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Durability of Masonry Mortar Durability of masonry mortar 67
| Content Provider | Semantic Scholar |
|---|---|
| Copyright Year | 2007 |
| Abstract | INTRODUCTION The majority of masonry structures exhibit excellent long-term performance with comparatively low maintenance cost. Durability of a masonry structure is influenced by many factors including the durability of both the masonry units and mortar, as well as proper installation of a damp proof course; the durability of the mortar contributes significantly to the overall durability. Mortars used in masonry structures exposed to aggressive environments are designed to resist a range of possible physical and chemical degradations. The physical forms of degradation may be caused by abrasion from wind action, salt crystallisation and freeze-thaw action; the chemical form of deterioration is usually caused by reactions with soluble salts. In Australia, masonry degradation is more likely to occur as a result of the physical effects of salt crystallisation or abrasion from wind action1. To assess the potential long-term performance of masonry mortar, a durability test, based on a controlled scratching of the mortar surface, has been successfully developed2. Durability of Masonry Mortar Durability of masonry mortar 67 |
| File Format | PDF HTM / HTML |
| Alternate Webpage(s) | https://www.ccaa.com.au/imis_prod/documents/Library%20Documents/CCAA%20Datasheets/TN67-2007Durability%20masonry%20mortarTBR.pdf |
| Language | English |
| Access Restriction | Open |
| Content Type | Text |
| Resource Type | Article |
