ACI 524R-16 PDF Download

ACI 524R-16 is a guide that provides detailed information on the process of applying Portland cement-based plaster. It covers various aspects such as materials prequalification, recommended tools and equipment, mixture proportions, application procedures, different types of finishes, troubleshooting and repair techniques.

The guide is intended for a wide range of professionals including architects, engineers, designers, specification writers, contractors, plasterers, laboratory personnel, and public authorities. It emphasizes that the plastering processes and properties using Portland cement differ significantly from those used in the concrete trade.

The guide highlights that the equipment, curing methods, substrate preparation, mixture design components, application techniques, finishing methods, and crack control methods for plastering are specific to this trade and cannot be directly applied to concrete work. It also emphasizes the importance of understanding the differences in terminology between plastering and concrete practices.