Comparative Analysis of Normal Plaster and Ready-Mix Plaster

Comparative Analysis of Normal Plaster and Ready-Mix Plaster

Pranap Pardhi1, Pratik Suryawanshi2, Rohit Wankhede3, Tanmay Belkhede4, Mr. Aaquib Ansari5

1,2,3,4 UG. Student, Department of Civil Engineering, G. H. Raisoni College of Engineering and Management Nagpur, India

5 Assistant Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, G. H. Raisoni College of Engineering and Management Nagpur, India

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ABSTRACT - This study offers an in-depth comparison between traditional plaster and modern ready-mix plaster, both of which are commonly used in construction. The paper explores various characteristics of these materials, such as their composition, application techniques, properties, and environmental effects. Traditional plaster, typically made from a mixture of cement, sand, and water, has been a fundamental material in construction for centuries. The process of making this plaster traditionally involves combining the ingredients on-site, which can be labour-intensive and sometimes lead to variations in quality. In contrast, ready-mix plaster is delivered to the construction site as a pre-prepared mixture. It often contains additional components like polymers and fibres, which improve its overall performance.

Key Words:  traditional plaster, RMC, sulphonated naphthalene formaldehyde, bagasse ash.