In fact,
among the different presentations of polymeric substances, poly-mer latexes are the most widely used. However, inclusion of
polymers particularly elastomeric latexes towards improving
physical, mechanical and durability properties of normal concrete
and mortar may cause undue loss of integrity, especially when
the co-matrix systems are applied as surfacing materials in tropical
regions or in the event of elevated temperatures due to fire out-breaks and nuclear reactor pressure vessels.