Foundations with a basement under suburban private buildings are built quite often. Such structures are one of the varieties of slab base. During their construction, a solid slab is first poured, and then a concrete tape is arranged around its perimeter
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If you plan to dismantle an old house in order to build a new one in its place, you need a certain minimum of initial knowledge. After reviewing the information provided in our article, you can easily navigate this issue
Fence made of corrugated board, or euro-fence, as it is called, is a material that has recently been actively used for the construction of fences. It has a fairly large list of benefits, and therefore has become widespread in a short time, and is still gaining popularity
The question of how to insulate an aerated concrete house from the outside is being asked today by many owners of suburban areas. After all, foamed blocks are a very popular material among private developers today. Use for insulation of such buildings is allowed only insulators with a not too low degree of vapor permeability
The cellar is one of the important buildings on the site near your own house or cottage. Here you can store food, preservation for several months. It is quite possible to build a ground cellar on your own. At the same time, the cost of such a facility will be lower than that of underground storage facilities. How to do this job correctly will be discussed in the article
The article introduces the reader to the concept of putty and putty work. The purpose of the material, its main characteristics are determined. Well-known manufacturers and their popular products are described. Tips for choosing the right composition
Since ancient times, the cellar solved the problem of preserving vegetables. Growing a crop is only half the battle. It's more important to keep it. Even now, with the advent of the digital age, the concept of the cellar remains the same as it was a thousand years ago. The use of modern materials has led to the fact that the construction has become as quick and simple as possible. An example of this is a concrete cellar
Floor insulation makes living in a country house much more comfortable. In addition, by following this procedure, the owners of a private low-rise building get the opportunity to save on heating in winter. Different materials can be used for floor insulation in country houses. But more often, all such a procedure is carried out using mineral wool, polystyrene foam or expanded clay
In recent years, modular parquet has gained wide popularity both among the owners of unremarkable apartments in high-rise buildings, and among the owners of elite country cottages. This is not surprising - an absolutely natural material, quite simple to install, with an original design for any, the most sophisticated taste
About how to fill in a warm water floor, many owners of private houses would like to know for sure. Several types of materials can be used for this purpose. Most often, such warm floors in country houses are poured with a concrete mixture, semi-dry or self-leveling
Today the market offers an almost infinite number of alternatives for glazing loggias, balconies, windows and verandas. But what requirements do all double-glazed windows meet? Which is better to choose for high-rise buildings?
One of the most common flooring is laminate. Excellent properties along with an acceptable price distinguish it from other materials. A cork substrate under the laminate will help to increase performance
In order for you to remain the sole and rightful owner of your country house, take care of its safety
Soil mechanics is an essential component of the design and construction of reliable and durable foundations for structures of any type and scale. It is the exact theoretical calculations of this scientific discipline that make it possible to avoid many engineering errors and errors. And thus prevent catastrophes that could entail human casu alties
In the construction of houses, concrete piles are increasingly used for the foundation. With the help of concrete piles, it is possible to convey the building greater stability, fortresses. And most importantly - the cost of such a structure is quite low. In the article, we will consider what a foundation on piles of concrete is, as well as the possibility of building it with your own hands. Believe it's real
Which batteries heat better? Today, the market offers the consumer a huge selection of heating appliances, but despite this, many buyers still prefer conventional batteries and radiators
Some elements of drainage systems, such as water inlets, manholes and wells that go to the surface, are contaminated with fallen leaves, debris, etc. To protect against this and prevent clogging of elements of drainage systems, drainage grates are used
No structure can be imagined without a solid foundation. Most often, during the construction of buildings, a strip foundation is arranged. This is especially true for private housing construction
When deciding to renovate an apartment, it is important not to miss any trifles, and also to capture all the premises, even the smallest ones in terms of square. The latter include a balcony or loggias, which are often undeservedly deprived of attention. But, as you know, there are no trifles in the repair of trifles. And it is these premises that can become such necessary additional square meters, where you can create your own cozy corner for relaxation or other purposes
Painting of metal structures begins with mandatory surface preparation, such preliminary work is needed to improve the adhesion (adhesion) of the coating and metal elements
