Advanced Aspects of Engineering Research Vol. 14

Abstract

To improve the properties of traditional Indian lime mortar, urine is applied. In this study, urea (fertiliser) was used instead of urine to provide a more sanitary choice.  Urea is applied in varying amounts, such as 1%, 2%, 3%, 4%, and 5%, using Lime Mortar 1:3 and Fly Ash Lime Gypsum (FAL-G) paste. The resulting composites were cast into 50-square-centimeter cubes and tested for weight density, water absorption, and compressive strength.The output of simple lime mortar cubes and plain FAL-G cubes was compared. FAL-G shows better properties with 3% urea than lime mortar.