Construction 2024, November

Geodetic control: features

Geodetic control is an ordered system of measurements and calculations that allows you to control the correctness of key geometric parameters in the construction process. The main purpose of these measures is to ensure all the necessary tolerances and standards specified in the project documentation

Single-chamber double-glazed window and its scope

As you know, a single-chamber double-glazed window is the simplest, cheapest and most common among other types of double-glazed windows. The basis of its design is two glasses and one air chamber

Metal pole - the basis for the fence

Order in the backyard begins with a strong, beautiful, reliable fence and gate. In order for the fence to meet the highest requirements, it is made from materials with good technical characteristics. Metal pole - the basis of a reliable design

Development of a pit with an excavator: work order, description, technological process

Manual methods of excavation, with all the pluses, are less and less in demand, and mechanized technologies come to the fore. The most optimal solution today is the development of a pit with an excavator according to a previously prepared project

Do-it-yourself rebar bending. Do-it-yourself machines for bending and cutting reinforcement

Bending of reinforcement is a process of changing the shape of a material while maintaining strength characteristics when using mechanical action. So you can get rods, bends, elements in the form of spirals and other shapes. Also, this manipulation is common when creating fences for private estates, gratings and gates. It is worth noting that the type of reinforcement can only be changed if it has a steel base, since the deformation of fiberglass is impossible

Operated Roof or Roof Used

When building a cottage or a country house, an exploitable flat roof can be chosen. In this case, you need to apply special technology

What should be the pipe for the fence

The pipe for the fence can be subjected not only to corrosion, if water gets inside, it can “freeze” during the first frost. Which, of course, will shorten the life of the entire fence

Metal profiled sheet: types, characteristics, dimensions, application

For roofing, fencing and cladding of various surfaces, metal profiled sheet is actively used today. Its popularity is due to its reasonable cost and excellent performance. When it becomes necessary to purchase such products, it is important to clearly understand what kind of sheets are needed in a particular situation and in what quantity they need to be purchased

Concrete quality: requirements, indicators

When performing active work with building mixtures, one has to learn to determine their characteristics using special instruments or by visual signs. If necessary, the quality of concrete can be checked both in a liquid state and in an already hardened state, when the structure is completely ready

Monolithic houses: the benefits of technology

Recently, it has become popular to build monolithic houses. This technology has long been used by builders in Europe and the United States for the construction of cottages. In Russia, it is used quite recently and is gaining rapid popularity and demand

What you need to know to make the layout of the house comfortable

If the issue with the land has already been resolved, then construction begins with determining how the future owner sees his home: how many rooms there will be, their purpose and size. Thus, it is imperative to know what the layout of the house will be

How to build frame houses 8x8

It doesn't always make sense to hire a team to build a house. In cases where it comes to the frame structure, everything is quite simple, and in such a case you can safely do it on your own

Gabion structures: purpose, varieties, requirements

Gabions are wire mesh structures filled with filler in the form of stones, crushed stone, pebbles. The use of these building elements is extremely wide. They have found their niche in civil engineering, military affairs, and landscape design

Panoramic windows - a worthy decoration of any home

This type of glazing, like panoramic windows, is an opportunity to significantly transform the space around you, both inside the house and outside

Varieties of garden buildings to give

Garden buildings make the site functional and attractive. There are several types of structures that will help equip and transform the cottage. It is not necessary to build them all, just choose 2-3

Reconstruction is a complex process with its own peculiarities

Reconstruction is a rather complex process that requires special skills and knowledge. The extent of the reconstruction will depend on the type of reconstruction

Learn how to dig wells

Clean water is the resource without which a comfortable life is simply impossible. As well as possible, residents of those country houses in which there is no source of centralized water supply know about this. In such conditions, the question of how to dig wells becomes extremely relevant. Known to our distant ancestors, they continue to give us clean water to this day

Marble staircase - a combination of practicality and style

Classic marble and granite stairs look beautiful and expensive. Since ancient times, they have emphasized the social status of the owner of the house. They were installed in government buildings, museums, family estates and noble castles. After reading this article, you will learn about the main features and advantages of such structures

What are LSTC designs? Calculation, reviews, photos

LSTK designs are quite widespread today, the scope of their use is quite diverse. The abbreviation stands for light steel thin-walled structures

LSTK construction technology: general characteristics and advantages of LSTK

LSTK technology is a special alternative type of frame construction. The recently increased popularity of this technique is primarily due to the possibility of reducing the cost of erecting buildings and structures, as well as its environmental safety

Layout of a summer cottage 6 acres: design photo

The dream of all residents of the metropolis is a dacha. Everyone, without exception, wants to have their own suburban area. After all, this is not only their own vegetables and berries, but also a great vacation spot for the whole family. Site planning must be taken very seriously

The ceiling in a wooden house must be insulated

One of the great properties of wood is thermal insulation. Houses built of logs or timber are always warm and comfortable, despite the most severe climatic conditions. But even with all the efforts of the builders, it is not possible to avoid the formation of cracks and gaps between the boards. Therefore, wooden houses must be additionally insulated

