1 SECTION INCLUDES A. Surface preparation. B. Field application of paints. C. Materials for backpriming woodwork. D. Scope: Finish interior surfaces exposed to view, unless fully factory-finished and unless otherwise indicated, including the following: 1. Both sides and edges of plywood backboards for electrical and telecom equipment before installing equipment. 2. Prime surfaces to receive wall coverings. Coordinate with Section 097200 for specified primer. 3. Mechanical and Electrical: a. In finished areas, paint shop-primed items. b. Paint interior surfaces of air ducts that are visible through grilles and louvers with one coat of flat black paint to visible surfaces. c. Paint dampers exposed behind louvers, grilles, to match face panels. d. Paint disconnect switches for fire alarm system and exit light systems in "red" enamel, (EPS-4) unless factory finished in specified color. E. Do Not Paint or Finish the Following Items: 1. Items factory-finished unless otherwise indicated; materials and products having factory- applied primers are not considered factory finished. 2. Items indicated to receive other finishes. 3. Items indicated to remain unfinished. 4. Fire rating labels, equipment serial number and capacity labels, bar code labels, and operating parts of equipment. 5. Stainless steel, anodized aluminum, bronze, terne coated stainless steel, and lead items. 6. Marble, granite, slate, and other natural stones. 7. Floors, unless specifically indicated. 8. Ceramic and other tiles. 9. Brick, architectural concrete, cast stone, integrally colored plaster and stucco. 10. Glass. 11. Acoustical materials, unless specifically indicated. 12. Concealed pipes, ducts, and conduits.