Crack treatment
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6. Crack treatment

To remedy an existing crack with the greatest chance of success, it is essential to know its origin and to diagnose its evolution. Cracking can have three origins.

6.1 Crack types

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6.1.1 Shrinkage cracks

All materials based on hydraulic binders produce more or less significant, localized or distributed shrinkage during drying. 80% of shrinkage occurs within 8 days of application. The remaining 20% develops slowly. The extent of shrinkage cracking varies according to cement quality, mortar...

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