The temporary structure erected to increase size of opening in an existing wall

Concept:

Shoring is the temporary support which is provided to improve the lateral strength of walls during repairs.

Types of shoring:

1. Raking Shores: In this method, inclined members, called rakers are used to give lateral support to the wall.

2. Flying Shores: Flying shores are a support system which provides horizontal support to two parallel party walls when removal or collapse of the intermediate building takes place.

3. Dead Shores: Dead shore is temporary structure erected to increase the size of opening in an existing wall