SECTION 09635

BRICK FLOORING

PART 1 GENERAL

SECTION INCLUDES

Brick flooring [and] [base.] [stair treads.] [stair risers.]

Portland cement mortar bed and joint pointing.

PRODUCTS INSTALLED BUT NOT FURNISHED UNDER THIS SECTION

[Section [_____-__________]: Placement of thresholds.]

RELATED SECTIONS

Section 02520 - Brick Pavers: Exterior application of brick.

Section [_____-__________]: Substrate surface to receive brick flooring.

Section [_____-__________]: Facebrick wall finish.

Section 07900 - Joint Sealers: Control and expansion joints.

Section 09600 - Stone Flooring.

REFERENCES

ASTM A185 - Welded Steel Wire Fabric for Concrete Reinforcement.

ASTM C33 - Concrete Aggregates.

ASTM C144 - Aggregate for Masonry Mortar.

ASTM C150 - Portland Cement.

ASTM C270 - Mortar For Unit Masonry.

ASTM C279 - Chemical-Resistant Masonry Units.

ASTM C287 - Chemical-Resistant Sulphur Mortars.

ASTM C386 - Use of Chemical-Resistant Sulphur Mortars.

ASTM C395 - Chemical-Resistant Resin Mortars.

ASTM C397 - Use of Chemically Setting Chemical-Resistant Silicate and Silica Mortars.

ASTM C398 - Use of Hydraulic Cement Mortars in Chemical-

Resistant Masonry.

ASTM C399 - Use of Chemical-Resistant Resin Mortars.

ASTM C410 - Industrial Floor Brick.

ASTM C446 - Chemically Setting Silicate and Silica Chemical-Resistant Mortars.

ASTM C658 - Resin Chemical-Resistant Grouts.

ASTM C902 - Pedestrian and Light Traffic Paving Brick.

ASTM D2103 - Polyethylene Film and Sheeting.

SUBMITTALS

Submit shop drawings under provisions of Section [01300.] [01340.]

Submit shop drawings indicating dimensions, layout, construction details, adjacent construction, pattern, and [__________.]

Submit product data under provisions of Section [01300.] [01340.]

Submit product data for brick units, sizes, characteristics, and [__________.]

Submit samples under provisions of Section [01300.] [01340.]

Submit [two] [_____] samples [___x___] inch ([___x___] mm) in size illustrating color, color range, surface finish and texture, and [colored mortar.] [__________.]

Submit manufacturer's installation instructions [and] [mortar color and admixture instructions] [chemical resistant pointing and grouting] under provisions of Section [01300.] [01340.]

MAINTENANCE DATA

Submit maintenance data under provisions of Section [01700.] [01730.]

Include list of liquids detrimental to brick finish and grout.

Include recommended cleaning methods, cleaning materials stain removal methods, and polishes and waxes.

FIELD SAMPLES

Provide samples under provisions of Section [01300.] [01340.]

Provide field sample panel, [___] feet ([___] m) long by [___] ([___] m) wide, with brick units and grouted joints.

Locate [where directed.] [____________________.]

Accepted sample may [not] remain as part of the Work.

DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

Deliver products to site under provisions of Section [01600.] [01610.]

Store and protect products under provisions of Section [01600.] [01620.]

Accept packaged brick materials on site and inspect for damage.

Protect mortar materials from moisture.

ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Maintain materials and surrounding air to a minimum 50 degrees F (10 degrees C) prior to, during, and 48 hours after completion of work.

EXTRA MATERIALS

Submit maintenance materials under provisions of Section [01700.] [01750.]

Provide [20] [___] of each size [and type] of brick unit specified.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

BRICK MANUFACTURERS

[________________________________] Product [__________.]

[________________________________] Product [__________.]

[________________________________] Product [__________.]

Substitutions: Under provisions of Section [01600.] [01630.]

BRICK MATERIALS

Brick Units: [ASTM C902, Weather Class NX, Type [I] [II] [III];] burned [clay] [shale], in accordance with the following:

Unit Size:	[___x___x___] inches ([___x___x___] mm).

Surface Finish:	[__________.] [as selected.]

Color:	[__________.] [as selected.]

[Protective Coating:	[____________________].]

Industrial Floor Brick: [ASTM C410, Type [T] [H] [M] [L];] burned [clay] [shale], in accordance with the following:

Unit Size:	[___x___x___] inches ([___x___x___] mm).

Surface Finish:	[__________.] [as selected.]

Color:	[__________.] [as selected.]

Chemical Resistant Brick Units: [ASTM C279, Type [H] [L];] burned clay or shale in accordance with the following:

Unit Size:	[___x___x___] inches ([___x___x___] mm).

Surface Finish:	[__________.] [as selected.]

Color:	[__________.] [as selected.]

MORTAR MATERIALS

Portland Cement: ASTM C150, Type I; [white] [grey] color.

Sand: [ASTM C144] [ASTM C33] [Sharp, coarse, clean, screened sand free from deleterious material.]

Water: Potable and not detrimental to mortar.

Color pigments: Non-fading mineral pigments in colors selected.

Admixtures: [Latex.] [__________.]

