5.1 Name ONE type of plaster finish that can be applied to brick walls - NSC Civil Technology Construction - Question 5 - 2019 - Paper 1
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5.1 Name ONE type of plaster finish that can be applied to brick walls.
5.2 State the first step before plastering an internal wall two weeks after it has been buil... show full transcript
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5.1 Name ONE type of plaster finish that can be applied to brick walls.
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One type of plaster finish that can be applied to brick walls is Smooth plaster finish.
Step 2
5.2 State the first step before plastering an internal wall two weeks after it has been built.
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The first step before plastering an internal wall two weeks after it has been built is to wet the wall thoroughly.
Step 3
5.3 State ONE property of good plaster.
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One property of good plaster is that it is cohesive.
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5.4 State the average thickness of screed.
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The average thickness of screed is typically between 15 mm to 40 mm.
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5.5.1 Name A to D.
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A - Brick/Pavers/Cement paver
B - Bedding/Sand/Bedding sand/Screed
C - Base (mass concrete)
D - Damp proof membrane/DPM/Plastic sheeting.
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5.5.2 Give ONE reason why construction failure can occur in paved areas.
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Construction failure can occur in paved areas due to insufficient bond between the bottom of the paver and the edge of the sub-base.
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5.6 Use ANSWER SHEET 5.6 and draw ONE brick course of the cavity wall with a wall tie.
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To accurately draw the cavity wall with a dead end, ensure to include a clear representation of both the outer and inner skins of the wall, along with a visible wall tie.
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5.7 Use ANSWER SHEET 5.7 and draw to scale 1:5 a horizontal sectional view through a face brick wall.
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In the drawing, incorporate elements such as the frame stiles, window sill, DPC, and ensure all components are drawn to the specified scale for clarity.
