In Tanzania, the construction industry is currently grappling with the challenges of high humidity and fluctuating temperatures, especially in coastal regions like Dar es Salaam. Traditional plastering often suffers from severe shrinkage cracks, leading to premature degradation of building facades and increased maintenance costs for infrastructure.
The adoption of fiberglass mesh for plastering has become a critical necessity. As urban expansion accelerates in Dodoma and Arusha, contractors are moving away from simple wire mesh toward synthetic fibers that offer superior corrosion resistance and a higher strength-to-weight ratio.
Currently, the market shows a strong demand for specialized materials. The prevalence of high-alkali cement used in local mixes necessitates the use of chemically stable solutions to prevent the internal structure of the mesh from dissolving over time, ensuring long-term structural integrity.
