Modern range of wood-based materials is characterized by an extensive selection, which often makes it difficult to determine the quality. Despite the fact that the accompanying documentation displays basic information and characteristics, do not forget about the recommendations of professionals involved in the sale of wood
Construction 2024, September
Despite the fact that the engineering board is a relatively new material, it has managed to establish itself only positively. With greater strength than solid wood, better resistance to moisture and temperature than parquet, it deserves special attention when choosing the right flooring for both commercial and residential areas
In the modern world, the issue of environmental friendliness of residential premises is of concern to an increasing number of future homeowners. In this regard, the building materials market is filled with a variety of natural products, among which rounded timber is the most popular. Thanks to what properties did it win the recognition of customers? How is it made? Does it have disadvantages? We will cover all this in this article
The possibilities of wood processing, environmental friendliness of the material, its thermal conductivity make it the best choice. While maintaining the technology of building a house and selecting the material in the home, there will always be a comfortable humidity and temperature
To eliminate various troubles, there is a special connection of individual elements at the corners of the house, which is called a "warm corner". This is the name of the method by which the timber is sawn. Due to the peculiarities of its manufacture and subsequent connection, there are no through slots
House cladding is not just a time-consuming and complex part of construction work. This is the final touch that will give the house its own face, allow it to fit into the landscape or, on the contrary, stand out from its background. Facing the house first will give an idea about the owner, his status and character, passions and virtues. That is why it is so important to be creative in the final construction process, while not violating the rules and regulations, the observance of which will allow the house to exist for a very, very long time
The main function of the gable roof overhang is to protect the end of the building from precipitation. This element of the roof structure is a continuation of the slopes and can be mounted on the removal of the crate or rafters
Profiled sheeting perfectly copes with the role of external decoration, as its properties allow you to maintain both a unique appearance and high strength for several decades. Its special metal base shape, which has a protective zinc layer as well as a polymer coating, contributes a lot to this
All owners of private houses or apartments need to know that the timely replacement of electrical wiring and its perfect condition is a guarantee of the integrity of your home
With the increase in the number of electrical appliances, the issue of installing additional sockets to connect them becomes relevant. To avoid the time-consuming drilling of holes in the walls, you can use outdoor sockets
Panel housing construction is one of the methods of prefabricated construction. It is based on the use of prefabricated reinforced concrete slabs or prefabricated panels. Such products are used for the construction of administrative and large residential buildings
In the process of construction, the question inevitably arises, what angle of inclination of the stairs to choose. It should be ergonomic and comfortable. What parameters influence the choice of how to make stairs in different houses, is described in the article
Leveling the floor in the apartment is of great importance both in aesthetic terms and in practical terms. Thanks to modern construction technologies, flooring can be done even by inexperienced people, and the result will delight for many years
Laying stoves is a labor-intensive and, most importantly, responsible process. If mistakes are made at any stage, the results of such work can be disastrous. Therefore, you should know the basic rules for laying furnaces. If they are observed, then the erected structure will become a reliable source of heat for a long time
Building technologies do not stand still. They are constantly evolving, expanding opportunities for private and large developers. The same is true for waterproofing materials. Old technologies are being replaced by new ones. One of these is a waterproofing membrane. It is gaining recognition every day, pushing competitors from their positions
There are a large number of versatile materials that are used in various industries. Laminated hardboard also belongs to this category. It is actively used in the furniture business and in construction. It has a lot of advantages, which largely determined its popularity
Few people are familiar with such a building material as a substrate for wallpaper. With its help, you can significantly increase the performance of the walls that you plan to paste over
The construction of a veranda next to a country house or a country house has become widespread. The veranda can be used as a summer kitchen, a hallway, a place to relax on summer evenings. To build a veranda on your own or entrust the construction to professionals - everyone decides for himself, based on his financial capabilities and building skills
A round house is a somewhat surprising phenomenon in our time, but it will not be possible to attribute the construction of such a structure to the invention of modern architects - such buildings were traditionally used by many peoples in different parts of our planet. The construction of rounded houses was common in Europe in ancient times
