Out-of-town construction is gaining more and more popularity in Russia. For this, blocks made of aerated concrete are used. Many Russians are attracted by their low price and good construction characteristics. Outwardly, aerated concrete blocks resemble porous rock, but have clear shapes with a smooth surface
Construction 2024, November
How to strengthen the old foundation of the house? This problem often occurs among owners of private houses who live in them for a long time. This article will help you solve it. It describes in simple words how to do it yourself
If repairs are being made in your house or apartment, then it is impossible to do without alabaster. What is this material obtained from, is it harmful to human he alth? Alabaster - what is it? All these questions are answered below
There are many opinions about aerated concrete. The material has many advantages, but is not without serious drawbacks. The article describes aerated concrete blocks, the technical characteristics of this material, and discusses how to use it
In hardware stores today there are many floor coverings that we call linoleum. But most of them are PVC coated and made from synthetic materials. Natural linoleum is produced by only three major manufacturers. This is the Forbo concern, which occupies the main market share, Tarkett and DLW
Laminate is a fairly popular type of coating in any room: both in apartments and in offices. Easy to install without help
Anti-frost additives in mortar today are quite actively used in construction. Their appearance made it possible to erect buildings and structures at any time of the year without harming the quality of future structures
Many finishing materials on the market, gives unlimited scope for any design fantasies. The standard size of a drywall sheet makes it the most convenient solution for finishing walls, ceilings, niches, arches, and any openings. Let's talk about the nuances of using drywall sheets
"Izorok" is a reliable and inexpensive insulation. It is used to insulate both walls and roofs, partitions, floors and ceilings. You can buy this wonderful material very inexpensively, and it will last for many years. Insulators of this brand have been deservedly popular by private homeowners for the second decade
Before you start building a residential building, you must definitely consider projects for houses made of aerated concrete. They will describe everything to the smallest detail, including the type of foundation. The type of foundation to be chosen depending on many factors and aspects, among them we can distinguish soil
Probably everyone dreams of their own home. But due to various circumstances, it is often not possible to acquire private living space. If you can't buy a house, then you can build it. With new building technologies, it is now possible to build a house from gas blocks with your own hands in a relatively short period of time
The construction of houses from a gas block is most often carried out on a carrier plate, which has a high bearing area and is able to undergo structural loads. It is not necessary to deepen such a foundation too much. Excavation volumes and labor intensity will be reduced, as will the total cost of construction. It is necessary to start work with excavation and marking the site
Before answering this question, it is important to know what these building materials are. Each of them has its own advantages and disadvantages. Let's start with the most common and well-known material - brick
Cable (wire) VVG consists of cores made of copper and covered with a layer of PVC. It has a flat shape and in most cases is used to transmit electrical energy with its further distribution in various stationary installations
The popular VVGng-LS cable is designed for wiring equipment indoors, outdoors, electrical installation products (channels, tunnels, pipes, trays, etc.) provided there are no tensile loads on the product
The modern market offers a huge selection of various window sills. Which window sill is better to choose? How to mount it with your own hands?
The most unusual toilets in the world: description, features, interesting facts, photos. The most unusual toilets: where are they, what do they look like? The most unusual country toilet: recommendations on how to do it yourself?
The article is devoted to the design of heating and water supply systems in private homes. Considered the nuances in the choice of equipment and project preparation
Asbestos is called a white natural mineral, or rather, a group of fine-fiber minerals. This stone is used in many industries. There are two types of asbestos: amphibole and chrysotile. Chrysotile asbestos is more popular. How it differs from the amphibole analogue, we will describe further
There is a pretty good option on how to make a pond in the country with water enriched with oxygen. It can be created using a multi-level bath and a water circulation system - you get cascades
In our article we will tell you about an interesting finishing material with a beautiful name - pebble plaster. It has a fairly long service life and is equally successfully used both for interior work and for giving nobility to the exterior of buildings
Metal ladder is the strongest and most durable, as well as safe design that can be built in any country house
To make high-quality laying of any material, you need to have special tools with you. One of them is a plastering trowel or, as people say, a spatula
The variety of braziers that are presented in stores is so great that the eyes run wide: forged, metal, brick, of various sizes and shapes. But this does not mean that it is necessary to buy this or that brazier, because you can make it yourself
If you have a country or country house, there must be a brazier on its territory. The design of its existence will give you a lot of pleasant and positive emotions. Brick braziers are useful helpers, which are a special brazier used for cooking fish, meat and vegetables
Building a brick barbecue with your own hands is relatively easy. To do this, you just need to have the initial skills of a bricklayer and do the work carefully, in strict accordance with the chosen order. In addition, such facilities are in most cases inexpensive
The article will describe in as much detail as possible the schemes of a brick fireplace, available for repetition by novice masters. After all, it is no secret to anyone that the services of experienced stove-makers cost a lot - at least you will pay 18,000-25,000 rubles for all turnkey work. It seems that making a fireplace on your own is a simple matter that everyone can do. But is it? Can a novice master do everything? This is what we will try to figure out
Many parents try to spend as much time as possible with their children outside the city. This is not surprising: clean air, a reservoir or a river, birdsong in the morning. And if your family also has a tradition of going to the country, then you need to make sure that this trip for children is not only useful, but also fun
PVC laminate is a fairly popular material these days, actively used in decoration. In this article, we will consider the main characteristics, advantages and features of using this material
This is a relatively "young" finishing material that has earned the popularity of buyers due to its versatility. The scope of its application is so wide that it is difficult to imagine where it cannot be used
The foundation is the supporting part of the building, which transfers the load to the foundation from the structure above. The FBS foundation is a popular building material that is durable, economical and durable
Thermaflex insulation is used today by both private and industrial users. This is due to the excellent quality characteristics of the mentioned products
Coaxial chimney - one of the recent developments of engineers, which allows you to increase the efficiency of the heating system used and is suitable for any type of fuel
Plumbing wiring may be required during major repairs or in the event of a breakdown of the water supply. This process can be carried out independently, without the involvement of specialists, the main thing is to have the appropriate tool available and be able to handle it. The work is carried out according to a pre-planned plan, divided into several main stages
Sewage plastic pipes are gradually replacing their less technological predecessors. They are quite common today in private and industrial construction
Reinforced concrete pipes, despite the availability of steel and polymer products on the modern market, have not ceased to be popular. They are usually used in the process of installing highways. They are capable of withstanding heavy loads
Building a frame for the installation of plasterboard structures is a completely feasible task even without specialists. It takes a little skill and patience
RCD is a tool that protects people from electric shock. In addition, it is designed to protect an apartment or house from a fire that can occur when the electrical wiring ignites. The connection diagram of an RCD without grounding must be correctly drawn up, otherwise it will only bring harm
At the moment, many private houses still use old-type heating systems - open. In such networks, heated water flows by gravity through pipes due to thermal expansion, which is not very convenient. The radiators farthest from the boiler in such systems heat up worse than the nearest ones
Each season, the suburban construction market is replenished with new housing construction technologies. In the past few years, houses made of glued laminated timber, reviews of the owners of which are contained in the article, are very popular among buyers