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1805.2.2.1 Surface Preparation of Walls

FBC, Building 2014 > 18 Soils and Foundations > 1805 Dampproofing and Waterproofing > 1805.2 Dampproofing > 1805.2.2 Walls > 1805.2.2.1 Surface Preparation of Walls

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Prior to application of dampproofing materials on concrete walls, holes and recesses resulting from the removal of form ties shall be sealed with a bituminous material or other approved methods or materials. Unit masonry walls shall be parged on the exterior surface below ground level with not less than ³/₈ inch (9.5 mm) of Portland cement mortar. The parging shall be coved at the footing.

Exception: Parging of unit masonry walls is not required where a material is approved for direct application to the masonry.

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