scaffolding

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Scaffolding engulfs the inside of the giant multi-billion-dollar structure, rising all the way up to the 100-metre-high ceiling.

From Barron's • Dec. 26, 2025

Scaffolding was constructed, removed and adjusted throughout various parts of the positioning.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 30, 2024

Scaffolding and covers were put up in February and the exterior brickwork, on which the mural was painted, was taken down in May.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2023

Scaffolding around new, yet-to-be-completed mega-mansions could be seen peeking over high, green walls that keep out onlookers.

From New York Times • Dec. 26, 2022

Scaffolding is sometimes erected outside for a height of 25 or 30 ft., to facilitate better pointing, especially where the chimney is in a prominent position.

From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 4, Part 3 "Brescia" to "Bulgaria" by Various