Construction Industry Blog

Ceramics - what are they and how are they made?

22-10-2025

It is one of the oldest building materials, which – despite the passage of thousands of years – continues to shape our environment. What does this term actually mean? How is it produced and what makes ceramic bricks, tiles and slabs so durable? Let’s find out.

22-01-2025

Choosing the right building materials is an important decision, both for a new facility and for the thermo-modernization of older buildings. One of the parameters affecting energy efficiency that is worth considering is the thermal conductivity coefficient. What is the lambda coefficient (λ) and why is its value so important in construction?

22-01-2025

Sandwich panels are one of the most popular materials in modern construction. They are lightweight, easy to install and have excellent thermal insulation properties. At the same time, they have a wide range of applications – from warehouses to residential buildings. How to properly install sandwich panels? How to avoid mistakes and plan the whole […]

22-01-2025

Waterproofing is the basis of the construction industry and the safe use of any property. Without it, foundations, walls or floors quickly deteriorate, and interiors can become a breeding ground for mold. Properly selected materials, careful execution of vertical and horizontal insulation and knowledge of various types of protection allow to avoid costly repairs, protect […]

20-11-2024

Thermomodernisation of buildings is becoming increasingly popular, especially in the context of rising energy costs and the need to protect the environment. Upgrading a house or multi-family building can result in significant savings on heating bills, improve the comfort of the home and increase the value of the property at the same time. What is […]

22-10-2024

Modern construction places great emphasis on energy efficiency and reducing heat loss in buildings. One of the key parameters that affects the thermal performance of buildings is thermal resistance. It is through the right choice of insulation materials with high thermal resistance that it is possible to significantly reduce heating costs and increase the thermal […]

14-02-2024

The technologies available today enable us to perform many tasks quickly, easily and effectively. This applies to, e.g., the construction industry. However, despite the invention and popularisation of products such as PUR foams, we still use traditional materials such as polystyrene foam. When is it worth using it, which type to choose and how much […]

Chemistry at home

3-10-2023

The term ‘construction chemistry’ had once been used only for additives to concrete mixes. Over the years, the industry has developed significantly, and the definition itself has evolved. Currently, in this category of chemicals, a whole range of substances necessary both during typical construction and finishing works is available. Many new mixtures for mortars and […]

5-09-2023

How much heat will escape through the walls and how much through the roof or windows? We do not have to base on estimates here. In order to precisely calculate the heat losses for each building envelope component and material, we can use the thermal conductivity coefficient (so-called U-factor). How to calculate it and why […]

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