Volume Ii: Specifications (Water Proofing) : Issue: FINAL, 14th FEB 2013

(2b+G+7) 8th Gate Financial District Buildings FD1&FD2
Damascus, Syria
Issue: FINAL, 14th FEB 2013
VOLUME II: SPECIFICATIONS
(WATER PROOFING)
DIVISION 07 – Thermal & Moisture Protection

SECTION 07 10 00 – Dampproofing & Waterproofing Page 1 of 11
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SECTION 07 10 00 - WATERPROOFING
1.0 GENERAL............................................................................................. 2
1.1 SUMMARY............................................................................................ 2
1.2 RELATED DOCUMENTATION............................................................. 2
1.3 REFERENCES...................................................................................... 2
1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE........................................................................ 3
1.5 SUBMITTALS........................................................................................ 4
1.6 DELIVERY, HANDLING, AND STORAGE............................................ 4
1.7 PROJECT CONDITIONS...................................................................... 4
1.8 WARRANTY.......................................................................................... 5
1.9 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS..................................................... 6
1.10 TESTING............................................................................................... 6
2.0 PRODUCTS............................................................................................... 7
2.1 MEMBRANE SYSTEMS....................................................................... 7

2.2 JUNCTION AND SERVICES PENETRATIONS.................................... 7
2.3 FOLLOWING WORK............................................................................. 8
2.4 LIQUID-APPLIED MEMBRANE............................................................ 8
2.5 BITUMINOUS TORCH-ON MEMBRANE.............................................. 8
2.6 FLASHINGS AND BARRIERS.............................................................. 9
2.7 SEALANTS........................................................................................... 9
2.8 FLOOR LEVELING............................................................................... 9
2.9 CEMENT AND SAND............................................................................ 9
2.10 SCREED AND WEARING SLABS........................................................10
2.11 POLYSTYRENE BOARD......................................................................10
3.0 EXECUTION..............................................................................................10
3.1 PRE-INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS..............................................10

3.2 SUBSTRATE PREPARATION...............................................................10
3.3 MEMBRANE INSTALLATION...............................................................10
3.4 BATHROOM, KITCHEN FLOOR AND WALLS.....................................11
3.5 WATERPROOFING THE UNDERSIDES OF GRANITE & MARBLE....11
3.6 EXTERNAL TILES................................................................................11
3.7 BALCONY AND PLANTERS WATERPROOFING................................11
3.8 SUBSTRUCTURE CONCRETE............................................................11
3.9 CLEANING, PROTECTION AND RECTIFICATION..............................12
3.10 COMPLETION DOCUMENTS..............................................................12
PROJECT PARTICULARS.....................................................................................12
4.1 DEFAULT REQUIREMENTS................................................................12

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SECTION 07 10 00 - WATERPROOFING
1.0 GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
1. Provide 4mm waterproof membrane, including base preparation, edge detailing and
joints, and flashings.
2. Specifications hereunder are solely to establish the minimum acceptable quality of
specifications for the same. Other products with equivalent or superior specifications
shall be acceptable subject to the approval of the ENGINEER.
1.2 RELATED DOCUMENTATION

1. Read this Trade Section in conjunction with the :
a. Contract documents and client special requirements, if applicable
b. DRAWINGS for locations and extent.
1.3 REFERENCE
1. The standards referred herein, together with all appropriate references listed within
those Standards, shall be used within this Specification. The edition to be used shall be
that current at the date of this Specification, except that the latest editions of standards
may be used where no reduction in quality will result. Any differences between their
requirements and this Specification shall be submitted to the Engineer for his ruling.
2. Where a Standard has been specified and equivalent internationally recognized

Standard, may be used subject to the Engineer’s approval.
3. AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR TESTING AND MATERIALS (ASTM)

