What is artificial stone? Artificial stone, which is also called casted stone, is constructed from cement, sand , and natural aggregate such as crushed stone. it is possible to provide certain surface textures to artificial stones. Sometimes, specific pigments used ...
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Construction of Stone Masonry Footing
The construction of stones bonded together with mortar is called stone masonry. Stone masonry footing is a structural foundation constructed to support walls. Different aspect of stone masonry footing is discussed. Purpose of Stone Masonry Footing The purpose of stone ...
Types of Defects in Timber as a Construction Material
There are various types of defects in timber as a construction material. These defects in timber can be due to natural forces, fungi, insects, and during seasoning and conversion. Types of these defects in wood are discussed in detail. Trees ...
Storage of Cement – Precautions, Duration and Place of Storage
Proper precautions for the storage of cement such as duration and place of storage, arrangement, atmospheric moisture content etc. is necessary after the process of manufacturing and before using it in the construction site. Because the cement hygroscopic nature, the ...
18 Types of Fixtures and Fastenings for Doors and Windows
Fixtures and fastenings are provided for doors and windows to provide operating facilities, security for rooms and ease of opening and closing etc. Different types of fixtures and fastenings such as, hinges, bolts, handles, locks are available. Types of Fixtures ...
Materials and Methods of Thermal Insulation of Buildings
What is Thermal Insulation of Buildings? In general, people living in hot regions wants to make their inside atmosphere very cool similarly people living in cold regions, wants warmer atmosphere inside. But, we know that the heat transfer takes place ...
24 Different Components used for Pitched Roof Construction
What is Pitched Roof? Pitched roof is a type of roof which is provided with some slope as structure covering. We know that the roofs are generally provided at top to cover and protect the structure from different weather conditions. ...
Why is Timber Construction Popular in 21st Century?
Timber is a favorite construction material from the historic time and now, one of the favorite construction material of the future. Timber construction material when compared with other construction material gain: High Insulation property The carbon-dioxide emission is less Highly ...