2. Characteristics of the dwelling
1. What is the predominant material in the exterior walls of the dwelling?
[] 2 Wattle and daub (bahareque)
[] 3 Adobe
[] 4 Wood
[] 5 Metal sheet
[] 6 Straw, palm, or other plant material
[] 7 Waste materials
[] 8 Other (specify) ____
The first two questions of this part of the ballot will be answered by the enumerator using simple observation, before introducing themselves to the occupants of the household; however, if there are any doubts, they can consult with the informant in the household.
1. Walls
What material are most of the walls of this household made of?
Only the exterior walls of the household will be considered and, when these have a covering, care will be taken to note the base material that they are actually made of.
A concrete wall is made with gravel, sand and cement in a steel frame and a mixed wall is made with white brick or concrete blocks, sand, and cement, held up by concrete columns and beams.
Bahareque:
This is a wall made of a base of dirt mixed with dried grass or pieces of clay tiles, supported with a frame made mostly of walnut poles or a similar material.
Adobe:
Adobe has a form similar to a brick but with larger dimensions than this. It is made with a base of dirt mixed with dried grass, which flatten into molds and then dried in the sun. The adobe blocks are stuck together with mud.
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Generally made with planks and held up by small or large beams.
Metal sheets:
These sheets can be smooth or with grooves commonly supported by a wooden frame.
Straw, palm leaf or other vegetation:
This kind of material is used for building huts and shacks, usually located in rural areas.
Waste materials:
This type of material is found in poor housing and refers to pieces of wood, metal sheets, plastics, etc.
Other:
Materials not included in the previous categories will be noted, such as: asbestos sheets, canvas, etc.