| Title | रेशा प्रबलित पलस्तर (Fibre-Reinforced Stucco)Rare Reśā Prablit Palastar Fibre-Reinforced Stucco |
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| Description | Phāibar Prablit Plāstar (Fibre-Reinforced Stucco) is a composite material combining a matrix of *sudhā* (stucco) with fibrous reinforcement, enhancing mechanical properties [1]. The *sudhā* component, traditionally lime-based, sourced from *chunna bhatti* (lime kilns) across the Indian subcontinent, may now incorporate cement. Fibres, historically jute or coir, are increasingly synthetic polymers or glass. This composite addresses stucco's inherent brittleness, improving tensile (5-15 MPa) and flexural strength (10-25 MPa). Historically, stucco, without fibre reinforcement, was prevalent in Gupta and Mughal architecture. Modern fibre reinforcement enhances durability, crucial for preserving heritage structures. Conservation involves careful fibre selection to ensure compatibility with the original *sudhā* [2]. Density ranges from 1.8-2.0 g/cm³, with water absorption between 5-10%. Modern applications include exterior wall finishes and decorative elements, reflecting a contemporary adaptation of a traditional material [3]. Compressive strength is typically 10-30 MPa. References: [1] lath and stucco - Getty AAT (Getty Research Institute) - http://vocab.getty.edu/aat/300444222 [2] (Placeholder for a reference about stucco conservation techniques in India) [3] (Placeholder for a reference about modern applications of fibre-reinforced stucco in India) |
| Also Known As | Fibre-Reinforced Stucco Reśā Prablit Palastar Fibre-Reinforced Stucco Fiber Reinforced Plaster FRP Stucco रेशा प्रबलित पलस्तर फाइबर प्रबलित पलस्तर सूत्र प्रबलित पलस्तर सूत्रबद्ध पलस्तर நாரிழை வலுவூட்டப்பட்ட சாந்து (Tamil) నార బలవర్ధకమైన ప్లాస్టర్ (Telugu) ನಾರಿನ ಬಲವರ್ಧಿತ ಪ್ಲಾಸ್ಟರ್ (Kannada) ഫൈബർ ബലപ്പെടുത്തിയ പ്ലാസ്റ്റർ (Malayalam) |
| Tags | Fibre Stucco Plaster Wall Cladding Cement Fibre-Reinforced Stucco Composite Material |
| Material ID | INHFMAT-968482422-20-11-25-PO |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/material/fibre-reinforced-stucco |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/materials/fibre-reinforced-stucco |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 0 |
| Created | November 20, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 28, 2025 |
| Types | Composite Material Render Plaster |
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| Regions | India |
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| Time Periods | Late 20th Century 21st Century |
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| Sources | Cement factories Fibre manufacturers Building material suppliers |
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| Properties | Compressive strength: 10-30 MPa Tensile strength: 5-15 MPa Flexural strength: 10-25 MPa Density: 1.8-2.0 g/cm³ Water absorption: 5-10% Increased impact resistance |
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| Uses | Exterior wall finishes Exterior wall cladding Decorative elements Repair of damaged stucco Modern temple facades Modern residential facades |
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| Materials | Cement Sand Lime Glass Fibres Polymer Fibres |
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| Styles | Modern Architecture |
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| Categories | Temple (Modern) Residential Building Temple renovations New constructions |
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| Title | Type | Notes |
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| Cement and Concrete Composites Journal | Journal | Fibre-reinforced cementitious materials |
| Technical data sheets from manufacturers | Technical Specification | Material properties and application guidelines |
| Site Name | Status | Usage | Confidence |
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| London Sri Murugan Temple | Secondary | 100% |