When it comes to maintaining a household, having the right set of plumbing tools can make all the difference. Whether
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Building construction is a very interesting subject. Especially designing and drawing are two things which make it a gripping subject.
Stair Landings – Purposes and Standard Dimensions
Stairs in any building allow vertical movement. A staircase has many components like flight, stair landing, naval post, baluster, nosing,
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Different types of windows come in different shapes, sizes, and styles, each serving a unique purpose while also contributing to
Continue readingTypes of Stone Masonry Construction – Civil Engineering
Broadly there are two different types of stone masonry, namely Ashlar Masonry and Rubble Masonry. Ashlar Masonry This Masonry is
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Flooring is a fundamental aspect of any space, be it a residential, commercial, or industrial building. There are many different
Continue readingPurposes and Types of Skirting in Building Construction
Purposes of Skirting Skirting is provided at the bottom of interior walls to prevent damage to wall because of scratches
Continue readingDifferent Types of Loads Acting on Structures and Buildings
A structural load could be of any form say force, acceleration, or displacement. The structural load introduces stress in the
Continue readingWhat is RCC? Properties and Applications
RCC is an acronym for Reinforced Cement Concrete. Plain Cement Concrete is weak in tension. While mild steel is stronger
Continue readingBricks & Brick Masonry [Building Construction]
Brick is the basic element of any building construction and has been in use since ancient times. In India, bricks
Continue readingDifferent Types of Paint in Construction
Paints are used for aesthetic purposes as well as to prevent the surface from weathering. Paint effectively reduces the chemical
Continue readingUnit Weight of Different Building Materials
The unit weight of different building materials is essential to know to analyze the structure. Unit weight of most commonly
Continue readingTypes of Staircases in Buildings
A staircase in a building is provided to facilitate vertical movements. At present, there are many types of staircases being
Continue readingCauses, Effects, and Remedies of Dampness in Building
Definition: The penetration of moisture into the building components is called dampness. Obviously, this is a very unwanted phenomenon in
Continue readingGlass as Building Material (Types, Properties,& Applications)
Glass as a building material is brittle in nature and has very diversified applications. Glass is used for interior decoration
Continue readingWhy We Use RCC Instead Of Only Steel?
Why We Make Buildings Of RCC Instead Of Steel? Though steel has higher compressive strength and tensile strength, due to
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