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Cracks in concrete can not be prevented entirely, but they can be controlled
and minimized by properly designed joints.
Especially in coastal area the carbonation of concrete allows humidity to reach to the
bars then corrosion will occur.
So must make cover of bars more than 4 cm and paint the concrete and improve the
mix.
1) it should not suffer permanent distortion or extrusion and should not be displaced
by fluid pressure.
2) It should not slump unduly in hot weather or become brittle in cold weather.
3) It should be insoluble and durable and should not be affected by exposure to light