Building Facades : A Guide to Common Defects in Tropical Climates

by Chew, Michael Y. L.; Kang, Laura Hyun Yi; Wong, C. W.

• ISBN13: 9789810234171
• ISBN10: 9810234171
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 1998-03-01
• Publisher: World Scientific Pub Co Inc

Summary

Much attention has been given to the increasing number of defects on building facades in relation to the construction industry's growing use of large panel curtain walls. This book highlights the various types of defects commonly found on building facades under tropical conditions. The facade elements discussed include natural stone, glass, metal sheeting, plaster and filing. The causes of defects, such as poor workmanship, inadequate design and maintenance, inappropriate use of materials and the action of environmental agents, are evaluated. The typical problems highlighted include cracking, water penetration, misalignment, sealant defects, discoloration, staining, efflorescence, corrosion and tile delamination. The causes of these defects and their implications for design, construction and maintenance are described. Illustrated with many photographs, this book will be a useful guide both to practising professionals and to undergraduate and graduate students.

Table of Contents

Foreword	v	(2)
Preface	vii
1. Common Defects and their Causes	1	(10)
2. Cracking	11	(6)
3. Staining/Discolouration/Erosion	17	(10)
4. Sealant Failures	27	(12)
5. Efflorescence	39	(6)
6. Rising Damp/Water Penetration	45	(8)
7. Corrosion	53	(4)
8. Buckling/Deflection	57	(6)
9. Tile/Plaster Delamination	63	(6)
References	69