Whitewash
Term · Industrial and trades · MLC-T-IND-006590
A thin, opaque coating made from lime and water, sometimes with added pigments, used to brighten and protect surfaces. It is applied to walls, fences, and other structures, providing a breathable finish that can inhibit mold growth. Whitewash offers a traditional, matte appearance and is less durable than modern paints.
| Identifier | MLC-T-IND-006590 |
|---|---|
| Field | Industrial and trades |
| Subject | Construction |
| Translations | German: Weiße Ausblühung; Spanish: eflorescencia; French: efflorescence |
Record as JSON
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"id": "MLC-T-IND-006590",
"term": "Whitewash",
"field": "Industrial and trades",
"definition": "A thin, opaque coating made from lime and water, sometimes with added pigments, used to brighten and protect surfaces. It is applied to walls, fences, and other structures, providing a breathable finish that can inhibit mold growth. Whitewash offers a traditional, matte appearance and is less durable than modern paints.",
"subject": "Construction",
"translations": {
"de": "Weiße Ausblühung",
"es": "eflorescencia",
"fr": "efflorescence"
},
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/whitewash/"
}
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