Case 2
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Introduction
Type of Building: Public building
The surfaces of fresh cement, asbestos cement and plaster are alkaline. Paint usually consist of oils which are really esters, and certain acids and acidic decomposition products. When the alkalies come into contact with the esters and acids, and in the presence of water, saponification will take place.