Wood Rot Causes and Measures to Kill Wood Rot
Wood rot is the common name used to indicate damage in wood due to fungal colonies that settle down on the wood; this in turn grows into the substrate …
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Step by Step Measuring for a New Roof - Tools Needed and Calculations for Area
Wondering how to measure your roof to estimate required material for roof replacement? Here the process of measurement of the roof is described …
Continue ReadingEffective Ventilation of Buildings
For generating a comfortable and healthy living condition inside a building, proper ventilation is very necessary. This can be natural, mechanical, or …
Continue ReadingThe Building of Brooklyn Bridge - How the Brooklyn Bridge Was Build
It was stated to in 1867 that the building of the Brooklyn Bridge would create not only the greatest bridge at that time, but also the greatest …
Continue ReadingRole of Bacteria and Enzymes in Septic Tank Systems
A septic tank is an enclosed container manufactured from concrete, fiberglass or plastic and is buried in the yard. Sewage and grey water from the …
Continue ReadingConstruction of Multi Beam Bridges
Multi-beam bridges are a very common form of construction for roads and other bridges that are required to span across distances less than one hundred …
Continue ReadingModern Architecture - Values of Architecture and Modern Life
An analysis of the values of architecture and modern life, and some of the revolutionary changes beginning to take hold - the role of the building in …
Continue ReadingTop Construction Equipment Safety Standards
Though construction sites are a great place to work, construction workers face several hazards during their day-to-day work like equipment danger and …
Continue ReadingConstruction Site Hazards - Causes and Classification of Accidents in Buildings Under Construction
Accidents may happen during the course of construction of a building. The reasons for accidents seem to have more in common than different.
Continue ReadingBuilding Roads over Swamps
Construction of roads over swamps require special attention. Either the soil has to be removed or otherwise,it has to be strengthened by suitable …
Continue ReadingWhat is a Temperature Reactive Color Roof? Is it more Energy Efficient than Other Types of Roofs?
The article will discuss the concepts of cool roofs, green roofs, energy efficient roofs, and temperature reactive color roofs. Want to learn more …
Continue ReadingCeramic Thermal Coatings of Homes instead of Paint for Hot, Sunny Climates
Ceramic spheres of microscopic sizes are a part of thermal insulation paint. These spheres are hollow and thus less conductive, leading to heat …
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