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Repairing water tanks

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Water tanks made of galvanized iron sheets were popular some decades ago. Unfortunately, the bottom part of the tanks corroded and leaked after 5 to 10 years. They were then considered useless and discharged as scrap metal. These corroded and leaking water tanks can be repaired easily.

'''Problem:''' In time, the bottom part gets corroded and leaks.<br>'''Reason:''' Metal is subject to oxidation, which corrodes it, creating holes.<br>'''Remedy:''' Cement reinforced with wire mesh can cover the holes and corroded part.<br>

'''The technique is as follows:'''<br>

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