3.7.4
[_____] Finish
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NOTE: Add information where special type of finish
is desired. See ACI 301 for information on smooth
rubbed finish, grout cleaned finish, cork floated
finish, and exposed aggregate. Areas requiring
special finish should be clearly indicated on the
drawings and coordinated with the specifications.
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Provide concrete indicated with a [_____] finish as follows:
[_____].
[3.7.5
Surface Finish Samples
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NOTE: Include when either job complexity or
aesthetics justify the additional cost associated
with these requirements.
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Provide a minimum of three sample concrete panels for each finish for each
mix design, one by one m, 75 mm (3 by 3 feet, 3 inches) 3 by 3 feet, 3
inches thick. Use the approved concrete mix design(s). Provide sample
panels on-site at locations directed. Once approved, each set of panels
shall be representative of each of the finishes specified and shall be
representative of the workmanship and finish(es) required. Do not remove
or destroy samples until directed by the Contracting Officer.
]3.8
FLOOR, SLAB, AND PAVEMENT FINISHES AND MISCELLANEOUS CONSTRUCTION
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NOTE: Include these paragraphs where floor flatness
is not critical. Coordinate concrete finish with
applicable architectural finish material to be
installed over concrete floor. For thin-set tile,
coordinate with Section 09310, "Ceramic Tile."
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ACI 302.1R, unless otherwise specified. Slope floors uniformly to drains
where drains are provided. [Depress the concrete base slab where quarry
tile, ceramic tile, [or] [_____] are indicated.] [Steel trowel and
fine-broom finish concrete slabs that are to receive quarry tile, ceramic
tile, or paver tile [_____].] Where straightedge measurements are
specified, Contractor shall provide straightedge.
3.8.1
Finish
Place, consolidate, and immediately strike off concrete to obtain proper
contour, grade, and elevation before bleedwater appears. Permit concrete
to attain a set sufficient for floating and supporting the weight of the
finisher and equipment. If bleedwater is present prior to floating the
surface, drag the excess water off or remove by absorption with porous
materials. Do not use dry cement to absorb bleedwater.
3.8.1.1
Scratched
Use for surfaces intended to receive bonded applied cementitious
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