4.10.3 - Case Study 3: Cement Plaster with Waterproofing Additives – Coastal Housing Scheme, Kerala
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What type of plaster was used in the Coastal Housing Scheme?
💡 Hint: Think about the applications of plastering in areas with high moisture.
What issue does capillary action cause in buildings?
💡 Hint: Remember how moisture movement influences building integrity.
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What was the main purpose of using waterproofing additives in the Coastal Housing Scheme?
💡 Hint: Think about the environmental challenges these buildings face.
True or False: Efflorescence occurs due to moisture movement in masonry.
💡 Hint: Consider how substances react to water over time.
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Design a theoretical plastering process for a building in a tropical environment, including materials and techniques that could mitigate moisture problems.
💡 Hint: Think about how moisture affects buildings.
Evaluate and propose a post-construction maintenance strategy for coastal buildings using waterproofing technologies.
💡 Hint: Consider the environmental exposure over time.
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