A parapet wall is a low or dwarf wall built along the edge of the roof, terrace, walkway, balcony etc. Parapet walls can be constructed using different materials like reinforced cement concrete, steel, aluminium, glass etc. Different types of parapet ...
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Bond Beam Block-Dimensions, Specifications, and Applications
Bond beam blocks are concrete masonry units which are manufactured with reduced webs (Fig. 1) or with knock-out webs (Fig. 2); the knock-out webs are removed prior to the placement of the unit in the bond beam. The purpose of ...
How to Pour a Concrete Slab for a Shed?
Pouring concrete slab in the right way is considerably crucial to construct strong and durable slab that makes a good foundation for a shed. Concrete slab keeps the shed off the ground reducing the transfer of moisture from the ground ...
Water Versus Solvent Based Concrete Sealers
Concrete sealers are designed to protect the concrete from wear and tear in addition to the provision of chemical and stain resistance for concrete. They come in water-based and solvent-based varieties both of which act as protective and decorative coats ...
Concrete Topping Slab -Types, Thickness and Uses
Concrete topping slab is an overlay designed to provide a dense, abrasion-resistant, and a finished floor surface for multiple purposes such as providing a wearing course to support traffic loads in parking facilities and bus terminals, providing a level surface ...
Civil Engineering Conferences to Attend in 2019
The developments within the field have been truly transformational this year. From the flights of drones to the perceptible walks through 3D maps; from the incorporation of AI and IoT to the 3D production of construction materials- the field has ...
Types of Slope Failures
An earth Slope or soil slope is an inclined surface of soil mass which can be either natural or man-made. Different types of slope failures and shape of their failure surfaces are discussed below. Types of Slope Failures Soil slope ...
Wood Frame Construction
Wood frame construction is one of the most widely used methods to build residential, commercial and industrial buildings. Wood frames are not only very economical to build but are also resistant to extreme climatic variations, and offer residents a high ...
How to Pour Concrete Foundation?
Pouring concrete foundation is a considerably important phase of foundation construction and plays a vital role in the success of a project. Proper planning, suitable equipment selection, and good placement practice shall be adopted for concrete pouring of foundation to ...
Construction of Concrete Chimney Crown
Chimney crown, also termed as chimney cap or chimney top plate is a cover provided on the top of chimney chase to prevent the entrance of rainwater into the chimney. Construction procedure of chimney crowns made of concrete is discussed ...