GLASS FIBER REINFORCED CONCRETE(GFRC)

GFRC COMPOSITION:

• Portland Cement• Fine Aggregate• Water• Alkali-Resistant (AR) Glass Fiber

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GFRC APPLICATIONS:

• Exterior Ornamentation• Interior Details• Landscape Furnishings

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GFRC ADVANTAGES:

• Light weight (90% less than concrete)• Limitless opportunities for architectural expression• Weather Resistance• Surface can be left uncoated• Class A Fire Rating• CHEAP!

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GFRC DISADVANTAGES:

• Used as NON-loadbearing only• Requires separate anchorage system for installation• Large panels must be reinforced• Color additives may fade with sunlight• May have different absorption rate than adjacent historic material

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GFRC CONCLUSION:

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BEFORE AFTER

REFERENCES:

• APA: Architectural Precast Association. Ft. Myers, FL. April 25, 2003.<http://www.archprecast.org/gfrchand.htm>

• Park, Sharon C., AIA. The Use of Substitute Materials on Historic

BuildingExteriors. April 25, 2003.< http://www.historichomeworks.com/hhw/pbriefs/pb16.htm>

• Stonewear: Composite Stone Products. Carson City, NV. April 25th, 2003.<http://www.stonewear.com>

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