Introduction of Concrete Screed: A concrete screed is a mixture of water, cement, sand, and fine aggregates. The grain size of fine aggregate is 4 mm. Concrete screed is used to elevate floor level as per finishing requirements. Screed provided a surface suitable for installing the desired flooring. Screed is a type of plain concrete … Read more
It is very important to use suitable types of pipe joints while joining a pipe. In this article, we will learn about the types of pipe joints used in the plumbing system. Let’s get started! There are various types of pipe joints are used in plumbing systems. The selection of pipe joints depends on some … Read more
There are different levels in the building. These levels are used to make the construction process easy. Levels are indicated in the construction drawings to make the process of understanding, a lot easier for the engineers and supervisors. Here, I have listed some commonly used types of levels in building construction. Plinth Level Sill Level … Read more
In this article, we will describe the lap length of some popular structural members such as column, beam, and slab. Let’s get started! First, let’s get some idea about what is lap length! What Is Lap Length? The standard size of the reinforcement bar is 12 meters. This is the length of the reinforcement bar … Read more
Wood is a very important construction material. Wood or timber has been used as a building material from ancient civilizations. The demand for wood is growing day by day in modern construction. Wood is received from the tree. Different types of trees provide different types of wood. It increases the aesthetic appearance of a structure. … Read more
Solar energy is one of the cleanest forms of energy. The primary advantage of solar energy is that it is a renewable source of energy. It can not be run out or is endless. Every year we pay a significant amount of money to our utility provider. Don’t you desire bill-free energy available all throughout … Read more
This article is all about the construction site safety checklist. The primary purpose of construction site safety is to protect humans from any hazardous accident. It includes workers, engineers, and other staff working on the construction site. It includes all the methods of safety that are in direct relation to the construction industry or construction … Read more
The acoustic ceiling is the sound-absorbent suspended ceiling. It is used where noise is very high such as in public palaces. If we talk about residential buildings it is used in the kitchen. Acoustic ceilings normally comprise tiles sectioned in metal frames and are ideal where there are a lot of hard surfaces and sound … Read more
Saudi Arabia’s paint market is growing at a rapid pace due to the high demand for construction. It is slightly hit due to covid-19 but it is expected to recover in 2022. There are only four major paint brands in Saudi Arabia which are Jotun, Six Sigma, Al Jazeera, and National Paint. Most of the … Read more
In this post, we will learn the types of beams used in construction. Beams can be classified based on support, material, cross-Section, geometry, equilibrium condition, etc. The beam is a key component of a structure. It is almost impossible to make concrete frame buildings without beams. Beam transfer the vertical loads, shear forces, and bending … Read more