Assessment of properties of rubble masonry used in heritage structure

Abstract

Preservation of Heritage structures is of utmost importance. Rubble masonry played a significant role in the conservation of structures. It is a traditional wall construction material used to build walls and standing structures in India since ancient times. Even now, heritage structures are being made to serve humanity for many years. Therefore, it is necessary to find a combination of rubble masonry and essential additives like lime mortar and surkhi to help build new heritage structures and also help reduce the deterioration of ancient architectural structures and monuments. This experimental study presents rubble masonry for repairing Heritage structures as an alternative to the conventional use of cement mortar. In addition to repairing work, rubble masonry, lime mortar, and surkhi are used to build new heritage structures for long-term sustainability. Rubble masonry, lime mortar, and surkhi can reduce the deterioration of old architectural structures and monuments. A case study on Global Vipassana Pagoda allocated in Mumbai, India, is considered. It is made up of Basalt stone with an interlocking system.