Specifications

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NLUO PMC CONTRACTOR
SIGNATURE AND SEAL SIGNATURE AND SEAL SIGNATURE AND SEAL
After application of first coat of putty, the surface shall be allowed to dry for 24 hours. sand papering shall then be done to give
smooth surface.
Subsequent applications of putty and sand papering shall be done till the Engineer is satisfied about final surface, which should be
absolutely even, leveled and smooth.
Primer application
Primer should be a chromate or zinc phosphate (pigmented in alkali or phenolic medium of approved make) or as per manufacturer's
specification. These tins should be opened in presence of the Engineer. Before applying primer on the surface, its consistency must be
approved by the Engineer and shall be same as specified by the manufacturer. Primer should be applied with smooth brushes on
surface to cover entire surface properly. There should be no brush marks, stripes, etc. when applied on the surface. This surface should
be allowed to dry at least for 24 hours before next application.
On the surface so prepared, two coats of acrylic/synthetic enamel paint of selected shade shall be applied only after inspection by the
Engineer. A horizontal and vertical travel of brush together will be considered as one coat of paint. Each coat of paint shall be applied
only after inspection of Engineer. No brush marks shall be visible on the surface at the end of final coat. Final surface shall be smooth,
even or roller finish and uniform in colour and texture
The surface shall be thoroughly cleaned and dusted . All rust, dirt, scales, smoke and grease shall be thoroughly removed
before painting is started. The prepared surface shall have received the approval of the Consultant /Owner after inspection,
before painting is commenced.
APPLICATION :
Before pouring into smaller container for use, the paint shall be stirred thoroughly in the containers. When applying also, the
paint shall be continuously stirred in the smaller container so that its consistency is kept uniform. If for any reasons , thinning