ASTM D 41 Asphalt Primer Used in Roofing, Damp proofing, and
Waterproofing
ASTM D1187 Asphalt-Base Emulsions for Use as Protective Coatings for Metal
ASTM D1227 Emulsified Asphalt Used as a Protective Coating for Roofing
ASTM D 4479 Asphalt Roof Coatings - Asbestos Free
ASTM C 33 Concrete Aggregates
ASTM C 578 Rigid, Cellular Polystyrene Thermal Insulation
ASTM C 836 High Solids Content, Cold Liquid-Applied Elastomeric
Waterproofing Membrane for Use With Separate Wearing Course
ASTM D 1056 Flexible Cellular Materials - Sponge or Expanded Rubber
ASTM D 1751 Preformed Expansion Joint Filler for Concrete Paving and
Structural Construction (Non-extruding and Resilient Bituminous
Types)
ASTM D 1752 Preformed Sponge Rubber and Cork Expansion Joint Fillers for
Concrete Paving and Structural Construction
1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE:

1. Inspections:
a. Give sufficient notice so the ENGINEER may inspect significant stages of work,
including:
 Substrates, prepared and ready for the installation, before commencing.
 First completed example before proceeding with balance of work.
 Commencement and completion of testing on site.

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 Work to be covered over, before covering.

b. Manufacturer’s inspections:
 The manufacturer shall carry out random on-site inspections of products used
and application procedures and submit a copy of site visit records direct to the
ENGINEER.
 The manufacturer shall verify that correct products are being used, substrate
preparation is carried out correctly, and products are applied correctly.
 The manufacturer’s site visit records shall indicate the date, weather
conditions, name of site supervisor, and the products and locations inspected.
 The manufacturer shall coordinate with the ENGINEER and the Contractor and
shall arrange for joint inspections with the ENGINEER and the Contractor, if
directed.
 The manufacturer shall complete and execute the relevant parts of the
CONTRACTOR’S QUALITY CERTIFICATION.
 The manufacturer shall conduct not less than One random site inspection per
week during the installation period.
2. Samples:
a. Submit representative samples of products, finishes and fabrications, if directed.
b. Include samples for:
 Membrane sheet.
 Slip sheet / separation layer, if required.
 Protective board, if required.
 Accessories, flashing and details.
c. First completed example: Submit the first completed example of type of installed
work and finish to establish the required standard before proceeding with the
remainder of work (one planter).
3. Inspection and Test Plan: Submit and implement Inspection and Test Plans (ITP’s) for
quality assurance in accordance with the relevant Standards (ISO 9002).
4. Hold points shall include:
a. Submission of shop drawings for approval.
b. Commencement of testing.
c. First completed example of installed work on-site.
5. Contractor’s Certification:
a. Submit written Contractor’s Certification for:
 Compliance of completed work with Contract Documents.
 Manufacturer's verification of correct product selection and installation
procedures.
 Refer attached Contractor’s Certification forms.
6. Recent similar projects:
a. Submit evidence of satisfactory performance of products in recent similar projects,
with contact details for the owner or building manager, and the original consultant,
if directed.
b. Submit details regarding differences between proposed and existing products, if
any. Arrange an inspection of the project, if directed.
1.5 SUBMITTALS
1. The work of this trade shall be carried out by experienced, specialist subcontractors.
a. Submit details of subcontractors, including capability, resources and experience
with similar work.

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b. Include details for suppliers of materials and specialist procedures if directed.

Where a product manufacturer requires the subcontractor to be approved, licensed
or franchised to the manufacturer, submit evidence of compliance.
2. Product Information:
a. Submit Product Information for proposed systems and products, including
selection, preparation and installation instructions, and test results. Include test
results for the following properties and associated Standards:
 Anti-root membrane material.
 Accessories, adhesives and primers
 Protection materials.
3. Shop drawings:
a. Submit manufacturer's standard construction details indicating relevant product
selections.
b. If the actual conditions are not indicated in the standard details, submit additional
shop drawings for the actual conditions.
c. Include shop drawings (membrane) for:
 Edge details, joints, side and end lapping, turn-ups, turn-downs.
 Membrane profiles, inside and outside corners, acceptable bending radius.
 Substrate profiles, conditions, moisture content.
 Control and movement joints.
 Penetrations.
 Flashings.
 Drainage connections.
1.6 DELIVERY, HANDLING AND STORAGE

