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CONTENTS
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1. GENERAL 3
1.1 Scope 3
1.2 Related Sections 3
1.3 Standards 3
1.4 Trade Preambles 4
1.5 Definitions / Abbreviations 5
2. PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS 6
2.1 Contractor’s Brief 6
3. MATERIALS / COMPONENTS 8
3.1 Types of Applied Finishes System 8
3.2 General Material Requirements 8
3.3 Substrate Preparation Materials 9
3.4 Waterproofing Systems: Membranes 9
3.5 Waterproofing Systems: Waterproof Screed 10
3.6 Skylights 10
3.7 Waterproofing Systems: Auxiliary Components 10
3.8 Waterproofing Systems: Primers and Bonding Compounds 11
3.9 Waterproofing Systems: Materials for Joints 11
3.10 Insulation 12
3.11 Surfacing Materials 12
3.12 Rainwater Goods 12
3.13 Fall Arrest System 13
4. WORKMANSHIP 14
4.1 General Workmanship Requirements 14
4.2 Preparation 14
4.3 Application of Membranes 15
4.4 Waterproof Screed 18
4.5 Insulation 18
4.6 Skylights 18
4.7 Installation of Rainwater Goods 19
4.8 Protection 19
5. SUBMISSIONS / VERIFICATION 20
5.1 Submissions 20
5.2 Samples and Mock-ups 21
5.3 Inspection and Tests 22
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1. GENERAL
Read with the General Requirements section, and all other contract documents.
This Document is supplementary to Section A2-30 Applied Finishes for Flat Roofs
System of the NPQS, which sets out Project Specific Data (PSD), in the same clause
headings as in the NPQS. All modifications and additions noted in this document take
precedence over clauses noted in the NPQS.
1.1 Scope
This section covers the general requirements for applied finishes for flat roofs,
including various combinations of:
a. Waterproofing
b. Insulation
c. Surfacing
1.3 Standards
Unless otherwise agreed by the SO, ensure all of the Works comply with the relevant
requirements of the Standards and Codes listed below or referenced in the body of
the Specification. Alternative Standards and Codes may be submitted to the SO,
provided it can be demonstrated that the alternative Standards and Codes comply
with the requirements of the standards specified. All Standards and Codes quoted
are the current version, unless specific year references are noted.
Singapore Standards
SS CP 26 Drainage of Roofs
SS CP 33 Lightning Protection
SS CP 82 Waterproofing of Reinforced Concrete Buildings
SS 133 Bituminous emulsion for Roof Waterproofing
SS 141 Unplasticized PVC pipe for cold water services and industrial uses
SS 374 Preformed Waterproofing Membranes for Concealed Roof
Other Standards
BS EN 363 Personal protective equipment against falls from a height – Fall
Arrest Systems.
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Liaise and coordinate with services engineer for location of roof penetrations,
attachments and other services to be fixed into and or onto the roof(s).
1.4.5 Warranty
Provide warranty in accordance with contract conditions for the following items:
a. Waterproofing and watertightness of the roofs.
b. Insulation systems of the roofs.
c. Surfacing screed, other accessories and components.
Refer to the PSD for warranty requirements.
The period of warranty required for the listed items are as follows:
Items Requiring Warranty Period of Warranty Required
Waterproofing & watertightness of the roof
Insulation system of the roof
Surfacing screed, other accessories &
components
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2. PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
2.1.1 Structural
2.1.1.1 Dead Loads
The self-weight and other associated dead loads of the complete applied finishes
system shall not exceed the assumed design value as indicated in the PSD.
The self weight and other associated dead loads of the complete roof finishing
system shall not exceed [ KN/m2]
2.1.3 Environmental
2.1.3.1 Thermal Performance
Comply with the applicable OTTV or U-value referred to in the PSD.
Comply with the following OTTV or U-value requirements:
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2.1.4 Maintenance
2.1.4.1 The roof system shall be maintainable and replaceable in parts or whole from
the outside.
