Under the term "soil heaving" lies a rather complex phenomenon of natural origin, which can lead to serious consequences. During the period when the ground freezes, the foundation rises along with the entire structure. When thawing occurs, the opposite happens - the base drops. But the bottom line is that it happens unevenly
Construction 2024, September
A popular and practical way in modern interior decoration is to cover the floor and walls with various types of ceramic tiles. The range of material offered by manufacturers is distinguished by quality and manufacturing technology. Unglazed ceramic tiles have high strength and special wear resistance. In this article, we will consider in detail this type of building finishing material
It is generally accepted that the merits of a certain material or product are based on its characteristics. Low weight, high strength, thermal conductivity, as well as other properties determine the areas of use and possibilities. All of the above applies to ceramic granite. It has unique technical characteristics that allow the material to be used for a wide range of applications
Today it is impossible to imagine that repairs can be made without dry plaster compositions for leveling walls. They are successfully used for both exterior and interior decoration. In addition, it is additional heat and sound insulation
Almost every builder knows what drywall is. However, there are many nuances that you should know when working and using this building material
To insulate houses, builders use many different types of insulation. This can include the already famous mineral wool in rolls and mats, the old proven polystyrene and many other materials. The range of modern heaters is extremely numerous and very diverse. A worthy place among all thermal insulators is occupied by bulk heaters
In our time, it is generally accepted that owning a house is an impossible dream, and only the very rich segments of the population can afford such a luxury. Fortunately, this is not the case. Using the technology of Canadian panel houses, almost everyone can acquire their own housing
SIP panels - one of the new materials used in the construction of houses. They are used most often for the construction of walls. These are lightweight and very durable panels, characterized by low thermal conductivity, moisture resistance and ease of installation
Given the increase in construction costs, reliable, but fairly cheap materials are becoming increasingly important. One of them is moisture resistant chipboard
Cork flooring enjoys well-deserved popularity among owners of apartments and country houses. And no wonder. The advantages of such material is just a huge amount. It is made from the bark of a cork oak that grows in the forests of Portugal and Spain. In the production of such boards, a substance obtained from the cashew nut shell is used as a binder
Among rolled metal, a thin metal sheet is quite widely demanded in the construction industry. Its application is very diverse, and each case has its own technological features
Many people are interested in how to make two-level plasterboard ceilings for the living room. A photo of various options is offered in our article. Step-by-step instructions and basic installation rules. Arrangement options and practical recommendations for the workflow. Puttying and painting, installation of lighting fixtures
For a long time, a log bath in Russia was not just a “washing place”, but primarily a means for rest, relaxation and spiritual cleansing. Indeed, what could be better after a long and hard day than a bathhouse with its scalding steam, and with a birch broom spreading a unique aroma around?
After reading this article, you will be able to find out what an elevator unit is, which is used in the heating system of residential buildings, as well as what role it plays there
From this article you can learn the most proven and common ways to waterproof the foundation of any building
Sections of pipelines are located both on the surface and underground. Therefore, it is extremely important that the efficiency of isolation of communications from cold and other external influences be sufficiently high. Pipe insulation does an excellent job with this task
Brick is one of the most famous building materials. This is an artificial stone that has the shape of a bar. It has increased strength, water resistance, frost resistance due to firing or steam treatment. It differs in composition, form and manufacturing technology. Let's take a look at its main types
If there is a need to heat a low-rise residential building, then traditionally they choose the use of special furnace structures
Concrete blocks for the foundation, made at the factory, are of fairly high quality. This is due to the production technology
In Russian there are about five transcripts of this word. They relate to construction, to geometry, the name of settlements and rivers. And few people realize that the meaning of the word "ends" is completely different
Until a certain time, air lime was used in construction only in slaked form. I. V. Smirnov in the thirties proposed to use the substance in a different way
Sand-crushed stone mixture, which is known under the abbreviation PSC, consists of 50 percent screenings and the same amount of crushed stone. In this case, the content of the last ingredient or gravel must be at least 15% of the total mass. This material is obtained as a result of crushing limestone, and its natural variety can also be included here
Preparation of concrete mixes is certainly a very responsible procedure. It is necessary to make such solutions in compliance with, among other things, the requirements of GOST 7473-2010. There are only two main methods of mixing concrete - manual and mechanical
Expanded clay block is a modern building material that is used in the construction of low-rise buildings, utility rooms and other structures
To anyone who wants to make the facade of their house really neat and aesthetically pleasing. you can not do without such material as putty for outdoor work. Its most popular varieties today are acrylic and dry. In addition, in accordance with the functional purpose, putty can be divided into starting and finishing
When building a brick garage, the next step is to start pouring the foundation. The simplest solution would be a concrete structure. To implement the idea, it is necessary to lay a rubble stone in the prepared trench, filling each row with cement mortar until the trench is filled
Paint consumption is of great practical importance when performing any painting work. The rational use of paint helps not only to perform the necessary painting work with high quality, but also to save
If the calculation of natural ventilation is done correctly, you will get a well-ventilated comfortable room. And for designing a high-quality and reliable system, it is very important to take everything into account correctly
One of the main design elements is ceramic tiles. It is on how it is laid that will depend on the appearance of the room. Tiling can be done in several ways. Let's take a closer look at each of them
Home comfort is priceless. In any case, we never spare money for repairs. This is especially true for those cases when you buy an apartment or house on the secondary market, in which the floors were laid back in very old times
False beams on the ceiling can also be made from drywall. This material is practical, affordable, and easy to process. It can be finished with almost any technology
Sewer revision as an integral element of the piping system. A description of the operational features and design of this device will help in choosing the optimal model. Properly installed sewer revision will improve the parameters of the entire system
An article about how curb stones appeared. What is their peculiarity and main purpose? How did they develop along with civilization, how are they used and created in our time? This article will help those who are interested in this direction in construction
Wooden flooring can be used both for the basement or first floor with a ground floor, and for the floor on the second and subsequent floors with overlapping beams. The design changes significantly if the base is reinforced concrete slabs or concrete screed, and modifications are also possible to simplify installation and reduce the overall cost
The time of curved walls, ceilings and floors is gradually leaving our lives. Today, homeowners in many ways go to align the lines in their apartments and houses, the floor here plays the most important role. It is from the floor that the general horizontal of the room will be “drawn”. In order for it to be even, a screed with level guides is often used - the so-called beacons, with the correct installation of which the floor turns out to be smooth and perfectly even
If we talk about the concept of "the end of the building" in general terms, then this is the side of the construction site that does not carry the function of the main entrance. Usually the end of the house is the wall with the smallest area. Quite often, these walls are erected deaf, without window and door openings
Why are manholes round? A counter question arises: - what else can they be? Theoretically, the hatch can be square, rectangular or any other shape. Nevertheless, the standard defines just such a design. The hatch must be closed with a lid. And the reliability and at the same time ease of operation of the object can be provided by just such a form
In the construction of the frame of any house, the construction of the roof is the final stage. The strength and reliability of the roof depends on each correctly installed element. Truss trusses play a special role. This element is very time consuming and requires serious attention to itself
It is difficult to imagine modern construction today, in which a reinforced concrete beam is not used. Such elements are indispensable in the construction of various kinds of structures and ceilings. Reinforced concrete beams are also used in the construction of airport runways, temporary access roads, and in the construction of bridges. The material used for their manufacture is durable and resistant to many types of impacts, making such ceilings extremely durable
In modern construction, a huge amount of various hardware products are used. At the same time, it is unthinkable to do without the longest special fastener, which is called the “foundation bolt”. He has another, less popular name - "hairpin"