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and now i also want to provide the net inside of the tank so it act as one body in EQ. Is that idea ok? if yes then what should be the size of that net. The size of tank is 8' X 9' X 5'
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There is tank made of stone masonary and platered all inside and tank is damged in EQ and now water leaks from it...I suggested that if we do its plaster inside only it will get ok and water wont leak out. what do u say? thank u
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Dear Adnan,

It's not the plastering which counts; it's the materials that you use to plaster the inner walls with.

You need a water proofing agent to be used in accordance with the manufacturers' recommendations.

Hope this helps!

Dr. A. Jarkas

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Dear Mr. Adnan,

I have received your question on December 04 and answered you on December 05, thus I don't understand your position on the timing issue!

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Dr. A. Jarkas

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