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• Ferro-cement walls are fire-resistant.

•  Can also resist termites.

• Ferro-cement walls are water-proof and a coating of quality paint can make it durable.

• Cracks in cement walls can be sealed with a coating of watery cement solution after wetting the surface.

• No dry cement should be sprinkled to absorb moisture.

• All cold joints should be avoided.

• Formwork should be moistened before you start the concrete work.

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