1.2.

4 Lay and bed bricks with lime and sand mortar at a proportion of 1:3 Mortar shall
be mixed on a clean, close boarded platform. Mix thoroughly, but do not overmix.

1.2.5 Sand to be clean river sand to conform to the grading limits set out in Table 1.1

1.2.6 Unless otherwise specified, bricks shall be laid on a full bed of mortar with the
joints filled solid to a consistent thickness of 10mm.

1.2.7 Cutting of bricks should be very careful to suit the shepe of the wall. The
Contractor shall allow sufficient advance notice for the Supervising Office and/or
Supervisor(s) to inspect the bricks before covering up by plastering.

1.2.8 Joints should be raked out to a depth of 10 mm to provide key for plaster or
other wet applied finishes.

1.2.9 Joints not visible in the finished work shall be struck off. Fill joints in fair-faced
work as the work proceeds to provide a smooth surface flush with the brick face.

1.2.10 Keep courses level, and prepends vertically inline, and other angles as the work
proceeds.

1.2.11 Mock-up of entical procedures and location shall be at the discretion of the
Supervising Officer and/or the Supervisor(s) with at least 2 days’ prior notice of at
critical procedures and location.

1.3 Submission
1.3.1 Records indicating the existing brick property, strength, extent of damage,
estimated repair area and volume of brick should be submitted to the Supervising
Officer and/or the Supervisor(s)

1.3.2 Location plan indicating the re-bricking area and its area should be submitted to
the Supervising Officer and/or the Supervisor(s) for record and approval.

1.3.3 Material samples of replacement brick bring laid for repair should be submitted
to the Supervising Officer and/or the Supervisor(s) for record and approval.

1.3.4 Photographic records documenting progress and completion of the repair work
should be submitted to the Supervisor Officer and/or the Supervisor(s) for record and
approval.

1.4 Testing and Commissioning

1.4.1 Conduct crushing strength or compressive strength test on bricks. Crushing
strength of 3.50 N/mm^2 or above shall be tolerated. Otherwise, it should not be used
for construction purposes.

1.4.2 All bricks shall be of the same dimension. Select 20 bricks randomly and stack
them along its length, breadth and height for comparison, deviance not exceeding
5mm shall be tolerated.

1.4.3 Conduct efflorescence test on bricks to ensure soluble salts are absent in bricks.
Place the bricks in a water bath for 24 hours and dry it inside. Bricks with any white
or grey colour deposits shall not be used for construction purpose.

1.4.4 Bricks shall be subjected to re-testing if failed to meet the above standards. All
re-testing costs shall be borne by the Contractor.

2.0 Painting

2.1 Scope of work

2.1.1 The Contractor shall make reference to the findings and recommendation of the
Building Condition Report, verify the survey findings and personally check with
suitable hand tools and equipment the condition of the paint on timber plates adjacent
to the Ancestor Altar to identity if any and the extent of rot infestation, defects,
existing poor repair and need of replacement.
2.1.2 With reference to the Building Condition Report, the Contractor shall carefully
cleanse and remedy the timber surface for repainting purposes. The Contractor shall
procure pigment with the same density and colour for the subsequent repainting of the
timber plate adjacent to the Ancestor Altar.

2.1.3 Where defective portions are found, the Contractor shall collect 2 samples of
every colour from the defective portion of the timber plate adjacent to the Ancestor
Altar for laboratory testing so as to verify the colour code. The Contractor shall
submit the laboratory test reports to the Supervising Officer and/or Supervisor(s).

2.1.4
Repaint the timber plate with approved synthetic painting system and match with
existing and apply any repellents necessary.

2.1.5 The Contractor shall submit method statement of solvent test, adhesion test and
external exposure test for approval by the Supervising Officer and/or Supervisor(s)
and conduct the tests before the commencement of restoration works. Employ solvent
testing, adhesion testing and external exposure testing to determine the generic types
of paints and evaluate the adhesiveness and durability of paints. Test results shall be
submitted to the Supervisor(s) for record.

2.1.6 Clear debris along the existing surface and clear the relevant portion with high-
pressure water jet upon completion of works and drying of paint.

