Section 09720 Wall Coverings

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GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS DIVISION 9 - FINISHES
SECTION 09720 - WALL COVERINGS
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. Heavy-duty, synthetic, textile wall covering.
B. Related Sections: The following Sections contain requirements that relate to this Section:
1. Section 09910 - Painting

2. Section 09260 - Gypsum Board Assemblies
3. Fixed Finishes Specifications Sheets (Finishes Schedule)
4. FF & E Specification sheets for decorative glass components (FF & E 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 B84: Standard Test Method for Temperature-Resistance Constants of
Alloy Wires for Precision Resistors
b. ASTM F793: Standard Clarification of Wall Covering by Use Characteristics
1.4 SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data for each type of product specified. Include data on physical characteristics,
durability; fade resistance, and flame-resistance characteristics.
B. Shop Drawings showing location and extent of each wall covering type. Indicate seams and
termination points.
C. Samples for initial selection in the form of manufacturer’s colour charts consisting of actual
units or sections of units showing the full range of colours, textures, and patterns available.
D. Samples for verification in sets for each colour, texture, and pattern specified, showing the full
range of variations expected in these characteristics.
1. Wall Covering Material: Full-width sample, not less than 914mm long, from dye lot
used for the Work.
a. Submit sample with specified treatments applied.
b. Mark top and face of material.
c. Show complete pattern repeat.
E. Schedule of wall coverings using same room designations indicated on Drawings.
F. Product certificates signed by manufacturers of wall coverings certifying that their products
comply with specified requirements.
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G. Maintenance data for wall covering to include in the operation and maintenance manual
specified in Division 1 Sections.
1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Quality System: Furnish products and materials produced by manufacturer holding valid ISO
9001/9002 Quality System certificates.
B. Installer Qualifications: Engage an experienced installer who has completed 5 projects similar
in material, design, and extent to that indicated for this Project and with a record of successful
in-service performance.
C. Fire-Test-Response Characteristics: Provide wall coverings with the following surface-

burning characteristics as determined by testing identical products per ASTM E 84 by UL or
another testing and inspecting agency acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction.
1. Flame Spread: 25 or less

2. Smoke Developed: 450 or less
D. Mock-up: The Contractor shall submit wall covering mock-up for the approval of the Engineer.
The mock-ups shall be erected with materials approved by Engineer under sample submittal.
The mock-ups shall be full wall height and not less than 2.20 meters in width and shall show
pattern module and joint and other aesthetic effects. Mock-up approved by the Engineer may
become part of the permanent works if undisturbed or damaged at time of Substantial
completion as judged solely by the Engineer.
1.6 PROJECT CONDITIONS
A. Space Enclosure and Environmental Limitations: Do not install wall covering until space is
enclosed and weatherproof, wet-work in space is completed and nominally dry, work above
ceilings is complete, and ambient temperature and humidity conditions are and will be
continuously maintained at values near those indicated for final occupancy.
B. Lighting: Do not install wall covering until a lighting level of not less than 160 lux is provided
on the surfaces to receive wall covering.
C. Ventilation: Provide continuous ventilation during installation and for not less than the time
recommended by the wall covering manufacturer for full drying or curing.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 HEAVY-DUTY, SYNTHETIC, TEXTILE WALL COVERING
A. Textile Composition: As stated in Finished Schedule.
B. Backing Material: Acrylic
C. Protection coating: DuPont Teflon fabric protector, or other protective coating

acceptable to Engineer.
D. Total Weight: 275 gm/m2 minimum.
E. Colour and Pattern: As indicated in Finish Schedule and verified by sample approved
by the Engineer. Data sheet of fabric is to indicate for any stain
protection time allowable or available to remove stain before
penetrating through the fabric. Post sprayed-on protection
coating shall not be accepted.
F. Durability Standard: Category V, Type II Commercial Serviceability to ASTM F793