Sand-cement tiles: price, reviews

The choice of roofing material is an important and crucial stage of construction work, since it is the roof that provides protection from precipitation and comfortable pastime indoors. For this purpose, sand-cement tiles are often used. Its popularity is due to the fact that the material meets two basic requirements: reliability and durability

Liquid insulation: specifications. Liquid wall insulation: reviews

The modern construction market is full of products from various manufacturers, including all kinds of heaters. Liquid insulation is used both outside and inside the building, ensuring proper heat exchange (it retains heat in winter and cool in summer). At the same time, it protects the room from moisture penetration, corrosion and mold, eliminates the possibility of condensation in the corners

Construction of a bath from logs

Wood is an environmentally friendly material with high strength and thermal insulation properties. Therefore, he was widely used in construction, including the construction of baths. Baths made of galvanized logs are still popular today, because they have an attractive appearance and are not inferior to brick or foam concrete counterparts

Bituminous tiles: benefits and reviews. Installation, laying of bituminous tiles

In the construction market of roofing materials flexible shingles are quite popular. This is due to its unique performance characteristics

How to insulate wooden windows for the winter with your own hands: technology and step-by-step instructions

In recent years, the popularity of plastic windows has increased significantly. Despite this, wooden windows are still quite common. Therefore, the question of how to insulate wooden windows for the winter remains relevant to this day

Frame houses: pros and cons. Construction technology of frame houses

Wooden houses have been actively gaining popularity in recent years. There is no ideal technology for their construction, which would not have obvious shortcomings and at the same time surpass all others. At the same time, they mainly build frame houses, the pros and cons of which ensured them great popularity in the domestic market, including

Double timber: building a house using Finnish technology. Double timber house: reviews

It is known even to a novice builder that log houses have two main drawbacks - thin walls and shrinkage of crowns. The latter occurs in connection with the shrinkage of wood. Therefore, methods are used that prevent deformation of the walls and contribute to their effective insulation. According to existing standards, the walls of the house should be no thinner than 20 cm. This problem can be solved by the technology of a double beam, which was first used by builders in Finland

Silk plaster: reviews. How much does silk plaster cost

Decorative dry mixes allow you to imitate almost any materials that have nothing to do with them. A prime example is silk plaster. Reviews of experts speak of its great prospects in the future

How to choose the best roofing material for your roof. Types of roofing material for the roof

In the recent past, a limited range of roofing materials were available on the construction market. It was represented by slate, steel sheets and galvanization. But the situation has changed: now it is not so easy for the buyer to choose a roofing material for the roof, as there is serious competition on the market, and the range has expanded significantly

4x6 bath layout: sink and steam room separately. The layout of the bath 4x6 with a separate steam room. Bath layout 4x6 with a separate sink

How to design a 4x6 bath with a separate sink and steam room? Where to place it? What building materials do you prefer? Read about all this and much more in the article

Plastic windows "Labrador": reviews. Windows "Labrador": prices

Plastic windows are not the first year in the lead in the segment. They are popular among all segments of the population, are in great demand, and are represented by an extensive model range. Today it is the most effective solution in the field of glazing. In addition, Labrador windows, the prices for which are very reasonable, can be purchased even with discounts. The initial cost of a product measuring, for example, 1500 mm by 1400 mm is about 9.5 thousand rubles

Lego bricks: reviews, composition. Brick production "Lego"

In the 1st half of the twentieth century, the Danish builder Ole Kirk decided to make a brick with a distinctly new shape. Namely, with such that the resulting product helps to lay itself. This is how "Lego" was created - a brick, reviews of which received from professionals in the construction industry indicate its reliability and ease of working with it. Read more about this and more

What is the end plate for?

When performing roofing work, in addition to the basic materials for covering and insulating against water and heat loss, so-called additional elements are also needed. These include such details as the valley, ridge, end plate and others. These elements protect the inner layers of the roof from external environmental influences, so it is necessary to choose and install these devices correctly

Japanese facade and wall panel

The article describes a facing material from Japan, intended for decoration of building facades. Describes the characteristics of KMEW wall panels

Horizontal well drilling. Horizontal directional drilling. Horizontal drilling technology

Drilling is an integral part of the construction of various kinds of structures, industrial and residential buildings. In addition, this operation is indispensable in cases where it is necessary to establish water supply for a detached house, to which they are not going to lay a central water supply in the foreseeable future. Separately, it is worth noting the horizontal drilling of wells, which is increasingly used in recent years

Construction company "Terem": customer reviews

Few people who want to get their own home will risk building on their own. So the happy owners of land are rushing about in search of a reliable construction company and with reasonable prices. Residents of Moscow and the Moscow region are no exception, but they are more fortunate than other Russians. The density of construction companies per capita there is much higher than throughout Russia. In our article, we will analyze the work of one of the construction companies - the company "Te

Glass walls as a way to complement the interior

Today there are many different building and finishing materials that allow you to implement any design solutions. Increasingly, you can find glass walls, which are used not only as partitions indoors, but also as external structures

A branch is Branches for an extract, GOST

Cooking is always accompanied by such unpleasant things as fumes and soot. A kitchen hood with a tap can eliminate these shortcomings. An outlet is an indispensable thing in the construction of a pipeline or duct. The concept, types, characteristics and requirements for the installation of taps will be discussed in detail in this article