Step-by-Step Guide to Executing Wall Mesh Plaster in Construction Projects
Step-by-Step Guide to Executing Wall Mesh Plaster in Construction Projects
Introduction to Structural Engineering Developments and Wall Reinforcement Systems
In recent years, Iran's construction industry has witnessed dramatic changes in safety standards and earthquake regulations. Non-structural walls and infills have always been recognized as one of the most vulnerable components during an earthquake. The collapse of these walls not only causes heavy financial losses but also creates irreparable loss of life. For this reason, supervising and calculating engineers are looking for alternative solutions to traditional methods such as angle bracing. The wall mesh plaster technology, as a modern, lightweight, and highly efficient solution, has found a special place in construction projects.
At Novin Wall Mesh Department, by providing specialized and engineered products, we have taken a major step toward enhancing the sustainability of non-structural walls. Using this system not only significantly reduces the dead load of the building but also drastically speeds up project execution. To better understand this topic, we recommend taking a look at the specialized article The Role of Wall Mesh Plaster in Improving the Behavior of Brick Infill Walls to familiarize yourself with its operational details.
In this comprehensive article, we intend to examine all the execution steps of this system from scratch so that contractors and employers can advance their projects with sufficient knowledge.
Key Points in Substrate Surface Preparation
Before beginning any execution operations related to wall mesh plaster, subsurface preparation and wall surface preparation are of vital importance. Any contamination, grease, dust, or loose mortar on the wall can severely reduce the adhesion of subsequent layers. Therefore, thoroughly cleaning the wall surface with appropriate tools and, if necessary, washing it with water is considered one of the first execution steps.
In addition to cleaning, the surface of clay or block walls must have appropriate roughness so that the mortar and plaster adhere well to it. Executing engineers must note that before installing the fiberglass mesh, all potential joints and cracks on the wall should be filled with suitable mortar. The execution quality of this stage directly affects the final durability of the system. Also, reviewing How to Evaluate the Skills of the Execution Team in a Wall Mesh Plaster Project? helps employers ensure the expertise of their execution team.
The following table shows a general comparison of preparing different surfaces:
| Wall Type | Required Action | Key Point |
|---|---|---|
| Brick | Cleaning and dampening | Preventing rapid absorption of mortar water |
| Concrete block | Removing mortar debris | Creating a uniform surface |
| Clay | Filling joints with mortar | Using primer if necessary |