parging

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Cement coating on masonry
A thin coat of mortar or plastic applied to masonry work to seal the surface
A cement mixture used to coat the outer basement walls prior to backfilling It is combined with an asphaltic coating for waterproofing
A rough coat of mortar applied over a masonry wall as protection or finish; may also serve as a base for an asphaltic waterproofing compound below grade

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parge
A coat of cement mortar on the face of rough masonry, the earth side of foundation and basement walls