Specifications Vapor Barrier/Dampproofing (Ecodamp)
Specifications Vapor Barrier/Dampproofing (Ecodamp)
Specifications Vapor Barrier/Dampproofing (Ecodamp)
PART 1 – GENERAL
A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary
Conditions and Division 1 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.
1.2 SUMMARY
B. Related Sections: The following Sections contain requirements that relate to this Section:
1. Division 4 Section “Masonry” for concrete unit masonry placement, curing, and
finishing.
2. Division 4 Section “Masonry” for masonry restoration and cleaning.
A. General: Provide a vapor barrier and dampproofing system that prevents the passage of
moisture in the absence of hydrostatic pressure and complies with physical requirements
as demonstrated by testing performed by an independent testing agency of manufacturer’s
current dampproofing formulations and system design.
1.4 SUBMITTALS
A. Submit Product Data for each type of vapor barrier/dampproofing specified, including
manufacturer’s printed instructions for evaluating, preparing, and treating the substrate,
technical data, and tested physical and performance properties.
B. Project Data - Submit Shop Drawings showing locations and extent of vapor
barrier/dampproofing, including details for substrate joints and cracks, sheet flashing,
penetrations, and other termination conditions.
C. Field Sample: Apply vapor barrier/dampproofing system field sample to 30 sq./ft. (2.8
sq./m.) of deck or wall to demonstrate surface preparation, joint and crack treatment,
thickness, texture, and standard of workmanship.
1. Notify Architect one week in advance of the dates and times when field sample will be
prepared.
2. If Architect determines that field sample, does not meet requirements; reapply vapor
barrier/dampproofing material until field sample is approved.
3. Retain and maintain approved field sample during construction in an undisturbed
condition as a standard for judging the completed vapor barrier/dampproofing material.
An undamaged field sample may become part of the completed Work.
C. Remove and replace material that cannot be applied within its stated shelf life.
1.7 PROJECT CONDITIONS
A. Protect all adjacent areas not to be applied to. Where necessary, apply masking to
prevent staining of surfaces to remain exposed wherever membrane abuts to other finish
surfaces.
B. Perform work only when existing and forecasted weather conditions are within
manufacturer’s recommendations for the material and application method used.
C. Minimum clearance of 24 inches is required for application of product. For areas with less
than 24-inch clearance, the product may be applied by hand.
E. All plumbing, electrical, mechanical and structural items to be under or passing through the
vapor barrier/dampproofing membrane shall be positively secured in their proper positions
and appropriately protected prior to membrane application.
1.8 WARRANTY
A. General Warranty: The special warranty specified in this Article shall not deprive the
Owner of other rights the Owner may have under other provisions of the Contract
Documents, and shall be in addition to, and run concurrent with, other warranties made by
the Contractor under requirements of the Contract Documents.
PART 2 – PRODUCTS
2.1 MANUFACTURERS
1. Spray-Applied ECODAMP.
2. Detailing-mastic ECOLINE-T.
3. Repair–grout QUIK-SET.
A. Sheet Flashing: 60-mil reinforced modified asphalt sheet good with double-sided adhesive.
C. Repair grout: QUIK-SET a rapid curing, high-build mortar joint repair material.
D. Joint Detailing Sealant Mastic: ECOLINE-T, a high viscosity polymer modified water based
asphalt material.
PART 3 – EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION
A. Examine substrates, areas, and conditions under which vapor barrier/dampproofing
materials will be applied, with Installer present, for compliance with requirements. Do not
proceed with installation until unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.
B. Mask off adjoining surfaces not receiving the vapor barrier/dampproofing to prevent
spillage or over-spray affecting other construction.
C. Close off deck drains and other deck penetrations to prevent spillage and migration of
fluids.
D. Remove grease, oil, form release agents, paints, and other penetrating contaminants from
concrete.
E. Remove fins, ridges, and other projections and fill honeycomb, aggregate pockets, grout
joints, tie holes, and other voids with ECOLINE-T, hydraulic cement, or rapid-set grout.
B. Apply two coats of ECOLINE-T (30 mil each) and embed a joint reinforcing strip in
preparation coat and apply a second coat over embedded joint reinforcing strip ensuring
its complete saturation and covering.
A. Prepare, treat, rout, and fill joints and cracks in substrate according to ASTM C 898 and
dampproofing manufacturer’s recommendations. Remove dust and dirt from joints and
cracks complying with ASTM D 4258 prior to coating surfaces.
B. Vertical - Apply two coats of ECOLINE-T mastic, 6 inches on each side of joint and embed
a joint reinforcing strip in preparation coat and apply a second coat over embedded joint
reinforcing strip ensuring to complete saturation and covering.
3.5 VAPOR BARRIER/DAMPPROOFING APPLICATION
E. Apply one spray coat of ECODAMP to obtain a seamless membrane free of entrapped
gases, with an average dry film thickness of 20 mils (1.0 mm) and a minimum dry film
thickness of 15 mils (.875 mm) at any point.
G. Verify film thickness of vapor barrier/dampproofing membrane every 100 sq./ft. (9.3
sq./m.).
A. Membrane may be checked for coverage with a lightly oiled, needle nose depth gauge,
taking four (4) readings over a one square inch area, every 500 square feet. Record the
minimum reading. Mark the test area for repair.
B. Test areas are to be patched over with ECODAMP to a 35- mil minimum dry thickness,
extending a minimum of one-inch (1”) beyond the test perimeter.
B. Clean spillage and soiling from adjacent construction using cleaning agents and
procedures recommended by manufacturer of affected construction.