Construction Industry Blog

What is an expansion joint? Where should it be used?

23-08-2023

A situation where a building’s structural elements tightly adjoin each other is undesirable. It may cause unnecessary stress and, consequently, even cracking of walls or floors. How to avoid that? Professionals use expansion joints. What are expansion gaps and how can they maintain a building in good condition for a long time? Read our article […]

23-08-2023

Heat insulation materials in construction are not only those that we know the most: styrofoam and mineral wool. They also include such materials that provide better protection against heat loss and the permeation of cold air, while being thinner and resistant to moisture. Which materials will be best for insulating a roof, external walls, or […]

16-06-2023

Thermal performance and energy efficiency are among the most important things we should consider when building a house. How to insulate a house? There are different materials with thermal insulating and waterproofing properties. Here we are talking about Styrofoam and PIR boards made of polyurethane foam. How to properly insulate a house with Styrofoam or […]

16-06-2023

The foundation is one of the most important components of a building structure. It’s a part of the building that bears heavy loads and is exposed to low temperatures and high moisture. This is why a key issue in the construction process is to insulate the foundations and strengthen them with adequate materials. What do […]

16-06-2023

In any building, the ceiling is a place being particularly exposed to the formation of thermal bridges. They are tiny gaps or larger spaces through which thermal energy escapes. What to do to maintain high thermal performance of a building? If this is our aim, it’s worth investing in ceiling insulation. How should we insulate […]

Insulating a floor at home: practical guidance

16-06-2023

While preparing the design of your house, you should already be thinking about what to use to insulate the flooring. Appropriate floor insulation at the lower storey of the building significantly affects the thermal comfort inside the rooms. How to insulate a floor at home and which insulating materials to choose? Here is a set […]

16-06-2023

Not more than several decades ago, builders rarely bothered about the insulation of external utility spaces such as balconies and terraces. These days, with modern, energy-efficient construction, nobody would dare underestimate the importance of the thermal insulation and waterproofing of these element. Which waterproof membrane for a balcony is the best? How do you make […]

What is a grade of concrete?

14-03-2023

Concrete is a composite with multiple applications. It is usually used for laying foundations, building floors and stairs, or for hardening subgrades. Architectural concrete is used for arranging interiors and façades, for example. By choosing a mixture for a particular project, we must pay attention to the grade of concrete. What should we know about […]

14-03-2023

Inorganic chemical compounds, known as hydroxides, have many different applications in the industry and in daily life. One of the most well-known hydroxides is white slaked lime. In this article, we will discuss its most important properties and intended use.

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