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PART 1� GENERAL
1.1 SECTION INCLUDES
��� A.� High impact acrylic/PVC wall covering.
��� B.� Adhesive, accessories, and trim.
1.2 RELATED SECTIONS
��� A.� Section 06200 - Finish Carpentry.
��� B.� Section 06410 - Custom Casework.
��� C.� Section 09260 - Gypsum Wallboard Systems.
��� D.� Section 09955 - Wall Coverings:� Conventional finishes.
1.3 REFERENCES
��� A.� ASTM D 543 - Standard Test Method for Resistance of Plastics to Chemical Reagents.
��� B.� ASTM D 638 - Standard Test Method for Tensile Properties of Plastics.
��� C.� ASTM D 732 - Standard Test Method for Shear Strength of Plastics by Punch Tool.
��� D.� ASTM E 84 - Standard Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials.
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1.4 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
��� A.� Surface Burning Hazard:� Tested per ASTM E 84 for Class A ratings.
��� B.� Shear Strength:� 4,500 psi, per ASTM D 732.
��� C.� Tensile Strength:� 6,000 psi, per ASTM D 638.
��� D.� Chemical Resistance:� Type I, Grade 2, per ASTM� D 543.
1.5 SUBMITTALS
��� A.� Submit under provisions of Section 01300.
��� B.� Product Data:� Manufacturer's complete and current product data, including installation instructions.
��� C.� Selection Samples:� Color charts consisting of actual product pieces, illustrating full range of colors and textures available, for initial color selection.
��� D.� Verification Samples:� 12 inch by 12 inch samples, including typical accessory, in each color specified.
1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE
��� A.� Installer Qualifications:� A company experienced in performing the work of this section, and approved by wall covering manufacturer.
1.7 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
��� A.� Deliver to project site in manufacturer's packaging, properly labeled.
��� B.� Store materials flat in a clean, dry area.
1.8 ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
��� A.� Maintain storage temperature at or above 50 degrees F.
��� B.� Acclimatize materials and bring surfaces to receive wall covering to a temperature between 65 and 85 degrees F for not less than 24 hours prior to installation.
��� C.� Maintain relative humidity at 80 percent or less during installation.
��� D.� Do nor expose walls to direct sunlight for 48 hours after installation.
1.9 MAINTENANCE MATERIALS
��� A.� Provide maintenance materials comprising 5 percent of each type of wall covering installed, for Owner's use.
PART 2� PRODUCTS
2.1 MANUFACTURERS
��� A.� Provide Pro-Tek Wall Covering as manufactured by Pawling Corporation, Standard Products Division; Borden Lane P.O. Box 200; Wassaic, New York� 12592.� Telephone:� 800-431-3456 or 914-373-9300.� Fax:� 914-373-8712.
������� 1.� Substitutions will not be considered.
2.2 PRODUCTS
��� A.� Wall Covering:� Rigid, high-impact acrylic/polyvinyl chloride sheet.
������� 1.� Thickness:� 0.028 inch.
������� 2.� Thickness:� 0.040 inch.
������� 3.� Thickness:� 0.060 inch.
������� 4.� Thickness:� 0.080 inch.
������� 5.� Thickness:� 0.093 inch.
������� 6.� Thickness:� 0.125 inch.
������� 7.� Sheet size:� 4 feet x 8 feet.
������� 8.� Sheet size:� _______________.
������� 9.� Color:� As selected from manufacturer's standard colors.
������� 10. Color:� As selected from manufacturer's custom colors.
������� 11. Color:� As selected from manufacturer's contract colors.
������� 12. Color:� As scheduled on the drawings.
������� 13. Color:� ___________________.
2.3 ACCESSORIES
��� A.� Provide all necessary trim members in high-impact acrylic/polyvinyl chloride matching wall covering except as otherwise indicated.� Provide the following in standard lengths:�
������� 1.� Top caps:� "J" molding.
������� 2.� Joint covers:� "H" divider.
������� 3.� Inside corners.
������� 4.� Outside corners.
��� B.� Adhesives:� As recommended or supplied by manufacturer of high impact wall covering.
PART 3� EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
��� A.� Verify that walls are in proper condition to receive installation of high impact wall covering.
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3.2 INSTALLATION
��� A.� Install high impact wall covering in full compliance with manufacturer's installation instructions.
��� B.� Apply two coats of adhesive to wall surfaces and one coat to back of wall covering.� Adhesive must be dry and tacky to the touch before panels are placed.
��� C.� Install panels with expansion gap of 1/16 inch between sheets, at door frames, baseboards, and other fixed elements.� Cut oversized holes when installing fixtures through wall covering.
3.3 ADJUSTING AND CLEANING
��� A.� Verify that sheets and accessories are level and plumb and rigidly secured to substrate;� make any adjustments required.
��� B.� Clean wall covering and accessories of adhesive and other surface blemishes, using materials and methods recommended by manufacturer.� Remove from project site packaging and debris caused by installation.
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