Solar roof tiles are mini solar panels that are installed in a way similar to traditional roof tiles. Just like solar panels, they are made out of photovoltaic panels. Solar tiles are considered a premium product and are getting wide ...
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Common Piping Materials Used in Commercial Building Settings
A commercial building’s plumbing infrastructure is vital to its operations. If the right piping material is not chosen during construction, plumbing issues can arise that may cause downtime in production or severe injury or health conditions for people working within ...
Difference Between Onground & Inground Swimming Pool Construction
Onground pools are constructed at or above the ground level, while inground pools are built in the ground. Both types involve different construction steps and costs. The choice between onground pools and inground pools is made based on the site ...
What are Bituminous Paints?
Bituminous paints are special paints used in construction for waterproofing, corrosion resistance, and damp proofing applications for different structural elements. It is made out of bitumen or coal tar dissolved in mineral spirit or naphtha, applied to structure either in liquid ...
Paint by Drone System
Paint by Drone is a technological solution that proposes the idea of using the facades of construction sites as giant canvases for artistic expression. It is an idea developed by the International Design and Innovation Office, Carlo Ratti Associati. The ...
Anti-Stripping Agent for Bituminous Mix
Anti-stripping agents are used for bituminous mixes and materials to ensure adhesion between bitumen and aggregates (hydrophilic), even when submerged in water. Material Requirement The anti-stripping agents shall consist of fatty acid amines having a long hydrocarbon chain. These agents ...
Natural Stone Flooring: Properties, Benefits & Drawbacks
Natural stones are the most elegant and luxurious flooring material for building construction. They are quarried from the earth’s surface and possess superior properties compared to artificial stone products. The typical natural stones used for flooring are marble, granite, limestone, ...
Micro Concrete: How is it Used in Concrete Construction?
Micro concrete, also known as micorconcrete or MicroConcrete, is a cement-based coating applied to various surfaces like tiles and woods to provide the look and feel of concrete at a fraction of the weight and cost of real concrete. It ...