Water in all three forms—solid, liquid, or gas—is an extremely valuable resource for fulfilling the basic necessities of humans. Clean water is not just required for drinking but for sanitation purposes as well. Therefore, water supplied to our homes should ...
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Building Bye-Laws: Why are they Important in Construction?
What are Building Bye-Laws? Building bye-laws are legal tools used to regulate building coverage, height, area of construction, and architectural designs to maintain the growth or orderly development of a place. Why are Building Bye-Laws Necessary? Building bye-laws are necessary ...
How to Correctly Handle and Store Reinforcing Bars?
Construction projects usually involve the utilization of different classes and grades of steel reinforcement. Each type must be handled and stored separately to prevent distortion and deterioration due to corrosion. The various types of steel reinforcement used in construction are ...
Taj Mahal: Construction of its Invincible Foundation
The Taj Mahal is a perfectly symmetrical monument representing the finest architectural and artistic achievements through excellent craftsmanship and perfect harmony in the design. Its foundation, in particular, was a herculean task to build as in those days clayey soil ...
6 Special Cements for Concrete and Masonry Construction
Special cements are used to serve some specific functions in concrete and masonry construction. These functions can be altering the setting or hardening behavior of concrete, produce different architectural effects, enhance workability, impart water retention and plasticity of masonry, resist ...
6 Innovative Ways to Sustainable Cities
Living in a densely populated city is no longer a dream and has become quite a nightmare. The rampant environmental degradation, traffic congestion, and inadequate urban infrastructure in big cities has become an everyday sight. To add to it, over ...
Atal Rohtang Tunnel: Construction of the World’s Longest Highway Tunnel at 10,000 feet
Atal tunnel (Rohtang) is a roadway tunnel constructed at an altitude of 3060 m above mean sea level, making it the highest highway tunnel in the world. At 9.02 km length, it is also the longest bi-directional single-tube roadway tunnel ...
How to Prevent Plaster Defects During the Construction Stage?
Plaster defects can be easily avoided in the construction stage if the necessary precautions are taken at the right time. The preventive measures range from proper preparation and cleaning of the wall surface to selecting suitable materials and following the ...
Pumping Stations in a Water Distribution System
A pumping station is used in a water distribution system for efficient and reliable transportation and dissemination of water from one site to another. At the station, the water is pumped into the system and the pressure is modulated based ...
How to Select the Best Paint Finish for Your Home?
Paint finish or paint sheen for interior spaces is chosen based on the amount of shine and durability required. While the color of the paint brings in vividity to a space, its finish determines the texture of the surface and ...