At the final stage of building a house, it is given an attractive appearance, i.e. perform finishing work. Finishes require not only the inner surfaces of the walls, but also the outer ones. An excellent material with which you can make the structure attractive is facade plaster
The water supply system at home can be connected to a centralized water supply. If this is not possible, an autonomous system is set up, in which the source of water is its own well. The water supply system of a country house is usually equipped with an electric pump, automatic sensors that control its operation, and a water tank. Installation of special electrical equipment will be able to ensure uninterrupted water supply to the house
A bus stop is not just a functional structure designed to provide the convenience of passengers while waiting for public transport and boarding it. On a modern road, this small architectural form also serves as a design element, on which the appearance of the road, urban or country, and the impression from it depend to a large extent
Any spiral staircase is designed for a specific building, and you can even purchase a large volume design. But ideally, you need to choose this element depending on the width of the opening. It is she who affects the steepness of the stairs, and hence its convenience
Many manufacturers of roofing materials in a wide range produce corrugated board, ondulin, metal tiles in a fashionable and modern red color. This tone is combined with almost any color of the facade. Thanks to the variety of shades, choosing a material is not difficult
The number of cars in the world is steadily growing. In large settlements, conventional parking lots for cars in some cases simply cannot cope with their flow. The way out of this situation can be multi-level parking automatic
One of the new products that have appeared on the building materials market is ceramic stone. This is a large product with voids inside. It is used for the construction of walls both indoors and outdoors
Exterior wall cladding, in addition to its decorative function, also performs a protective one. It is she who protects the house from precipitation, winds, atmospheric influences. It is she who, first of all, retains heat, takes on the function of a sound insulator. When choosing a facing material for the exterior of a house, you need to consider its main characteristics
Ado brick has a minimal cost compared to other materials. For the construction of buildings there is no need to use expensive specialized equipment and labor, respectively, there is no high energy consumption
Stone has been one of the most sought-after building materials since ancient times. Despite the complexity of processing, it provides the highest technical and operational performance in the construction of various structures and structures. Today, this niche is also in demand, but in an optimized form. According to the technical documentation, there is a wide category of wall stones that are used in the construction industry
What is a ladder, what is it like. The materials from which stairs are made, which are most preferred. Stairs, photo in the interior
Welding of stainless steel is a very important process in industry and construction. The fact is that without metal structures it is impossible to build a single building or object. However, the connection of stainless steels has its own characteristics and is not simple
Civil engineering is a branch of construction that specializes in the construction of various objects of the non-productive form of the economy. Industrial construction is a type of construction or restoration of objects that are directly related to industrial or production activities
Almost always, the fireplace dominates the interior, regardless of whether it is full-fledged or electric, or just a candle portal. Accordingly, the design should also be distinguished by solidity, fundamentality
Where ribbed plates are used. Marks and sizes. Production and classification of ribbed plates. Quality and GOST
Height in this case refers to the height of the roof, here we are talking about the step from the ceiling to the ridge beam. The length of the base will be equal to the length of the wall over which the pediment is erected. When calculating the gable of the roof, it does not matter whether the structure is symmetrical. But this parameter will affect the design of the frame
A retaining wall is a structure whose main purpose is to keep a mass of soil located on slopes from sliding or collapsing. In other words, this is nothing more than a structure acting as a supporting element
An individual heating point is a whole complex of devices located in a separate room, including elements of thermal equipment. It provides connection to the heating network of these installations, their transformation, control of heat consumption modes, operability, distribution by types of heat carrier consumption and regulation of its parameters
Linear guides: how to do it yourself? Mounting, measurement of accuracy, rigidity control. Installation of linear guides, their lubrication and protection against corrosion
In recent years, gypsum decorative stone has often been used in the design of many interiors. This durable and very aesthetic material is known for its excellent performance properties. Therefore, it is not surprising that its history spans several millennia
The construction of houses with a metal frame at the base is a relatively new trend in the domestic market of construction services. Despite this, this technology has gained great popularity and is widely used in the construction of residential buildings, industrial and commercial facilities. It allows you to significantly reduce the cost and speed up construction. At the same time, the end result is in no way inferior in terms of its technical parameters and economic indicators to traditional structures