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Raft or Mat Foundation Raft Foundation is such a Foundation that covers the entire area under the structure. Raft foundation is also known as mat foundation because in this foundation RCC slab covers the entire area of the structure as Mat does. Before starting any construction, we need to understand what would be the best … Continue reading Raft or Mat Foundation
11 Situation Which Demands Pile Foundation For a Structure The Pile foundation can be used for any type of soil and for any type of structure. In fact, they provide a common solution to all the difficult problems of the foundation. But it doesn't mean that you can use the pile foundation wherever you want, … Continue reading 11 Situation Which Demands Pile Foundation for a Structure
What is Mud Plaster? Mud plaster is another type of plaster that is mostly used in cases of village and temporary kutcha construction. This is the cheapest type of plaster. Mud plaster is also known as earth plaster. Process of Preparing Mud Plaster It is made up of earth with an adequate percentage of clay … Continue reading Mud Plaster – How to Prepare & Apply Mud Plaster & Benefits
Different Types of Defects in Painting Following are the different types of defects in painting: Different Types of Defects in Painting 1. Fading The effect of sun rays on the painted surface can cause some of the paint to lose its color, this phenomenon is known as fading. 2. Bloom The formation of dull patches … Continue reading 8 Different Types of Defects in Painting
Thermal insulation of exposed Walls The following measures may be adopted to prevent heat flow through exposed walls: 1. We know that the thermal resistance is proportional to the thickness of the wall. Therefore, the thickness of the exposed wall should be sufficient. 2. Use of thermally insulating material prevents the flow of heat through … Continue reading Thermal insulation of exposed Walls
Terrazzo Flooring Terrazzo flooring is a special type of concrete flooring, which is becoming more and more popular due to its highly decorated. The floor in which topping or finishing is made of terrazzo cement concrete is known as terrazzo flooring. Terrazzo cement concrete is one type of cement concrete in which marble chips or … Continue reading Terrazzo Flooring | Building Construction
Pointing - MCQ 1. Which statement is correct? a) Plastering work is more expensive than pointing work.b) Pointing work is more expensive than plastering work.c) None of the correct statements. View Answer a) Plastering work is more expensive than pointing work 2. Which is the following work gives more protection against weathering effects? a) Plastering … Continue reading Pointing – MCQ || Building Construction