SPECIAL MORTAR MATERIALS

Sulphur Mortar: ASTM C287.

****** [OR] ******

Resin Mortar: ASTM C395, Type [_____.]

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Silicate and Silica Mortar: ASTM C446.

****** [OR] ******

Resin Chemical-Resistant Grout: ASTM C658.

****** [OR] ******

Hydraulic Cement Chemical-Resistant Grout: Portland cement mortar materials and [__________.]

ACCESSORIES

Cleavage Membrane: ASTM D2103, [4] [6] mil. ([0.1] [0.15] mm) thick polyethylene film.

Reinforcing Mesh: [ASTM A185,] [2 x 2] [___x___] inch x [16] [___] gage ([50 x 50] [___x___] x [1.5] [___] mm); galvanized.

[Sealer: [__________] type manufactured by [__________].]

Sealant: [__________] type specified in Section 07900.

[Temporary Protective Coating and Cleaner: [__________].]

MORTAR MIXES

Mortar Bed: Portland cement mix of [___] psi ([___] MPa) 28 day strength placed with [___] inch([___] mm) slump.

****** [OR] ******

Mortar Bed: ASTM C270 Type [M.] [S.] [N.]

****** [OR] ******

Mix special mortar in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

Pointing Mortar: Portland cement mix of [___] psi ([___] MPa) 28 day strength placed with [___] inch ([___] mm) slump.

Add [mortar color] [and] [admixtures] in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. Control uniformity of mix in coloration.

Thoroughly mix mortar ingredients in quantities needed for immediate use.

Do not use anti-freeze compounds in mortar.

Use mortar within two hours after mixing at temperatures of 80 degrees F (26 degrees C), and two-and-one half hours at temperatures under 50 degrees F (10 degrees C).

If necessary, retemper mortar within two hours of mixing to replace water lost by evaporation. Do not retemper mortar after two hours from mixing.

COLOR AND SURFACE FINISHES

Floor Surface: [____________________.]

Base Surface: [____________________.]

Threshold Surface: [____________________.]

Stair Tread Surface: [____________________.]

Stair Riser Surface: [____________________.]

PART 3 EXECUTION

EXAMINATION

Verify that surfaces are ready to receive work.

Verify field measurements are as [shown on [Drawings.] [shop drawings].] [instructed by the manufacturer.]

Beginning of installation means installer accepts existing substrate conditions.

PREPARATION

Establish lines, levels, and pattern. Protect from disturbance.

Clean brick prior to installation, with edges and surfaces free of dirt or foreign material. Do not use implements which mark or damage exposed surfaces.

[Coat top surface of brick units with protective coating for resin mortar and grout applications.]

INSTALLATION

Install brick in accordance with brick manufacturer's instructions.

[Install cleavage membrane over [existing] floor substrate surface; lap joints 2 inches (50 mm), and tape seal.]

Set units in full mortar bed to support brick over full bearing surface and to establish joint dimensions. [Place reinforcement into setting bed.]

Apply chemical-resistant sulphur mortar in accordance with ASTM C386.

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Apply chemical-resistant resin mortar in accordance with ASTM C399.

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Apply silicate and silica mortar in accordance with ASTM C397.

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Apply hydraulic cement mortar in chemical-resistant application in accordance with ASTM C398.

[Lay units to pattern indicated on [shop drawings.] [Drawings].] [ Request floor pattern from the Architect/Engineer.] Do not interrupt pattern around openings.

****** [OR] ******

Place units in [square] [running bond] [ashlar] [herringbone] [__________] pattern, from straight reference edge.

Place half units at edges and interruptions.

[Place thresholds at door and wall openings where floor finish changes to dissimilar material.]

To accommodate pointing mortar, rake out joints 1/4 to 3/8 inch (6 to 10 mm).

Fill joints with pointing mortar. [Apply chemical-resistant resin grout in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.] Pack and work into voids. Neatly tool surface to a [concave] [flush] joint.

Form control [and expansion] joints [as detailed] [with joint width of [1/2] [___] inch ([12] [___] mm) by depth of brick unit and setting bed.] [_______________.] Calk joint with sealant, tool to [concave] [__________] shape.

ERECTION TOLERANCES

Maximum Variation From Horizontal Plane of Unit to Adjacent Unit: [1/32] [___] inch ([0.8] [___] mm).

Maximum Variation of Joint Width: [1/8] [___] inch ([3] [___] mm), and where joints abut vertical surfaces or protrusions.

CLEANING

Clean work under provisions of [01700.] [01710.]

Clean soiled surfaces using solution which will not harm brick, joint materials, or adjacent surfaces. Consult brick manufacturer for recommended type.

[Remove protective coating.]

Use non-metallic tools in cleaning operations.

[Apply sealer in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.]

PROTECTION OF FINISHED WORK

Protect finished installation under provisions of Section [01500.] [01535.]

Do not permit traffic over unprotected floor surface.

SCHEDULES

Entry 105: 6 x 6 x 3/8 inch brick pavers, wire cut surface, dark brown color, square pattern.

Lobby 108: 4 x 8 x 3/8 inch brick pavers, smooth surface, light brown color, herringbone pattern.

END OF SECTION