Construction Tips
Ferro cement walls are fire resistant.
* It can also resist termites.
* Ferro cement walls are weather proof but a coating of quality paint can make it durable.
* Cracks in cement can be sealed with a coating of watery cement solution after wetting the surface.
* Edge thickness of minimum 150mm for footing and salts should be provided.
* Reinforcement should be designed for the load and moment requirement.
* Clear cover should be 75mm from corrosion prevention point of view.
* Unless special calculations are made for the eccentricity, the footing should be symmetrical
with respect to column / wall axis
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