Reed fabric

Reeds are traditional plaster bases . Depending on the quality and application, around 70 stalks of reed are tied with galvanized wire per running meter. The distance between the bond is i. d. R. 10 to 20 cm. Plaster bases are mainly used for plaster that does not form a chemical bond with the surface (e.g. clay plaster or lime plaster ). Thanks to the high silicate content of the reed, the plaster adheres to the spaces between the stalks and to the rough surface. Reed fabric also serves as permanent formwork in rammed earth buildings. These mats are also available in 10 cm thickness. They were used as insulation for potato transports when there was a risk of frost. Another use resulted from this as an insulating, breathable plaster base for the renovation of half-timbered buildings.

Reeds are usually available in the dimensions 1 × 5 m or 2 × 10 m.

Designations

Plaster base made of reed is also known as stucco cane fabric.