1. Protect products during delivery, handling and storage from weather, damage or
staining with suitable packing and wrapping.
2. Store clear of ground, concrete or damp surfaces on suitable packers spaced to
prevent distortion. Properly identify products on packing and wrapping.
3. Packaged products: Deliver and store proprietary packaged products in manufacturer’s
original unopened packing and containers with labels intact and legible.
4. Storage of liquids: Store liquids in designated ventilated safe storage areas in
accordance with the Product Information and occupational health and safety
requirements.
5. Keep storage areas secure from unauthorized access. Keep other combustible
products out of liquid storage area. Keep suitable fire extinguishers in accessible
adjacent locations.
1.7 PROJECT CONDITIONS

1. Prompt installation of following work: Ensure that protection board are placed over the
membrane as soon as practicable. Coordinate and cooperate with relevant trades
before and during the placement of protection boards or wearing slabs over installed
membrane to prevent any damage.
1.8 WARRANTIES
1. Provide an approved warranty against any failure to the material, application and
workmanship
2. The warranty becomes operative from the date of issue of the handing over report of
the project and shall be valid for a period of ten (10) calendar years.

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3. The warranty must be signed by the approved membrane manufacturer as well as the
Contractor
4. Warranty conditions for membrane :
a. The warranty shall clearly clarify the following:
 All materials in waterproofing system shall be free from manufacturing defects
and comply with manufacturer’s published technical specifications.
 All workmanship in waterproofing system shall be free any defects and comply
with all respect to the manufacturer’s technical instructions and control.
b. The warranty shall clearly clarify the following:
 All materials in the system shall be free from manufacturing defects and
comply with manufacturer’s published technical specifications.
 All workmanship shall be free from any defects and comply with all respect to
the manufacturer’s technical instructions and control.
c. The warranty shall include particular reference to failure of, or due to, the following:
 Failure of the membrane to withstand dislodgement due to sweet soil filling
 Failure of the membrane to exclude moisture or water.
 Damage to adjacent work due to penetration of moisture or water.
 De-lamination or separation of the membrane from substrates.
 Failure of the membrane to accommodate design loads.
 Failure of the membrane to accommodate movements in the base-structure.
 Damage, deterioration or perforation due to contact or close proximity with
chemical products in the substrates, adjacent materials or the environment
generally.
d. Within this warranty the Landscape contractor is liable for the cost of:
 Repair of defected materials or installation of a replacement of materials or
system.
 Damages to the building and/or the building contents due to such existing
materials.
 Financial loss and/or physical injury due to such existing materials.
 The text of the warranty shall be to the Engineer approval.
e. Membrane shall be a complete system in which all components act together
without failure of any part. Failure that may be attributed to the failure of one or
more particular components shall not limit responsibility for the complete system.
5. Warrantee should be backed-up with an insurance policy issued by reputed insurance
company to the approval of the ENGINEER.
1.9 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

1. Sweet soil filling loads:
a. Movements: The installed work shall accommodate movements and deflections in
the base-structure and substrates, without failure or loss of adhesion, performance
or durability.
b. Submit computations and test reports to verify that the memmrane thickness will
accommodate the applicable filling loads.

