Raft or mat foundations are very important in the construction of large buildings. It is used especially when the ground wherein construction is to be done is very weak or where the construction work requires the structure to spread out...
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Sheet pile walls are a type of structure used in construction and created to retain soil, or water, or both, most often available as an interlocking system such that individual pieces providing intermediate structural nature function together. Reading this article,...
Foundation engineering is one of the fundamentals of the stability and safety of a building. You can raise your building to any height based on the foundation. Among the various methods utilized for deep foundations, the drilled shaft foundation, or...
Concrete mix design is a meticulous engineering process. It determines the accurate proportion of cement, water, fine aggregates, coarse aggregates, and chemical admixtures to create concrete with desired properties. Each of these raw materials possesses unique physical characteristics. By carefully...
White cement is a material that often gets overlooked when it comes to fixing up your home. But this material can do a lot. You can use it to fill spaces between tiles, fix cracks, and even make cool art....
Teak is a tropical wood that has been used since ancient times for the construction and creation of interior elements. The annual supply of teak wood is estimated to be between 2 and 2.5 million cubic meters (CBM). The sources...
A retaining wall is constructed to prevent the pressure of water, sand, or soil being pushed against it in order to support soil or other materials. These walls are available in a variety of styles and serve a variety of...
Building beams and columns, doors, windows, and furniture are just a few of the many uses for teak wood that are common in India. They are accessible for export and are grown profusely in the forest. Teak wood has a...
Wall construction is a crucial aspect of building design. The choice between RCC and brick walls significantly influences a building’s structure, insulation, soundproofing, appearance, and budget. RCC walls offer superior strength and durability, which is ideal for load-bearing structures. Brick...
In construction, beams are key to keeping structures stable and strong. The ground beams and plinth beams are particularly important elements of a building’s substructure and first floors. Although they may appear similar at first sight and sometimes are even...