Architectural Specifications

Product Guide Specification

Specifier Notes: This product guide specification is written according to the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) Format, including MasterFormat, SectionFormat, and PageFormat, contained in the CSI Manual of Practice.

The section must be carefully reviewed and edited by the Architect to meet the requirements of the project and local building code. Coordinate this section with other specification sections and the drawings.

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SECTION 07195

RESTORATIVE AND PROTECTIVE SURFACE TREATMENTS

Specifier Notes: This section covers Diamon-Fusion Hawaii, Inc. “Diamon-Fusion 2" restorative and protective surface treatments for restoration of existing surfaces and protection of new surfaces of glass, ceramic tile, porcelain, granite, matte finish cultured marble, and other silica-based materials. The restorative and protective surface treatments create surfaces that are water-repellent, stain-resistant, scratch-resistant, and impact-resistant.

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PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

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A. Restorative Treatment of Existing Surfaces:

    1. Glass.
    2. Glass shower and tub doors.
    3. Etched/sandblasted glass.
    4. Ceramic tile.
    5. Granite countertops.
    6. Matte finish cultured marble countertops.
    7. Glass railings and windscreens.
    8. Mirrors.
    9. Porcelain sinks and toilets.
    10. Skylights.
    11. Fiberglass.
    12. Stainless steel.
    13. Aluminum.

B. Protective Treatment of New Surfaces:

    1. Glass.
    2. Glass shower and tub doors.
    3. Etched/sandblasted glass.
    4. Ceramic tile.
    5. Granite countertops.
    6. Matte finish cultured marble countertops.
    7. Glass railings and windscreens.
    8. Mirrors.
    9. Porcelain sinks and toilets.
    10. Skylights.

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1.2 RELATED SECTIONS

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A. Section 04410 - Stone Materials: Granite countertops.

B. Section 05050 - Metal Materials.

C. Section 05520 - Tempered glass railing assemblies.

D. Section 06600 - Plastic Fabrications: Matte finish cultured marble countertops.

E. Section 08600 - Skylights.

F. Section 08810 - Glass.

G. Section 08830 - Mirrors.

H. Section 08890 - Glazing Restoration.

I. Section 09310 - Ceramic Tile.

J. Section 09750 - Stone Facing: Interior granite walls.

K. Section 10810 - Toilet Accessories: Metal-framed mirrors.

L. Section 10820 - Bath Accessories: Glass shower and tub doors.

M. Section 12170 - Art Glass: Etched and stained glass windows and screens.

N. Section 15410 - Plumbing Fixtures: Porcelain sinks and toilets.

1.3 REFERENCES

Specifier Notes: List standards referenced in this section, complete with designations and titles. This article does not require compliance with standards, but is merely a listing of those used.

A. ASTM B 117 - Operating Salt Spray (Fog) Apparatus.

B. ASTM G 53 - Operating Light- and Water-Exposure Apparatus (Fluorescent UV-Condensation Type) for Exposure of Nonmetallic Materials.

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1.4 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

A. Process Description: Restorative and protective surface treatments of imbedding an optically clear layer of material into microscopic ridges and valleys present in most silica-based surfaces, and then capping end of molecule chain to increase repellency and durability.

B. Application Methods:

    1. Chemical vapor deposition.
    2. Wipe-on.
    3. Spray.

C. Restorative and protective surface treatments reduce maintenance by preventing minerals from sticking to surfaces by reduction of surface tension.

D. Creates treated surfaces with hydrophobic properties:

    1. Water-repellent.
    2. Stain-resistant.
    3. Scratch-resistant.
    4. Impact-resistant.
    5. Graffiti-resistant.

E. Properly maintained restorative and protective surface treatments shall last a minimum of 5 years from date of application.

1.5 SUBMITTALS

A. Comply with requirements of Section 01330 - Submittal Procedures.

B. Product Data: Submit manufacturer's product data, including application instructions.

C. Test Reports: Submit manufacturer’s test reports from testing performed by an independent laboratory.

    1. Salt spray test, ASTM B 117.
    2. UV radiation test, ASTM G 53 modified.
    3. Contact angle.
    4. Coefficient of friction with glass indenter wet.
    5. Load required to damage glass.

D. Warranty: Submit manufacturer’s standard warranty.

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1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Applicator’s Qualifications:

  1. Experienced with application techniques.
  2. Approved and licensed by manufacturer.

1.7 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Delivery: Deliver materials to site in manufacturer's original, unopened containers and packaging, with labels clearly indicating manufacturer, material, batch or lot number, and date of manufacture.

B. Storage: Store materials in a dry area indoors, protected from damage, and in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. Keep containers sealed until ready for use.

C. Handling: Protect materials during handling and application to prevent damage or contamination.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUFACTURER

A. Diamon-Fusion Hawaii, Inc., 27132B Paseo Espada, Suite 1226, San Juan Capistrano, California 92675. Toll Free (800) 213-0793. Phone (949) 388-8000. Fax (949) 388-3299.

2.2 MATERIALS

A. Protective Surface Treatment: Diamon-Fusion 2.

  1. Salt Spray Test, ASTM B 117, 504 Exposure Hours: Treated glass surface did not fade, peel, haze, or chip, and remained more water repellent than untreated glass surface.
  2. UV Radiation Test, ASTM G 53 Modified, 672 Exposure Hours: Treated glass surface did not show evidence of coating degradation such as yellowing, crazing, haze, loss of adhesion, or loss of abrasion resistance.

    a. Contact Angle: After 672 hours of accelerated aging, equal to approximately 4 years, contact angle reduced from 106 degrees to 68 degrees in treated glass sample.

  3. 3. Contact Angle:

    a. Treated Glass: 106 degrees. (Additional testing shows as high as 118 degrees

    b. Untreated Glass: 14 degrees.

  4. Coefficient of Friction With Glass Indenter Wet: 0.13.
  5. Load Required to Damage Glass: Weight of a debris particle required to damage a piece of glass treated with protective surface treatment shall be a minimum of 10 times heavier than weight required to damage an untreated piece of glass.

B. Restoration Product: Diamon-Fusion Ultimate Restoration Powder.

Specifier Notes: Stage 1 corrosion is defined as corrosion caused by mineral stains and impurities imbedded in and on the surface of glass through an ion exchange that can be removed from the surface without grinding.

  1. Removes Stage 1 corrosion and mineral deposits before application of protective surface treatment.

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PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Examine surfaces to receive restorative and protective surface treatments. Notify Architect of conditions that would adversely affect application or subsequent performance of treatments. Do not proceed with application until unsatisfactory conditions are corrected.

3.2 SURFACE PREPARATION

A. Clean and inspect for damage surfaces to receive restorative and protective surface treatments in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

3.3 APPLICATION

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A. Apply restorative and protective surface treatments for [restoration of existing surfaces and] protection of new surfaces in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.

B. Apply restorative and protective surface treatments by chemical vapor deposition, wipe-on, or spray in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

Specifier Notes: Specify one of the following two sentences. Consult Diamon-Fusion Hawaiifor additional information.

Applying the surface treatments in a fixed-site chamber at the applicator’s shop provides better quality control, better efficiency, and lower cost. The surface treatments may be field applied by a licensed applicator.

C. [Apply restorative and protective surface treatments in a fixed-site chamber at applicator’s shop.] [Field apply restorative and protective surface treatments.]

D. Do not add thinners to materials.

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