cement plaster
[/sɪˈmɛnt ˈplæstər/]
nounpl: cement plasters
reboco de cimento
1. A coating material made from a mixture of cement, sand, and water applied to walls, ceilings, or other surfaces for protection, leveling, or decoration
The contractor applied cement plaster to the exterior walls to protect them from weather damage.
O empreiteiro aplicou reboco de cimento nas paredes externas para protegê-las dos danos climáticos.
2. A durable finishing material commonly used in construction for both interior and exterior surfaces
Cement plaster is more durable than gypsum plaster in humid environments.
O reboco de cimento é mais durável que o reboco de gesso em ambientes úmidos.
Cement plaster is extremely common in Brazilian construction, particularly in tropical climates where moisture resistance is essential. It's widely used for both residential and commercial buildings. In Portugal, the term may emphasize decorative aspects more than in Brazil, where durability and weather protection are primary concerns.
Related Idioms & Phrases
to plaster over something - disfarçar ou encobrir algo
patched up with cement plaster - consertado provisoriamente
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