
mounted items as consistent as possible throughout building.
• Fasteners for fixing should be self-embedding head.
• Joints shall be with 6mm open groove.
• See details of the drawings for the installation of fiber cement board
where it is applied as finishes.
9.5. Flooring
This section includes technical specifications for general flooring finishes with floor sealer, polyurethane
or epoxy coatings. Refer to Supplier’s technical specifications for description. Submit sample for
Architect’s approval.

A. Preparation for Concrete Substrates

I. Clean surfaces thoroughly prior to installation.
II. Prepare surfaces using the methods recommended by the manufacturer for achieving the
best result for the substrate under the project conditions.
III. Protection: Protect walls and surrounding surfaces not to receive finish.
IV. Verify concrete is a minimum of 28 days old.
V. Confirm that concrete surface is clean, dry, structurally sound, and free from dirt, dust,
oil, grease, solvents, paint, wax, asphalt, concrete curing compounds, sealing
compounds, surface hardeners, bond breakers, adhesive residue, and other surface
contaminants.
VI. Do not acid wash or use heavy alkali cleaners.
B. Examination
I. Do not begin installation until substrates have been properly prepared.
II. If substrate preparation is the responsibility of another installer, notify Architect of
unsatisfactory preparation before proceeding.
C. Stripping of Concrete Substrates

I. Bare Concrete: Apply water base stripper to substrate and let stand for 2 to 3 minutes.
Work into surface with brooms, brushes or floor scrubbing machines. Do not allow
stripper to dry on floor. Rinse with clean water and repeat stripping operation until
surface is free of wax contaminants. Substrate shall be allowed to dry thoroughly prior to
re-coating application.
II. Reduction: Refer to Manufacturer’s Manual for dilution ratios.
9.6. Wall Finishes
9.6.1. Panels

I. Panel thickness shall be minimum 3mm for interior use and 4mm for exterior cladding
use.
II. Aluminum alloy sheet thickness shall be a minimum of 0.3mm for interior applications
and 0.5mm for exterior applications.
 III. Two sheets of aluminum sandwiching a rigid core material.
IV. Core Material: Polyethylene core (LDPE) or Class 1 non-combustible mineral-filled
core.
9.6.2. Tinting Color
Tinting colors shall be first grade pigments ground in alkyd resin, which disperse and mix easily
with paint to produce the colors desired.
9.6.3. Lacquer
Lacquer shall be clear gloss, solid nitrocellulose base specifically formulated for use in the
tropics. It shall exhibit fast solvent release and dries to a hard but flexible film with high gloss
effect.
9.7. Painting and Coating
9.7.1. Paint Application
All paint materials shall be delivered on the job-site in their original containers with labels
and seals unbroken. Manufacturer or brand of painting materials to be used shall either be
Davies, Boysen, or an approved equal. All schedule/mixing shall strictly follow the
manufacturer’s instructions and specifications

I. White and Tinted Ready-Mix Paint: Finished coat on wood, metal, and concrete
surface.
i. Enamel (alkyd) paint, White and Tinted: For interior wood walls and ceiling
ii. Latex-based / Acrylic Emulsion Paint, Flat, White, and Tinted: For exterior &
interior concrete and masonry surfaces and properly primed wood and metals.
iii. Elastomeric Paint: For application on interior & exterior masonry

DIVISION 10 – SPECIALTIES
10.1. Fire-Rated Sealants. Sleeves and through-wall openings due to utilities shall be provided with
minimum 1.5-hr fire-resistive sealant. Submit sample to designer & owner for approval.
10.2. Contractor to provide concise, clear and water-resistant labels on all switches / control devices,
diffusers, and other equipment indicating unit number and circuit breaker designation for store operation
staff reference.

DIVISION 11 – EQUIPMENTS
11.1. This equipment is included in a building’s design in the engineering phase, or figured out and added
in during the construction phase. The purpose of Division 11 is to make this process standardized,
allowing the purchasing of equipment reliable and predictable.
11.2. Vehicle & Pedestrian
Vehicle service equipment includes every kind of lift available of garages and auto manufacturers, exhaust
hose system, any vehicle restraints, and carwash equipment.
11.2.1. Parking facility equipment includes garage door openers
11.2.2. Pedestrian are devices meant to assist in and control the flow of foot traffic. Some
examples are pedestrian gates, rotary gates, and temporary railings and posts.
11.3. Residential Appliances
All residential appliances under this category, such as kitchen, laundry, and air handling or exhaust fan
appliances. Refrigerator, oven, dishwashers, and microwaves are all examples of residential kitchen
appliances.

DIVISION 12 – FURNISHING
12.1. Encompasses a broad grouping of objects that are installed in finished spaces and considered to be
decorative or fine art. Used in any type of built space, they may function to support human activity and/or
be aesthetically pleasing.
12.2. Artwork
12.2.1. Ceramic tile mural this are artistic ornaments used to enhance a space. Art or decoration can be
applied to the surface of ceramic tiles.
12.3. Window Treatment
12.3.1. Window Blinds
Varying thermal effects they can block unwanted heat of the summer sun and they can keep in heat in
cold weather. But in both of these applications, they also reduce light to varying degrees,
depending on the design.

