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Spalling on Surface Due To Corroded Reinforcement

Type of Building: Public Residential

Spalling is a severe defect which involves the corrosion of the reinforcement, the corrosion will cause weakening of the reinforcement and thus pose threats to the structural integrity of a building.

Though this seldom occur during the earlier stages of a building life cycle, it must be considered and prevented due to its serious implications.