2.2 Materials and Workmanship

2.2.1 All paints and decorative materials shall be of a type, brand and colour priorly
approved by the Supervising Office and/or the Supervisor(s). Supply all proprietary
brand materials in sealed containers each containing the manufacturer’s brand label
and painted instructions. Destroy the tins immediately upon use of the contents. Each
container shall be marked on the side to show the following:

i: The name of the manufacturer,

Ii The paint manufacturer’s reference number,
Iii Intended purposes, type of pigment and binder,
Iv Batch number, date of manufacture, expiry date and pot life, and
V Colour, gloss, drying times and flashpoint. Where possible, all the materials in any
coating system shall be obtained from the same manufacturer.

Two copies of the manufacturer’s data sheets for the paints pros=posed to be used
shall be submitted to the Supervising Officer and/or the Supervisor(s).

2.2.2 Synthetic finishing paints applied on external woodwork to comply with the
aluminium primer to BS 4755, Type 1.
2.2.3 Anti-mould liquid shall be a fungicidal solution priorly approved by the
Supervising Officer and/or the Supervisor(s).

2.2.4 Water repellent liquid shall be silicone or other water repellents priorly approved
by the Supervising Officer and/or the Supervisor(s).

2.2.5 Unless otherwise specified, all paint for external use shall be synthetic paint of
alkyd resin base combined with drying oils and pigments. Undercoats and finishing
coat shall be of properly matching type and the finishing coat shall give a hard gloss
finish.

2.2.6 Protect timber surfaces, the adjacent Ancestor Altar and the like by approved
means. Protect freshly applied surface coatings from damage. Exhibit “Wet Paint”, in
both English and Chinese signs and provide protective barriers where necessary.

2.2.7 Keep surfaces clean and free from dust during coating and drying. Remove and
clean off all splashes whilst work is in progress, make good any damage, and leave
work, and all areas in which work is executed, clean and perfect on completion.

2.2.8 Strip existing decoration which is in poor condition, or which shall be replaced
by a different type of decoration as ordered by the Supervising Officer and/or the
Supervisor(s). After stripping the decoration, prepare surfaces as required for the type
of decoration to be applied.

I Prior to applying the paint to new surfaces sample area not less than 5 m2 shall be
prepared on the structure to be painted
Ii The actual consumption in litres/m2 of the various coats of the paint system shall be
recorded in the test area
Iii When the paint system has cured for 14 days, a test of surface adhesion shall be
made in accordance with the requirements of the Supervising Office and/or the
Supervisor(s).
Iv Coatings shall only be applied when rainfall is not expected for the following 12
hours.

2.2.9 Remove all dust, dirt, stains, grease and loose material on timber surface and
unless otherwise specified, prepare new surfaces for decoration as follows:
I Knot, prime, stop and rub down surfaces shall be treated with linseed oil
Ii Surfaces shall be treated with wood preservative or pesticidal coating.
Iii Rub smooth and brush clean surfaces shall be treated with linseed oil
Iv Rubdown and fill surfaces shall be stained, varnished, wax polished or lacquered
V Wash down surfaces shall be painted with chalkboard paint.

2.2.10 Work primer into surface, joints, angles and end grain. Ensure that priming
coats are of adequate thickness and suit the surface porosity. Ensure that any primed
surfaces that have deteriorated on-site or in transit are touched up or re-primed. Apply
priming coats on new work before the articles are fixed in position.

2.2.11 Apply one undercoat in an even film over all surfaces. Avoid uneven
thicknesses at edges and angles.

2.2.12 Apply one finishing coat in an even film over relevant surfaces. Avoid brush
marks, sags, runs and other defects. Apply second coat within 48 hours of first coat.
2.2.13 Brush, clean down and apply one coat of water repellant liquid in accordance
with the manufacturer’s recommendations.

2.2.14 Apply wood preservative over relevant surfaces. The timber plate shall have
the correct moisture content before applying the preservative. Treatment shall comply
with the manufacturer’s recommendations, and be carried out after cutting to size.
2.3 Submission
2.3.1 Records indicating the existing limber proooity, strength, extent of damage,
estimated repair area and volume of brick should be submitted to the Supervising
Officer and/or the Supervisor(s).

2.3.2 Location plan indicating the re-painting area and its area should be submitted to
the Supervising Officer and/or the Supervisor(s) for record and approval.

2.3.3 Photographic records documenting the progress and completion of the repair
work should be submitted to the Supervising Officer and/or the Supervisor(s) for
record and approval.

2.4 Testing and Commissioning

2.4.1 Conduct solvent test to differentiate generic types of paint applied on timber
plate. Place test rag in a sealed container for safe disposal upon completion of the test.

