Superstructure

UNIT – III

Chapter - 6

SUPERSTRUCTURE

SUPERSTRUCTURE

Superstructure of a building is the portion of the structure above the foundation. Superstructure serves as the enclosure to different rooms, halls, etc., in the building. It provides the necessary utility of the building with comfort, structural safety, ventilation, etc. Superstructure includes:

(A) MASONRY

Definition: Masonry is defined as the art of construction in stone or brick bonded together with mortar. Mortar may be cement mortar or lime mortar.

Types of Masonry

1. Brick masonry is constructed of bricks and mortar.

2. Stone masonry is constructed of cut stones and mortar.

Functions: Masonry performs the following functions:

1. Masonry supports the loads in load bearing structures

2. It subdivides the space

3. It provides acoustic and thermal insulation below le t the

4. It affords weather and fire protection, etc.

(B) BEAMS, COLUMNS AND LINTELS

(C) ROOFING

(D) FLOORING

(E) PLASTERING

(F) Doors, Windows, Ventilators, Sunshades, Balcony, Sit-out, etc.