What is modern siding like? How to install it on the walls so that the building looks as attractive as possible? We have covered all these questions in our article
One of the most popular roofing materials is ondulin. Its installation will not cause difficulties. In addition, it is a very strong, durable and beautiful material. Ondulin will reliably protect your home from any adverse environmental factors
A significant part of the population of our state lives in the so-called Khrushchev - typical panel houses, the fashion for which was introduced by Secretary General Nikita Sergeevich Khrushchev. Tiny kitchens, cramped co-located units, small hallways… This is familiar to many. Only a few can afford to somehow radically improve their living conditions, to buy an apartment in a new building with all amenities and a large area
A few decades ago, we did not hear about the frame-panel technology for building houses. And now on the territory of Russia, about 30% of the IZHS houses being built are made using the technology of frame construction
Welding is one of the most important manufacturing processes. With its help, the connection of steel parts in a wide variety of designs is performed. As in the case of other production processes, marriage sometimes occurs. In this case, it means defects in the weld, which can drastically reduce the quality of the finished product, or even make its operation deadly
Warming the house from the outside allows you to protect the house from heat loss and prevent condensation. There are many materials for insulating the walls of the house from the outside. Each option has its own features and installation methods
ZHSK - a housing construction cooperative, the essence of which is the voluntary association of citizens with the aim of building apartment buildings. Recently, the housing cooperative mechanism has been rapidly gaining popularity among participants in the Russian real estate market
Water pressure in the water supply is one of the main indicators that affect the normal life of a person and the functioning of household appliances. High or low pressure has a devastating effect on sensitive plumbing. There are several ways to adjust the water pressure in the water supply
Do-it-yourself autonomous power supply at home is a fairly simple task that requires certain qualification skills and special equipment. The main thing is to correctly calculate the power consumption and choose the best option for an energy source
The presence of a cold floor in the house leads to a certain discomfort, especially in the winter season, since even the boiler, turned on at full power, is not able to warm the surface to the optimum level. This phenomenon is due to the fact that the traditional heating system is able to heat only the air mass, and not a dense and massive surface. One way to solve the problem is to connect the underfloor heating to the heating system
Baluster is a rack used to connect railings and steps. The main function is to ensure safe operation and sufficient strength of the ladder. Owners of their own homes often use balusters. How to fasten them correctly?
The thermal conductivity of expanded polystyrene is quite low, because the air that is at the base of the material also has such characteristics. Therefore, the described insulation parameter varies from 0.037 to 0.043 W / mK, as for air, this characteristic is 0.027 W / mK
It is simply impossible to do without heating residential and non-residential premises in our climatic region, which is why it is important to pay special attention to the processes associated with the organization of the entire system. Heating from polypropylene provides for the observance of a number of stages during the work, which includes not only preparation, but also the assembly itself
Wood putty is used to correct various irregularities on wooden surfaces in the interior areas of the room. This material has been widely used. Putty does not pass moisture well, which provides effective surface protection, and this will allow it to operate noticeably longer
Whatever the construction work, they should all begin with marking (or planning) the site and preparing the foundation. In the estimates that construction companies or the owner provide to the customer, earthworks always take first place. An ordinary consumer is sure that only excavation and its removal are included in the assessment of preparatory work. However, such work cannot be carried out without taking into account the characteristics of the soil. An important characteristic can be considered the coefficient of soil loosening
Acid-resistant tiles have unique qualities. It is able to act as a reliable protection of surfaces from their interaction with chemically active aggressive compounds
Surely every person sooner or later thinks that it would be nice to have your own house. It is profitable, prestigious, convenient, has many advantages over an apartment. After all, the presence of your site opens up many opportunities for construction and household arrangements. In the course of the article, we will try to describe in an accessible way how to build a house, consider all the intricacies of the process, and talk about what is needed for this
Making a canopy on a summer cottage with your own hands will most likely not be too difficult. Frames of such structures can be built from timber or pipes. Country canopies are usually sheathed with profiled sheet or polycarbonate
The article will tell about the principle of construction and operation of solar collectors. About their use in your home. How to heat a house and heat water
There are different ways to solve the problem of water supply in a summer cottage. One of the most convenient and low-budget methods is a sand well. It's not too difficult to make it. However, there are some important rules to keep in mind