12.3.2. Curtains
they keep direct sunlight from entering the house and offer privacy at night or when people are
away.

DIVISION 13 – SPECIAL CONSTRUCTIONS

13.1. Maintenance & Standards

Use basic furnishings to absorb some sounds that normally echo off hard surfaces. Hard surfaces include
tile, concrete, and hardwood flooring, along with glass windows and doors.
13.2. Special Facilities Components
13.2.1. Music Room
Music room design for your home requires consideration of a number of factors:
 I. What the room will be used for will determine where in the building to locate your room
as well as what kind of music furniture you'll need.
II. How to organize it, and whether the acoustics in the room need to be adjusted.
III. The final element, after deciding on all the practical factors, will be to make the music
room look aesthetically pleasing.
13.2.2. Office
Work spaces in an office are typically used for conventional office activities such as reading, writing,
computer work, and other different activities.
13.3. Special Instrumentation

13.3.1. Acoustic Panel

Composed of compressed mineral wool or foam, sound absorbing acoustic panels absorb sound
waves to reduce general noise, clarify speech and limit reverberation in walls within enclosed areas.
13.3.1. Acoustic Ceiling
Installing acoustic ceiling tiles in buildings can significantly help reduce noise. They can absorb
sound and reduce echoes while also preventing sound from traveling to nearby spaces.

DIVISION 14 – CONVEYING SYSTEM

14.1. Maintenance & Standards
14.1.1. Scaffolding
The key elements of the scaffolding are the standard, ledger and transoms. The standards, also called
uprights, are the vertical tubes that transfer the entire weight of the structure to the ground where
they rest on a square base plate to spread the load.

I. The standard requires fall protection at a 10 foot height above a lower level for
employees.
II. The height of the top rail for scaffolds manufactured and placed in service before January
1, 2000 can be between 36 inches (0.9 m) and 45 inches (1.2 m).

DIVISION 15 – MECHANICAL/ PLUMBING

15.1. Plumbing
15.1.1. General Application

• All piping and ductwork in finished areas shall be concealed in ceiling spaces, shafts, or
chases.
• Electrical conduits shall not touch or be supported via pipes or ducts.
• Ensure fire and smoke separation rating of walls and floors is maintained following
penetration.
15.2. Materials

I. Valve
• Sizes 6" and above shall have gear operator ball chain if located more than 7 ft. above
floor.
• Provide isolation Ball valves - 100% full-port, full-line size, bronze-body, threaded
connections at all equipment and on all main branch take-offs.
• Provide brass valve tags marked for the service. See pertinent service specification for
valve type.
II. Pipe Sleeves
• Shall be schedule 40 steels.
• Sized for full dimensions of insulation and fire caulked where required.
• Install in all exterior walls, fire walls and floors.
• Floor sleeves to extend 1” above floor surface.
15.3. Workmanship

• Piping to run parallel to building lines.

• Locate groups of pipes parallel to each other, spaced to permit valve servicing.
• Piping to be inspected and pressure tested prior to insulation.
• Piping to be routed to allow access to equipment.
• Welding to be done by welders certified locally in the State of Arizona. Welders must
have proof of certification in their possession.
DIVISION 16 – ELECTRICAL
16.1. The Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment and services necessary for the
construction of the complete and operable electrical systems.
16.2. All labor and materials, although not specifically mentioned, but necessary for the completion of the
work and the successful operation of entire electrical system, shall be provided as if specifically called
for.
16.3. All work shall conform to the requirements of the latest enforced editions of the following codes,
regulations and specifications:

• Building Code of the Philippines

• Philippine Electrical Code
• All work shall conform to the requirements of the latest enforced editions of the following codes,
regulations and specifications.
16.4. Electric Service

A. Provide and coordinate an extension of the existing electric service distribution system. Provide a
new sub-panel to serve the expansions area.
B. Service configuration shall be 120/208 volt - 3 phase, 4 wires.

16.5. Emergency Standby Electrical System

Emergency egress lighting to include battery back-up lights and battery back-up LED exit signs shall be
provided throughout the expansion and as needed for the existing corridor modifications.
16.6. Fuses

I. Furnish and install all fuses shown required for proper operation and protection of the system.
Fuses shall be as manufactured by Bussmann or equivalent by Gould-Shawmut, Littlefuse or
Reliance.
II. Provide spare fuses of all types of fuses installed at each level. Spare fuses shall be housed in a
cabinet. Provide fuse cabinet at each main electric room.
16.7. Panel Board

A. Furnish and install panelboards complete with enclosing cabinets. Enclosure shall be for recessed
or surface mounting as required. Panelboards and enclosing cabinets shall conform to standards
established by Underwriter's Laboratories, Inc., and requirements of the NEC. Panelboards shall
be as manufactured by Square D or equivalent by Cutler Hammer or General Electric.
B. Panelboard Types:
1. Panelboards shall be Square D, NQOD for 120/208 volt. Circuit breakers shall be bolt-on,
quick-make-quick break, thermal magnetic, trip indicating and have common trip on all
multi-pole breakers.
2. Panelboards for distribution shall be Square D, I-Line Type rated for 600 volt duty. Circuit
breakers shall be equipped with individually insulated, braced and protected connectors.