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2. Corrosion:
a. Products and materials, including fixings and concealed components, shall be
corrosion-resistant or protective coated to prevent corrosion.
b. The cut edges of factory-coated products shall be coated or otherwise treated to
ensure continuity of corrosion protection.
3. Ambient physical conditions:
a. The installed work shall be suitable for and resistant to ambient physical conditions,
including normal cleaning and maintenance procedures applicable to the installed
work.
4. Compatibility:
a. Adjacent products and materials shall be chemically and electrolytically compatible
with each other, substrates, and adjacent work, or shall be separated by suitable
products and procedures.
b. Adjacent products and materials, including adhesives and sealants, shall not stain
or contaminate, and shall not cause visual or structural defects in adjacent
materials.
5. Membrane barrier:
a. The membrane system shall provide a permanent barrier to moisture and water,
and shall be waterproof and resistant to vapour pressure, condensation, and
corrosion, and shall remain intact and properly fixed to the substrate under all
conditions.
b. Tanking anti-root membrane in contact with sweet soil shall be resistant to any
chemical action or contamination of the ground.
1.10 TESTING
1. The Owner reserves the right of conduct laboratory test in any of the Independent
Laboratory in Syria or anywhere in the world on the samples which taken from the site
for not less than four no. tests out of product leaflet specification at the Contractor
expense.
2. In case of failure of any of the test the product be removed and a new product shall be
fixed. In this case the Contractor has no right under any condition for an extension of
time and any financial claims due to action taken.
3. Flood testing: Carry out flood testing of installed membrane installation in accordance
with all the relevant Standards
 ASTM D5385 Test method for hydrostatic pressure resistance of waterproofing
membrane.
 Flood test membrane 48 hours minimum following completion of membrane
installation.
 Restrict water run-off from membrane area plugging drains and creating dams
or dikes, flood restricted area to depth of 10 cm maintain at his depth for 48
hours.
 Repair any leaks which develop and retest.
 At completion of flood test, drain plugs will be removed.
 Similar test shall be repeated for each planter box.
4. Verify proposed procedures before commencing. As a guide, procedures shall include:
a. Verify that base-structure has adequate strength to withstand water load.
b. Notify ENGINEER at least two days before testing.
c. Plug drains, and install temporary bunds where required.

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d. Flood test area to a minimum depth of 25 mm and leave for 48 hours.

e. Mark locations of leaks.
f. When membrane is dry, rectify in accordance with Product Information.
g. Repeat procedure until no leaks occur.
2.0 PRODUCTS
2.1 MEMBRANE SYSTEM

1. Membranes shall be complete approved proprietary waterproof systems, suitable for
the location and the intended function, in accordance with the Product Information and
relevant Standards.
2. Submit Product Information and test results. Include details of each layer of complete
system. Include details of compatibility with substrates, and base-structure movement.
3. Membrane systems shall include the following accessories and edge detailing as
appropriate:
a. Substrate preparation.
b. Adhesive and primer, if required.
c. Protection / insulation board, if required.
d. Separation sheet or vent sheet, if required.
e. Finished surfacing, where applicable.
f. Flashings, fixings and pressure seals.
g. Reinforcement of sheet.
h. Edge details, turn-ups and turndowns.
i. Movement joint cover details.
2.2 JUNCTIONS AND SERVICES PENETRATIONS

1. Construct floor-to-wall junctions or internal corners with a continuous cove in mortar or
other suitable fillet material to neat, straight lines.
2. Radius of internal and external corners of substrates shall be nominal 50mm, unless
otherwise indicated.
3. Where substrate materials change at internal corners, provide suitable separation
barrier to accommodate differential movement without damage to the membrane.
4. Turn-up membrane at planter box walls to nominal height of the wall minus as indicated
on drawings.
5. Turn down membrane into floor grate assemblies and fix firmly in place with threaded
clamping collars, unless otherwise indicated.
2.3 FOLLOWING WORK:

1. There shall be no through-fixing of following work to substrates through the membrane,
except by approved construction details.
2. Submit shop drawings of proposed fixing procedures for later applied work. Obtain
approval before commencing.
3. There shall be no direct contact between following work and the membrane. Provide
suitable protection and separation barriers as required.
4. Seal edges, laps and through fixings.
5. Where the membrane is covered with back-filling for planter tanking locations, cover all
vertical and horizontal surfaces with suitable durable protective sheeting.

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6. Where the membrane is covered with concrete wearing slabs or screed, cover
membrane with a suitable polyethylene slip sheet not less than 200 microns thick,
lapped not less than 200 mm and taped.
2.4 FLASHINGS AND BARRIERS

1. Provide corrosion-resistant flashings to edges of membranes where required. Turn
flashings into reglets or provide suitable ‘K’ profile flashings.
2. Submit details of proposed membrane flashings before commencing.
2.5 SEALANTS
1. Sealants shall be suitable elastomeric sealants, suitable for the location and the
intended function, in accordance with all the latest Product Information and relevant
Standards e.g.
 ASTM C920 Specification for elastomeric joint sealants.
 ASTM C962 Standard guide for use of elastomeric joint sealants. Submit
details including generic type, durability, adhesion, compatibility, movement
capability and fire-resistance as appropriate.
2. Verify types, locations and colours before commencing.
3. Visible sealants shall be resistant to ultra-violet light and effects of exposure.
2.6 PLANTER BOX FLOOR LEVELING

