Discuss the merits and demerits of using mirrors in building elevation. (AS7)

Now a day’s mirrors are used in building elevation to make it look more attractive. But there are always pros & cons of using a thing. Similarly using mirrors in buildings also include some merits as well as demerits:

MERITS:

• Mirrors used on the walls of building helps in reflecting sunlight in order to keep the interior surface cool.

• It helps in keeping privacy. People moving outside will not be able to see what is happening inside the building.

• They do not rust in moist air. In rainy season,the water wll not get clogged on the surface

DEMERITS:

• Mirrors are expensive. So to cover the building is an expensive task.

• Mirrors are brittle in nature thus chances of accident increases.