2.1.4.2 Allow routine cleaning to be conducted with minimal disruption to the building
occupants.
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3. MATERIALS / COMPONENTS
The finishes system may be assembled on site with the individual components, or
supplied and installed as a composite system incorporating one or more
components.
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3.6 Skylights
Refer to section A2-40, clause 3.0 for general requirement of materials for skylights.
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3.8.1 Primer
Primer shall be proprietary type, compatible with the membrane used and
recommended for the intended purpose by the membrane manufacturer, to be
submitted to the SO.
3.9.4 Gaskets
Natural rubber compounds protected by a synthetic rubber skin. If special properties
such as resistance to oils are desired, synthetic rubber and plastics materials have to
be specifically formulated for the intended use. Gaskets can be solid or hollow
sections of various profiles formed from cellular or non-cellular material or
combinations of these materials or sections. Submit suitable product to the SO.
3.9.7 Baffles
Materials for baffles shall comply with SS CP 82.
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3.10 Insulation
3.11.4 Ballast
Ballast materials to be of stone, aggregate, gravel, pre-cast concrete pavers and clay
pavers. Refer to section A3-10 “Hardscape” clause 3.4, for general requirement of
materials.
Submit to the SO, suitable products, able to resist the expected wind uplift, protect
the membrane from surface pedestrian traffic and other imposed loads.
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4. WORKMANSHIP
4.2 Preparation
4.2.4 Cracks
Seal all cracks and movement joints, with reinforcement and sealant, and allow to
cure. Repair all structural cracks to SO’s approval.
4.2.6 Priming
Apply primer to substrate, ensuring full coverage and allowed to dry prior to
application of membrane.
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4.3.5 Surfacing
Where required, apply a 20 mm thick waterproof screed over the membrane.
Apply surfacing material over the waterproof screed.
Where tiles are laid directly onto the waterproof screed or membrane, use a
compatible proprietary adhesive recommended by the membrane manufacturer.
Where the surfacing material is a RC topping slab or ballast materials, add a
proprietary recommended slip sheet in between the membrane and surfacing
material.
4.5 Insulation
Lay rigid insulation boards to accepted methods and in accordance with supplier’s
recommendations.
4.6 Skylights
Install skylight(s) in accordance with section A2-40, clause 4.0.
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4.7.1 Flashing
Flash all exposed vertical edges of membrane above the finished roof level.
Seal all membrane edges around upstands with pressure seal, protrusions and
services penetrations with fillet beads or other sealant materials, to be submitted to
the SO.
4.8 Protection
Ensure that from completion of the waterproofing works until Practical Completion:
a. The waterproofed area is not used as a working platform unless fully protected to
the satisfaction of the SO.
b. Do not allow petroleum based solvents or other chemicals harmful to bitumen to
come into contact with the waterproofed surface.
c. Protect the waterproofed areas from damage by subsequent building operations.
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5. SUBMISSIONS / VERIFICATION
5.1 Submissions
5.1.1 Submissions
Include in construction program, event for submission of the following information:
a. Name of the waterproofing membrane manufacturer and inclusion of copies of
technical data relating to system.
b. Name of Sub-Contractor – (if sub-contracted).
c. Information of current or similar jobs completed during the previous 5 years and
details of Quality Control Procedures adopted.
5.1.6 Warranty
Submit the warranty upon completion of the works.
5.2.1 Samples
For each system type specified provide samples of each component to permit
approval of material quality, thickness, finishes and profile.
5.2.2 Mock-ups
Within timeframe as directed, provide mock-up panel of sufficient size to permit
approval of the intended construction. Include the following elements where
applicable:
a. Typical composition of roof system
b. Upstand
c. Vent pipes / other building services protrusions
d. Rainwater outlet
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5.3.1 Inspections
Carry out inspections at the following stages, ensuring that the work is carry out in a
proper and orderly manner:
a. Preparation of the slab deck, ready for the application of
the waterproofing membrane.
b. Application of the waterproofing membrane.
c. Commencement of any required testing, on or off site.
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