1. COMPOUNDS: Provide cementitious floor leveling compounds to ensure suitable
substrate finish, levels and tolerances required for the required finish, levels and
tolerances of applied flooring, suitable for the location and the intended function, in
accordance with Product Information.
2. Cementitious floor leveling compounds shall be durable, compatible with substrates
and applied flooring , resistant to cracking and de-laminating, and shall be self leveling.
Include primers and bonding agents as required.
2.7 CEMENT AND SAND

1. Cement and sand for mortar, grout and render shall be suitable for the location and the
intended function in compliance with all the latest relevant Standards.
2. Unless otherwise indicated:
a. Cement shall be general purpose Portland cement.
b. Sand shall be clean sharp fine sand, washed and graded.
c. Water shall be free from chlorides or any substances which may be harmful to the
work, including reinforcement and embedments.
d. Submit details of proposed mix proportions. Do not change proportions after
commencing.
2.8 EXECUTION
2.9 PRE-INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

1. Do not commence installation unless conditions and substrates are suitable.

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2.10 SUBSTRATE PREPARATION

1. Prepare substrates to ensure the correct adhesion, finish and durability of the applied
work in accordance with accepted industry practice, Product Information and relevant
Standards, as applicable, without damage to the substrate or adjacent work.
2. Rectify non-complying substrates by suitable procedures.
3. Verify that cementitious substrates are properly cured and have reached the required
moisture content before installation.
4. Carry out moisture testing where required.
5. Scabble cementitious substrates if required to ensure suitable mechanical key.
2.11 MEMBRANE INSTALLATION

1. Install membrane, including required primers and accessories, and temporary breaks,
in accordance with the Product Information.
2. Verify correct substrate moisture before commencing. Do not install membranes in wet
or inclement weather.
3. Do not recommence installation after rain until the substrate is thoroughly dry.
4. Verify locations of proposed through-fixings and proposed construction details before
commencing.
5. Coordinate with relevant services trades.
6. Ensure membranes are properly terminated to drainage grates with collar flanges
lapped and screwed down firmly.
7. Immediately before covering the membrane, carry out a careful inspection, and repair
any accidental damage, holes, tears, misaligned or wrinkled areas, and other defects.
8. As a guide, lap sheet membranes not less than 150 mm to sides and ends, stagger
laps to adjacent sheets, and make site repairs with double patches lapped 150 mm on
all sides.
2.12 CLEANING, PROTECTION AND RECTIFICATION

1. Cleaning:
a. The finished work shall be complete, clean and undamaged, with smooth, even
finishes.
b. Keep installation areas clean and tidy during installation.
c. The ENGINEER may direct installation areas to be cleaned at any time.
2. Protection: Protect installed work to prevent damage during subsequent building work
and or weather conditions. Ensure work is properly cured and hardened before
subsequent use.
3. Adjacent work:
a. Protect adjacent work during installation.
b. Use protective coverings where required.
c. Rectify any damage to adjacent work. Remove spots, marks and stains from
adjacent surfaces.
4. Completion:
a. Rectify or replace any faulty or damaged work before Practical Completion,
including damage, staining or corrosion caused by subsequent construction
activities. If the work cannot be rectified properly, replace or re-apply the whole
area affected, as directed.
2.13 COMPLETION DOCUMENTS

1. User’s Manual: Submit a User’s Manual for the work of this trade with records and
details of materials used and sources of supply, cleaning and repair procedures.

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3.0 PROJECT PARTICULARS
3.1 DEFAULT REQUIREMENTS

1. Membrane types:
Unless otherwise indicated, provide membranes as follows:
 To all concrete floors,(including where covered by applied screeds and paving.

To all planters, where indicated as requiring a membrane
END OF SECTION


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