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G. Width: 1.10m minimum, in roll form.
2.2 ADHESIVES
A. General: Mildew-resistant, non-staining adhesive, for use with specific wood-veneer wall
covering and substrate application, as recommended by wall covering manufacturer.
2.3 ACCESSORIES
A. Wall Liner: Non-woven, synthetic underlayment and adhesive as recommended by wall

covering manufacturer.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
A. Examine substrates for compliance with requirements for moisture content and other
conditions affecting performance of Work of this Section. Do not proceed with installation until
unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.
3.2 PREPARATION
A. Comply with manufacturers' written instructions for surface preparation.
B. Clean substrates of substances that could impair wall covering’s bond, including mould,
mildew, oil, grease, incompatible primers, and dirt.
C. Prepare substrates to achieve a smooth, dry, clean surface free of flaking, unsound coatings,
cracks, and defects.
1. Painted Surfaces: Treat areas susceptible to pigment bleeding.

2. Moisture Content: Maximum of 5 percent on new plaster, concrete and concrete
masonry units when tested with an electronic moisture meter.
3. Allow new plaster to cure. Treat areas of high alkalinity.
D. Check painted surfaces for pigment bleeding. Sand gloss, semi-gloss, and eggshell finishes
with fine sandpaper.
E. Install wall liner, with no gaps or overlaps, where required by wall covering manufacturer.
Form smooth wrinkle-free surface for finished installation. Do not begin wall covering
installation until wall liner has dried.
F. Acclimatize wall covering materials by removing them from packaging in the installation areas
not less than 24 hours before installation.
3.3 INSTALLATION, GENERAL
A. General: Comply with wall coverings manufacturers’ written installation instructions applicable
to products and applications indicated, except where more stringent requirements apply.
B. Cut wall covering panels in roll number sequence. Change run numbers at partition breaks
and corners only.
C. Install wall covering with no gaps or overlaps.
D. Match pattern 1830mm above finish floor, unless otherwise directed by the Engineer.
E. Install seams vertical and plumb at least 150mm from outside corners and 75 mm from inside
corners, No horizontal seams.

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F. Remove air bubbles, wrinkles, blisters, and other defects.
G. Trim edges for colour uniformity, pattern match, and tight closure at seams and edges. Butt
seams.
3.4 CLEANING
A. Remove excess adhesive at finished seams, perimeter edges, and adjacent surfaces.
B. Use cleaning methods recommended by wall covering manufacturer.
C. Replace strips that cannot be cleaned.
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ENGINEERING OFFICE

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS DIVISION 9 - FINISHES

SECTION 09720 - WALL COVERINGS

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. This Section includes the following:

1. Heavy-duty, synthetic, textile wall covering.

1. Section 09910 - Painting

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

E. Schedule of wall coverings using same room designations indicated on Drawings.

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1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

C. Fire-Test-Response Characteristics: Provide wall coverings with the following surface-

1. Flame Spread: 25 or less

1.6 PROJECT CONDITIONS

2.1 HEAVY-DUTY, SYNTHETIC, TEXTILE WALL COVERING

A. Textile Composition: As stated in Finished Schedule.

B. Backing Material: Acrylic

C. Protection coating: DuPont Teflon fabric protector, or other protective coating

D. Total Weight: 275 gm/m2 minimum.

F. Durability Standard: Category V, Type II Commercial Serviceability to ASTM F793

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G. Width: 1.10m minimum, in roll form.

A. Wall Liner: Non-woven, synthetic underlayment and adhesive as recommended by wall

A. Comply with manufacturers' written instructions for surface preparation.

1. Painted Surfaces: Treat areas susceptible to pigment bleeding.

3.3 INSTALLATION, GENERAL

C. Install wall covering with no gaps or overlaps.

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F. Remove air bubbles, wrinkles, blisters, and other defects.

B. Use cleaning methods recommended by wall covering manufacturer.

C. Replace strips that cannot be cleaned.

END OF SECTION 09720

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