Types of roofs by design are determined at the design stage of the house. When choosing a configuration, it is worth considering the appearance and facade of the building, as well as the climatic conditions in which the building is located and general architectural requirements
Construction 2024, September
Inspection of foundations and buildings can help avoid unnecessary costs or even building collapse. Specialists who "ate the dog" in such works will be able to identify errors that appeared during construction or operation, and give recommendations for their optimal elimination
Everyone wants to save money. Indeed, why spend money on a service, the meaning of which you do not see and the essence of which you do not understand? However, heat engineering calculation is a necessary thing when arranging almost any house or cottage. And even a non-specialist can understand its essence
If the front door is still reliable and strong, but has an unpresentable appearance, you should not immediately look for a replacement. There are many ways to decorate it. The simplest is the lining on the doors. They will easily hide scuffs and uneven seams, make it no different from a new sample. It remains to find out what linings are and how to choose the right one
Mineral wool mat is a thermal insulation material of increased efficiency, which has elasticity and flexibility. This material has not only increased thermal insulation, but also high fire safety
In recent years, silence at home has become a real luxury for many people. As practice shows, in most cases the main reason for this is that no one thought about soundproofing at the construction stage
Modern life is filled with various sounds. This is the noise of cars passing along the street, and the operation of household appliances, and all kinds of activities of neighbors, whether it is their conversations or regular repairs. All these manifestations are collectively called household noise, which propagates in the sound range from 16 Hz to 20,000 Hz
Acrylic glass is a versatile material that is used not only in construction work, but also in the manufacture of furniture, lighting systems, equipment. Also, such material carries the functions of a protective fence in many other areas of activity
Lighting in the toilet should be equipped in compliance with certain standards, without violating the established technology. Otherwise, using the restroom in the future will be uncomfortable and even unsafe
For every cultured modern person, the morning begins with a shower. And therefore, we can safely say that the bathroom is almost the most important place in the house, because there a person receives a charge of vivacity for the whole day. In order to receive only positive and pleasure in the bathroom, the repair of this room must be done carefully and efficiently
The quality and reliability of the finished brickwork depends directly on which mortar you choose and how you implement the thickness of the seam in the brickwork - longitudinal and vertical. This value must be laid at the very beginning, carefully monitor each row and check by measuring the height of the site every 5-6 levels
New buildings are springing up all over the place like mushrooms. But in fact, to build a property, you have to perform a number of procedures. On the one hand, this is good, but on the other hand, there is a lot of documents and permits to be collected, and this is not counting financial investments
When building a garage, it is important to pay sufficient attention to the arrangement of the viewing hole. What are its dimensions and how to build it yourself?
Today no one can be surprised by innovative building materials. Every year, experts release some new product on the market. Recently, in the construction industry, too, everyone started talking about the need for environmentally friendly products. And the result was not long in coming
Describes the nuances of the procedure for the production of wooden tiles. It tells about its characteristics and do-it-yourself styling rules
Practically everywhere you can find a house on stilts. In some countries, houses have been built for centuries on wooden logs dug vertically into the ground. This technology allows you to build it even on the water
Creating niches in the wall is one of the long-known interior design techniques. In the past, arched and lancet niches were most often used in places of worship or to decorate the houses of aristocrats. Modern designers have found a more practical purpose for such recesses, and now they serve not only as an element of decor. If the walls of the room, for example, have a complex "relief" or contain various protruding elements, then a niche in the wall is the most suitable solution to all such problems
Formwork structures are indispensable at almost all stages of the construction of reinforced concrete structures. Today there are removable, non-removable, adjustable and floating formwork. The article describes the different types of formwork structures. Read what material is best to make panel formwork
Small-panel formwork is most often used in the construction of monolithic structures. The main advantage of such structures is that they can be assembled manually, without the use of special equipment. The weight and dimensions of such formwork are regulated by GOST
"M-150" is a dry mixture consisting of several components, taken in the amount prescribed by GOST. This is a guarantee of the quality and excellent properties of the material, subject to all the requirements for working with it
