“This Method Statement for Marble Flooring Work describes the standard procedure for installation of Marble or Granite flooring using adhesive in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, and relevant codes.”
1. Purpose
The purpose of this Method Statement for Marble Flooring is to define the sequence, materials, manpower, safety, quality control measures, and workmanship requirements for Marble and Granite flooring works. This procedure applies to all Engineers, Supervisors, QC personnel, and workers involved in the activity.
2. Scope of Work
This Method Statement covers the installation of Marble and Granite flooring across all designated areas as per approved drawings. The scope includes material supply, handling, installation, grouting, finishing, and protection of completed works.
The scope includes:
- Supply of approved stone materials.
- Surface preparation and layout.
- Fixing of stone slabs/tiles.
- Grouting of joints.
- Polishing, buffing, and finishing.
- Final cleaning and protection.
3. References & Standards
- IS 1122 – True Specific Gravity of Natural Building Stones
- IS 1124 – Water Absorption and Porosity
- IS 1130 – Marble (Block, Slab & Tiles)
- IS 3316 – Specification for Structural Granite
- IS 14223 (Part 1) – Polished Building Stones
- CPWD Specifications Volume 1 & 2
- IS 4082 – Storage of Construction Materials
- IS 2250 – Masonry Mortars
- IS 269 / 8112 / 12269 – OPC 33/43/53 Grade Cement
4. Resources
4.1 Materials
- Italian Marble
- Granite slab
- Approved adhesives/mortars
- Grouts and polishing compounds
4.2 Manpower
- Project Engineer
- Site Engineers
- Supervisors
- Foremen
- QC Inspectors
- Skilled Masons
- Helpers
- Safety Officer
5. Safety Precautions
- Ensure all workers have proper PPE (gloves, helmets, goggles, safety shoes).
- Stack stone slabs safely; maximum height 1.5 m.
- Ensure scaffolding is stable, braced, and inspected regularly.
- Maintain clear walkways free from mortar, debris, and waste.
- Manual lifting is to be done only by trained workers.
- Prohibit throwing debris from heights.
- Barricade openings and edges; use safety belts.
6. Responsibilities
The Project Manager/Construction Manager is responsible for the full execution of this method statement. Site Engineers shall ensure proper layout, supervision, and adherence to quality. QC Engineers shall inspect materials and verify compliance. Safety officers shall enforce safety measures.
7. Pre-Construction Requirements
- The latest approved Good for Construction (GFC) drawings must be available.
- Approved shop drawings with marked levels and details.
- Approved material samples stored for reference.
- Verification of substrate levels and dimensions.
8. Equipment & Tools
- 1/4-inch notched trowel
- Drill machine
- Rubber mallet
- Grout float & sponge
- Grinding and polishing machine
- Diamond hole saws
- Measuring tape & T-square
- Cutter Machine
- Hand Grinder
- Saw blades
- Chisel tool & Hammer
- Floor Polishing Machine
- Diamond Discs, tools, and pads
- Clamps with a thread
- Steel Scale Dust Extractors
9. Inspection of Materials
All slabs and tiles shall meet the tolerance requirements as follows:
| Type | Length (cm) | Width (cm) | Thickness (mm) |
| Slabs | 70–250 | 30–100 | 16–18 |
| Tiles | 10–60 | 10–60 | 8–16 |
All materials must comply with IS standards, approved samples, and must be inspected for color variation, cracks, chipping, and dimensional accuracy.
10. Work Procedure
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