existing surface
[ɪɡˈzɪstɪŋ ˈsɜːrfɪs]
noun phrasepl: existing surfaces
superfície existente
1. A surface that is already present or in place; a pre-existing surface that serves as a base or foundation for further work or construction
The contractor will paint the existing surface before applying the new coating.
O contratante irá pintar a superfície existente antes de aplicar o novo revestimento.
2. In construction or renovation, the original surface condition before modifications or improvements are made
We need to assess the existing surface condition to determine if repairs are necessary.
Precisamos avaliar a condição da superfície existente para determinar se os reparos são necessários.
3. In technical or engineering contexts, a surface that currently exists and is being referenced as a point of departure
The new pavement will be laid directly over the existing surface.
O novo pavimento será colocado diretamente sobre a superfície existente.
This is technical terminology commonly used in construction, renovation, and engineering industries in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazil, it's frequently used in formal project specifications and renovation documentation. The phrase emphasizes the practical reality of working with what's already in place rather than starting from scratch, which is a common consideration in cost-effective construction projects.
Related Idioms & Phrases
starting from an existing surface
building on an existing surface
working with the existing surface
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