Rubble masonry is a technology that involves the use of debris and pieces of rubble of different sizes. In this case, you can apply different methods that require knowledge and skills
Very often, bitumen emulsion is used for surface treatment of asph alt and waterproofing of various structures - a kind of system in which the particles of the main component are presented in the aqueous phase in the form of separate elements
The cornice strip (overhang) is classified as an additional roofing element, while it performs both a decorative function and a protective role. This detail saves the lower level of the crate and frontal wooden elements from the effects of precipitation. It also protects the roofing sheets from all kinds of deformations
Sand plays a big role in construction. It is added to various mixtures that are used to make blocks, concrete and plaster mortars. They also strengthen embankments and roads. The product is used not only natural, but also artificial
Asph alt concrete is prepared from a special composition with the correct proportions of special components: sand, mineral powder, crushed stone of various sizes, as well as certain bitumen intended for roads. Asph alt concrete mixes are used for arranging the base and covering the roadway in almost any conditions
What the density parameter shows. Various types of density of building materials and their calculation. Calculation errors - how to reduce them? Density of organic and inorganic substances and metals
Coarse sand is widely used in construction. It is used to create mortars and mixtures, is part of asph alt and cement
Laminated waterproofing can be an excellent solution for protecting building foundations. Moreover, this method is one of the most effective, and this result was achieved thanks to the appearance on the construction market of roll materials that are reinforced with polyester and have high tensile strength
X10 is the most affordable, widespread and well-deserved protocol for home automation. The signal transmission medium is the usual power wiring, the presence of which is implied in any dwelling. The basic set of equipment (worth about $ 200) can always be expanded by connecting additional modules
The building materials market today is actively occupied by plastic products, including pipes for ventilation. However, unlike thermal, gas and water supply utilities, ventilation systems have operating features that, along with such products, still use metal
Currently, one often hears that building structures are being dismantled. What does this mean, and what is the specificity of this process? Let's figure it out
Visiting Russian baths is very popular among the people, because this is a good occasion to chat with friends, raise good spirits, and generally improve your he alth. A bathhouse made of wood is a wonderful addition to the interior of your yard
In individual construction, only pitched roofs are usually found, which are able to provide natural drainage of precipitation. They can also act as a separate decorative element that successfully complements the main part of the structure
When building any house, the roof and its covering are an important part of the structure. To protect against natural conditions: snow, rain, hail, wind - any home needs a roof. Its types are presented on the modern market in large quantities, and you can choose not only high-quality, but also an option that is suitable in color and cost
Most owners of private housing are faced with the need to prepare a carport to accommodate a car. Such designs are suitable not only for storing vehicles, but also for organizing outdoor recreation in the company of friends
The main energy-saving means are insulating materials. The manufacturing technology of such products allows you to insulate and maintain temperature indicators without harm to others. When carrying out insulation measures, it is possible to save more than 40% of energy and protect metal structures of pipelines from corrosion
According to the law, you can build a house only on a site that has been assigned the appropriate designation. Otherwise, you will need to contact the executive committee to obtain permission to build an individual residential building. Of course, you can immediately buy a land plot intended for construction from the state or from private individuals. True, before building a house, you still have to go through all the stages of land registration provided by law
You will learn about all the rules for connecting to the central water supply. The most important thing is to get permission from the local organization that deals with water supply issues. Almost all the streets of modern cities and towns have water pipes. But in order to conduct water to a new house (or again to an old one), you need to make the right connection
The modern building materials market offers a wide range of products made from asbestos cement: plates, sheets, pipes, etc. They have high technical characteristics and have a wide range of applications
To finish the internal and external surfaces of the house today, many different materials are used, each of them requires the presence of work skills, as well as some knowledge in the field of construction. Regardless of whether you were engaged in repair work or not, you should be aware of the Knauf trademark, the plaster of this manufacturer is popular all over the world today