The selection of grout color for tiles is as important as choosing the tile design. Grout color affects the overall design of the tile floor and the daily maintenance requirements. Before choosing the grout, decide whether the grout color must ...
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What Are Steel Doors?
Steel doors are manufactured from strong steel. However, they are not entirely made of solid steel. In fact, a steel door is a polyurethane or polystyrene core coated with a thin skin of steel material. They are commonly used for ...
Difference Between Veneer and Laminate
Veneers and laminates are popular surface finishes used for different furniture, cabinets, and floors. Veneers are thin layers of wood pressed on a plywood base whereas laminates are formed by pressing together layers of flat paper and plastic resins under ...
Glass Corrosion: Causes and Prevention
Glass in architecture and construction has acquired a reputation of being one of the most durable building materials. However, based on the severity of exposure to contaminants through water, heat, and humidity, glasses experience staining or corrosion issues. Glass corrosion ...
Thin Brick Veneers: Features and Installation Methods
Thin brick veneers, also called thin-fired clay units or adhered veneers, are bricks used for thinner walls in residential and commercial construction. Thin bricks are made from the same materials as traditional bricks, but they are manufactured to be thinner ...
What are Wood-Plastic Composites (WPCs)?
Wood-plastic composites (WPCs) are composite materials formed by combining wood-based elements and plastic fibers. WPCs can be manufactured entirely from recycled materials obtained from wood product manufacturing facilities along with the plastic powder. WPCs are also called composite timber and ...
Types of Primer Paints Used in Construction
The application of primer before painting gives a polished and professional look to the material. In addition, it helps to seal the porous surface and prevent the material from absorbing the paint. Therefore, selecting the right type of primer can make ...
Glass Blocks in Construction
Glass blocks or glass bricks are wall bricks made of glass. They provide visual opacity and light transmission at the same time, making them an amazing architectural element to upscale interior design. Glass block walls help divide the room without ...