Abstract:It is essential the study of restoration mortars on historical construction, because these must provide protection against harmful agents and must be sacrificable, not to cause damage on the primitive materials in case of removal by a new valorization. Repair mortars must have physical, chemical and mechanical compatibility with the substrate where they are applied and their mechanical strength must be similar to that of the wall where they are applied. The presence of water generates serious deterioration in … Show more
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