Construction 2024, November

Houses from DSP: composition of the material, its structure, characteristics, ease of use, pros and cons of operation

Cement particle board houses have a longer service life and better fire resistance. And what are the features of such a cladding, how it is made and what properties such structures acquire, we will tell in the article

Adhesive foam for aerated concrete: types with descriptions, characteristics, tips for choosing

Before you go to buy foam adhesive for aerated concrete, you should find out its main characteristics. To begin with, it is important to familiarize yourself with the main features of the adhesive. Recommendations of builders will help you make the right choice

Heat-resistant wire for sauna: classification and types, description and characteristics, tips for choosing

Before you buy a heat-resistant wire for a sauna, you should familiarize yourself with the main features of the cable. Given the characteristics, classification and types, you should make your choice. Before buying, it is important to remember the recommendations of an electrician

What kind of insulation do not gnaw mice: a review of materials, methods of protection against rodents

No matter how high the performance, thermal insulation qualities of the insulation, rats and mice can destroy all the efforts of builders. Rodents create passages, holes in materials. They are hard to stop. However, there are materials that are less susceptible to rodent attack. You can also apply additional methods of protection. What kind of insulation mice do not gnaw will be discussed in detail in the article

Andrey Ratnikov's septic tanks: description, device, principle of operation, tips and tricks

In our short article we will talk about Andrey Ratnikov's autonomous sewage systems. Few have heard the name of this engineer, but everyone knows about multi-chamber septic tanks. After all, it should be noted that it is multi-chamber septic tanks that are able to purify all wastewater

Pros and cons of brick houses: description, features, specifications, professional advice

Many people who decide to engage in individual construction or purchase an apartment in a high-rise building would probably like to know what are the pros and cons of brick houses. Such buildings are distinguished primarily by a long service life. But at the same time, their construction is usually quite expensive

Shakhty tiles: reviews, recommendations, expert advice

Reviews of Shakhty tiles on the Web are both good and not too good. But in any case, this tile is considered the highest quality of all similar materials produced in Russia. The advantages of this tile, consumers include, first of all, the original modern design

Ratnikov's septic tank: device, advantages, installation

Andrey Ratnikov is an expert in the study and organization of autonomous sewage systems, a member of the Union of Designers of Engineering Systems of Buildings. One of his inventions is an autonomous septic tank, which can be used to treat wastewater in private houses and cottages

What is the underfloor heating poured in: an overview of materials and technology

Recently, heated floors are very popular. This is a great opportunity to provide maximum comfort in the house. With this system, you can easily control the temperature in the room and ensure an optimal microclimate. For a warm floor to be effective, you need to follow the installation technology. An important step is the installation of the upper protective layer. What is the best way to fill a warm water floor? Consider in the article

Entering electricity into the house from the pole: rules for connecting electricity, norms, advice from electricians

The article will talk about how electricity is introduced into a house from a pole with a SIP wire through a pipe rack or underground. It is worth paying attention to the fact that the total power of all consumers that are in the house can be very impressive. For this reason, the input is the most vulnerable point, errors during installation should not be allowed

Twinblock: sizes, description, specifications, pros and cons, reviews

Among all modern building materials, twin blocks from Yekaterinburg, produced by the Teplit plant, stand out for their quality and compliance with the declared characteristics and dimensions. Twin blocks are made of cellular concrete - a chemically inert substance consisting of Portland cement, silicate sand and aluminum powder, which acts as a foaming agent. A large number of pores reduces the thermal conductivity and weight of the twin block in comparison with other building materials

"Vetonit", plaster: specifications, purpose

"Vetonit" - new generation plaster. It, depending on the composition, can be used for different types of work on different surfaces. The main characteristics are strength, reliability, frost resistance, excellent adhesion

Pulling plaster - what is it? How to grind the plaster on the wall?

The complete dismantling of the old coating for the application of a new one is far from always justified, therefore, restoration measures should not be abandoned. The most common operations of this kind include grinding plaster. What is this operation? This procedure is in the nature of a minor repair in the form of sealing a damaged finish

Which is better: aluminum or plastic windows? Comparison, advantages and disadvantages

Today, a huge selection of windows is on sale. Most often, the profile is made of plastic. However, there are also aluminum windows. They differ in performance. Which is better: aluminum or plastic windows? The answer to this question can be found by considering the advice of experts. They will be presented in the article

Garage in a private house: norms and requirements, pros and cons, reviews

People who own a car build or purchase a garage on a private lot. A garage in a private house can be located on the adjacent territory or be built into the house. But before deciding which is better, this issue is studied comprehensively

How to build a bunker with your own hands: materials and stages of work

The home is considered the protective fortress of every person. But this is in a conventional sense - many began to think about more reliable buildings. The question arises of how to build a bunker. It is located underground, nothing better to invent. If a person is afraid of natural disasters and just tries to be in a protective place, there are special projects for such a structure

How to cook ceiling seams: execution technique, necessary materials and tools, expert advice

Typical manual and arc techniques to varying degrees allow the use of oblique welding methods. The problem is that on a vertical surface, the melt flows naturally, complicating the workflow. But how to cook ceiling seams that are completely turned down to the flooring? After all, the melt will drip, in principle, not allowing the operation to be performed qualitatively. In this case, there are some tricks that are successfully applied in practice

Cedar lining: features and benefits

Cedar wood has an unusual shade and a rather beautiful texture. It lends itself well to processing and has a pleasant and persistent aroma. That is why cedar lining is often used for interior finishing work in baths and saunas