2.4.2 Conduct adhesion test to establish the adhesion properties of the paint. Use a
sharp knife to cut 6 vertical and 6 horizontal lines approximately 3mm apart to form a
lattice pattern. Place adhesion test tape over the grid area and rub down with blunt end
of the knife and pull off at a 45 angle after 90 seconds. The extent of flaking classified
as ISO Class 2/ASTM Class 3B or below should not be tolerated.

2.4.3 Conduct exterior exposure test to determine the durability of the paint. A test
panel comprising paint samples shall be exposed to natural weathers for a month to
ensure it can withstand natural weathering conditions. Any flaking off, fading of
colors or relevant damages shall not be tolerated.

2.4.4 Paint samples shall be subjected to re-testing if failed to meet the above
standards. All re-testing costs shall be borne by the Contractor.
3.0 Plastering and Rendering
3.1 Scope of work
3.1.1 Erect sunshade and watertight rain shelter constructed of scaffolding, etc. And
shall resist foreseeable strong wind, typhoon attack and downpours during the course
of works for the purpose of protecting the repair area suffering from repaid hardening
on lime plaster, as well as inspection at a close distance by Supervising Officer and/or
Supervisors. The scaffold shall comply with the requirements of the prevailing of the
prevailing Code of Practice issued by the Labour Department.
3.1.2 The Contractor shall make reference to the findings and recommendation of the
Building Condition Report, verify the survey findings and personally check with
suitable hand tools and equipment the condition of flourish of moss on walls adjacent
to the Main Entrance to identify if any and the extent of rot infestation, defects,
existing poor repair and need of replacement.
3.1.3 With reference to the Building Condition Report, the Contractor shall carefully
cleanse and remedy the surface of wall for replastering purposes. The Contractor shall
procure lime plaster with the same density and generic type for subsequent replasting
for wall adjacent to the Main Entrance.
3.1.4 Replaster the wall to match with the existing design with the provision of lime
plaster. Mock-up must be prepared and approved by the Supervising Officer and/or
Supervisors before the commencement of restoration works.
3.1.5 Conduct Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) method on plaster to ensure they are of
high quality upon the completion of plaster replacement.
3.1.6 Clear debris along the existing surface and clear the relevant portion with high-
pressure water jet upon completion of works

3.2 Materials and Workmanship

3.2.1 Lime for plastering shall be hydrated lime or quicklime complying with BS 890
3.2.2 Plasterboard shall comply with BS 1230:Pt.1 “gypsum lath” or “gypsum
baseboard” with square edges. Plasterboard shall be stacked flat on level surface,
properly supported to prevent bending of boards off the ground. Plasterboard shall be
kept dry to prevent mould growth, and deliveries shall be scheduled to ensure on-site
storage periods are confined to a minimum during periods of high humidity.
3.2.3 Bonding agent shall be compatible with background, designated to be suitable
for external use and of a proprietary brand priorly approved by the Supervising
Officer and/or the Supervisor(s). The approved proprietary bonding agent shall be
used in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications and
recommendations. The expiry date shall be clearly indicated with label and stamp for
necessary inspection.
3.2.4 Provide sample panels of approximately 2 m2 for textured or coloured finishes
including pointing and obtain approval before starting work. Apply these finishes to
sample areas of the work as directed.
3.2.5 Remove efflorescence, laitance, oil, grease, all traces of release agents, dirt, and
loose material by dry brushing or scraping. Protect surfaces from weather conditions
and ensure that they are completely compatible with the finish to be applied before
starting work.
3.2.6 Plaster and render shall be mixed using minimum amount of water necessary to
achieve required consistency and shall be using within one hour after mixing. Too wet
or too strong render mixes attribute to the render drying shrinkage shall be avoid. The
mixed materials shall not be reconstituted and reused after the initial set has taken
place.
3.2.7 Apply internal lime plaster in two coats on solid background as follows:
(i) Undercoat shall be 1:3 cement: sand mix.
(ii) Finishing coats use lime plaster gauged (cement:lime:sand=1:2:6) with not more
than 25% by volume of lime putty. Addition of paper-pulp is not allowed.
(iii) Thickness of undercoat shall not exceed 10 mm.
(iv) Thickness of finishing coat shall be at least mm.
(v) Total thickness of plaster shall not exceed 15mm.

3.2.8 Metal beads for internal plastering and dry lining, shall be to BS EN 13658-1.
Metal beads for external rendering shall be to BS EN 13658-2. Provide and fix metal
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