A gate or gateway is a point of entry to or from a space enclosed by walls. It helps manage the entry and exit from a property by installing security fences and movable barriers. Security is the primary aspect of ...
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What is Embodied Energy of Building Materials?
The embodied energy of building material is the total non-renewable energy or primary energy (carbon released) used throughout its entire life cycle, i.e., extraction, manufacturing, construction, maintenance, and disposal. In other words, it is the sum of greenhouse gas emissions ...
Applications and Advantages of Resifan in Construction
Resifan is a self-leveling and colored coating ideal for places where a continuous and smooth finish is desired. It provides solid and consistent color, and demands low maintenance. The appearance of the Resifan coating surface is similar to that of ...
What is a Housewrap and Why is it Important?
Housewrap is a synthetic material used to wrap the exterior of a building to protect the wall frames from external moisture penetration. A housewrap is technically referred to as a water-resistant barrier (WRB), a lightweight sheet installed behind the siding ...
What are the Causes of Early-age Cracking in Concrete?
Early-age cracking is observed during the first seven days after concrete pouring. However, such cracks may also take more than a week to be visible in reinforced concrete slabs. Therefore, cracks appearing within 60 days after the concrete placement are ...
How to Minimize Rate of Evaporation from Concrete Surface?
A high rate of evaporation from the concrete surface leads to quality, durability, and potential strength-related issues. Plastic shrinkage cracks are highly likely to occur if the evaporation rate is higher than 1 Kg/m2/hour. Therefore, appropriate actions to slow down ...
Metal Ceilings: Types and Features
Metal ceilings are architectural ceiling elements made from finished metal plates with designs pressed into them. Metal ceilings can be made from aluminum, steel, or galvanized iron. Metal ceilings add strength to the structure and are highly durable compared to ...
What are the Risks of Pouring Concrete at a Wrong Temperature?
Placing concrete at the correct temperature is critical for its durability and ultimate strength. This is because temperatures above the normal concrete curing range (32 °C) will not only reduce the workability of concrete but also cause a significant reduction ...