Brick house: the pros and cons of construction, types of bricks, classification, characteristics, tips for choosing, application features, reviews and reviews of owners

In the life of any person there comes a moment when the question arises of purchasing your own home. Someone buys an apartment, and some are thinking about building a house away from the bustle of the city, the noise of cars and factories

Silicate brick: pros and cons of use, types, classification, characteristics, tips for choosing, reviews and recommendations for use

Silicate brick - a modern building material with excellent performance, such as lightness, thermal conductivity, perfect geometry. Silicate brick is much more affordable than ceramic

Installation of PVC panels. Basic moments

PVC panels are considered quite popular finishing material. They are 100% moisture resistant, durable, resistant to environmental factors

Do-it-yourself polycarbonate car awnings: work order

Polycarbonates are widely used as a building material in various fields. In the household, sheathing, roofs and walls of greenhouses are made from it. In this case, we will consider the technology of mounting a carport made of polycarbonate, which can be implemented independently, without the help of specialists

Porch for home - device

The porch for the house as a design is a raised platform located in front of the front door. Usually the porch is made of the same material as the whole house

Plastic laminated windows in the interior

Most recently, we stared at snow-white plastic windows and secretly envied their owners. They were a rarity and spoke about the high level of income of their owners, because the prices for them were far from accessible to everyone

What is a sewer check valve

For more efficient operation of the sewer system, it is necessary to install special valves. A sewer check valve keeps wastewater that can change its direction when pipes are blocked

Choose a new floor. Thickness of laminate flooring and underlayment

When choosing a laminate flooring, its thickness plays a significant role. The greater the thickness of the laminate, the higher the performance, as well as material characteristics such as sound absorption and warmth

Plastic windows with climate control: is it worth installing them?

In the domestic market, plastic windows with climate control appeared relatively recently, and therefore, most people continue to distrust the "novelty". However, is it really worth paying extra N-th amount for the presence of a miniature valve? Let's try to figure this out

Installation of PVC windows in accordance with GOST - quality assurance

The article will talk about the advantages of plastic windows over other designs, as well as how important it is to install PVC windows according to GOST. In it you can get an answer to the age-old question - is it possible to install plastic windows in winter?

Installation of corrugated roofing: sequence of actions and features of the procedure

In order for the roof to function correctly, it is necessary to properly install the corrugated roof. There is a whole instruction that will allow you to install it yourself

How to properly measure PVC windows?

What are the requirements for measuring windows? What is the best tool to use? How to quickly measure PVC windows?

Calculation of the heating system: an example. Types and elements of the heating system

Calculation of the heating system of a private house (and not only a private one) is a very important stage on which the success of the entire project depends. It determines how energy efficient and comfortable the home will be. Such calculations are classified as complex. But if you wish, you can independently develop a project for a heating system

Insulation of a wooden house: the choice of materials and technology

Insulation of a wooden house can be done both outside and inside. At the same time, mineral wool or polystyrene foam can be used to isolate the enclosing structures. The floors of a wooden house are often insulated using expanded clay

Arbor from a log with your own hands: features, types and recommendations

Features and types of arbors made of logs. Where is the best place to place a gazebo at their summer cottage. Technological stages of construction of a gazebo from a log

Carpet - the pros and cons, features of the choice and installation of material

When moving to a new home, the question often arises regarding the choice of suitable flooring. For many owners, the process of selecting it becomes extremely lengthy and painful. Significantly speed up the process will help acquaintance with such a popular coating as floor carpet

Slab are natural stone plates. Slab of marble

Slab are slabs of stone, which can be based on soft rocks. They are used for paving floors, making columns and wall cladding. Panels can form the basis of internal steps in buildings with low traffic and private homes

How to sheathe a bath from the outside: the choice of materials and technology

In order for the bathhouse to constantly keep a high temperature, and the cost of maintaining it was less, the building must be insulated from the outside. Finishing is often combined with thermal insulation. These works make it possible to make the microclimate inside the building more comfortable, as well as to protect the materials at the base of the walls from negative external factors. All this extends the life of the bath

Construction of a house from concrete blocks

If you plan to build the foundation of a house from concrete blocks, you will get a structure with high frost resistance and strength. This allows the use of vibropressed concrete blocks for the installation of a plinth or strip foundation. You should purchase material of a brand not lower than M100

Insulation of a cold attic floor: features, device and recommendations

When insulating a house, be sure to pay attention to the laws of physics. According to them, the air heated in the rooms will rise to the ceiling. If the attic is not sufficiently insulated, then the heat will escape to the outside, and this whole process can be called heat loss

How to make a crate for a metal tile with your own hands: step by step instructions

Before you make a crate under the Monterrey metal tile, you need to familiarize yourself with its main differences. Among others, the possibility of using this material for roofs with a slope that exceeds 14 ° should be highlighted. A reinforced truss system is not required, because the weight per square meter is less than 5 kg. The thickness of the board under the metal tile can be equal to the limit from 27 to 35 mm

Aerated concrete blocks "Aerostone": reviews, characteristics. OOO "AeroStone-Dmitrov"

Dmitrov Aerated Concrete Plant "Aerostone" manufactures products that comply with the requirements of German and EU regulatory documents and the established standards of the Russian Federation. Blocks are manufactured on new equipment, which is supplied by Masa-Henke, a global manufacturer from Germany. The high quality of products is guaranteed by the technical control of foreign specialists and advanced technologies