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Tshering Dorji
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Types of Doors used in Building Construction: 11 Types
The types of doors are discussed in the article as it is one of the important components of the building which provides access to the...
What is Curtain Wall systems?: Types, Components and Advantages
You might have seen a tall glass building or a building covered with glass. Such type of buildings’ appearance is either a structure glazing or...
What is the difference between S-trap and P-Trap?
As a Civil Engineer, one’s knowledge of plumbing should not be limited to textbooks or left to the plumber. It is essential for the civil...
Construction of Cement Stone Masonry Retaining Walls
Retaining walls are not normally intended to support the soil behind them against slope failures. They are primarily meant to support the active or passive...
Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete (GFRC): Uses, Properties, Advantages & Cost in Construction
The glass fiber reinforced concrete (GFRC) was developed in 1960s and gained its popularity for the use in exterior building façade, panels and as architectural precast...
Aluminium Paint: Composition, Uses, Advantages, Limitations and Application
Aluminium paint is a metallic-pigment coating that produces a bright silver or aluminium-coloured finish. It is commonly used on prepared metal surfaces, roofs, pipes, tanks,...
Plum Concrete: Definition, Ratio, Uses, Advantages & Construction Method
Plum concrete is a form of concrete in which large stone is used along the plain cement concrete. This type of concrete is known as...
What is Shotcrete? Types, Process, Applications & Advantages (Complete Guide)
Shotcrete is a technique of applying cement mortar or concrete at high speed onto the prepared vertical or overhead surface which is conveyed through a...
Stairs of Different Materials and Suitable Application
Introduction This article discusses staircases constructed from different materials, following our recent article on the various types of stairs. Staircases may be built using any...