ls99
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A question for those with good understanding of chemistry.
I am planning to use whitewash on the inside and outside of a cement block building.
Having read virtually all I could find on the mixing and use of lime both hydrated and quick, in wall coatings, found dozens of mixtures and additives, to achieve whitewash.
I understand why one would use Portland cement, rice, molasses etc. in the mix.
Many mixes call for the use of salt. Nowhere could I find an explanation for what salt does to the mixture, why is it useful or beneficial.
My understanding of chemistry is dismal to non-existent. An explanation in layman's terms would be most appreciated.
I am planning to use whitewash on the inside and outside of a cement block building.
Having read virtually all I could find on the mixing and use of lime both hydrated and quick, in wall coatings, found dozens of mixtures and additives, to achieve whitewash.
I understand why one would use Portland cement, rice, molasses etc. in the mix.
Many mixes call for the use of salt. Nowhere could I find an explanation for what salt does to the mixture, why is it useful or beneficial.
My understanding of chemistry is dismal to non-existent. An explanation in layman's terms would be most appreciated.