Straw bale construction – plaster cracking/deterioration
Listed under: Exterior, plaster and fibrous plaster, earthquakes, cladding, walls, wind, wall cladding, straw bale construction
Cause
Shrinkage as a result of incorrect plaster mix and/or inadequate curing
Repair
- remove damaged plaster; re-plaster to match existing
- where it is suspected that the building may be leaking and there is a risk of damage, contact a straw building specialist for advice
Cause
Building movement or settlement
Repair
- remove damaged plaster; re-plaster to match existing
- where it is suspected that the building may be leaking and there is a risk of damage, contact a straw building specialist for advice
Cause
Building subjected to vibration movement such as earthquake, high wind
Repair
- remove damaged plaster; re-plaster to match existing
- where it is suspected that the building may be leaking and there is a risk of damage, contact a straw building specialist for advice