UK Construction Blog

MARCH 26, 2025

The post Top 10 Construction Defects: Prevent These Costly Building Mistakes appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Key Takeaways Construction defects commonly stem from design deficiencies, poor workmanship, substandard materials and inadequate quality control, potentially reducing property values by up to 25%.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 13, 2025

Twin-wall polycarbonate panels provide excellent thermal efficiency with 80-85% light transmission, creating stable growing conditions year-round whilst reducing energy costs by up to 40%. Key Materials and Construction Polycarbonate greenhouses consist of transparent sheets secured to an aluminium or galvanised steel frame.

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

By Amy Becker Photo courtesy Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) Specifiers and design professionals should always consider seismic performance attributes for buildings in areas that previously have experienced the damaging effects of earthquakes. Building codes are adopted with the intent to preserve life and safety.

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UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

With rising material costs, environmental concerns, and increasing regulations, contractors and developers are searching for ways to build cost-effective yet durable structures. Energy efficiency : Masonry materials offer excellent thermal mass, helping regulate indoor temperatures and lower heating/cooling costs.

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Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Curtain wall systems are ever present in today’s commercial construction marketplace. The architectural design of curtain walls must be developed alongside increasing demand for high-performing, energy-efficient solutions. Jackson, AIA Photo courtesy Simpson Gumpertz & Heger Inc.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

From simple DIY projects like painting walls in light colours to installing affordable storage solutions that maximise vertical space, you can create a functional, visually appealing extension of your living space. Your primary purpose guides decisions on layout, materials, and budget allocation.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 14, 2025

An upgraded electrical system supports your maintenance activities effectively. Build or purchase a bench 36-40 inches high with a solid hardwood or metal top that can withstand heavy tools and parts. Install wall-mounted pegboards or slatwall systems to hang frequently used tools within easy reach.

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Construction Marketing

MAY 27, 2022

Since fabric buildings are tensile structures, the membrane can be pulled into a three-dimensional surface for developing shading, a roof, or a decorative component. Simply put, they’re a building made of all-steel frames and tarp covers or fabric material. Read on to learn about the advantages of fabric buildings.

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UK Construction Blog

APRIL 17, 2025

This ranges from creating open-plan living areas by removing walls to converting underutilised spaces like lofts into functional rooms. When calculating costs, consider that extensive renovations involving structural changes can sometimes approach the cost of building a new home. You’re not alone.

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Roads Online

JUNE 23, 2025

After all, it’s this ambition that has transformed the company, from its Japanese roots and foundation in 1917, to becoming one of the largest manufacturers on Earth. Few trade shows and conferences enable companies to showcase their solutions to a truly global audience, all at once. Enter, bauma 2025.

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CivilJungle

OCTOBER 18, 2021

The House construction Steps is explained in detail below: Building Construction Process Two Main Parts Divided as Below. Building Construction Process from Start to Finish Pdf : Click Here. Sub Building Construction Steps with Main Building Construction. In this building construction process first step.

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Natural Building

APRIL 16, 2014

Chris Magwood’s Making Better Buildings is a comparative guide to sustainable construction for homeowners and contractors. To my knowledge, building science has never been approached with such an attitude of precise evaluation of all of the factors that affect the environmental impact of materials and building systems.

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

By Tracy Cook Photos courtesy Tarkett There are many expectations from indoor spaces today: they must look aesthetically pleasing but be strong enough to withstand heavy use, be easy to clean but not feel sterile and unwelcoming, and they should feature healthy, sustainable materials that support human and environmental health.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 31, 2025

Investing in a superior plaster finish can significantly improve the longevity of walls and ceilings, preventing issues like cracking and moisture damage. As she sifts through various materials and techniques, a careful consideration of plastering options can lead to beneficial outcomes.

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Natural Building

MARCH 12, 2020

They look like a pretty diverse bunch, but they all have at least two things in common: They are here to learn to build their own environmentally friendly homes, and all of them are splattered with mud from head to toe. I attended my first natural building workshop in Oregon in 1993.

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UK Construction Blog

MAY 6, 2025

Installation can be DIY-friendly with click-system options or glue-down formats, though professional fitting ensures perfect pattern alignment, especially in larger spaces. Herringbone vinyl flooring combines the classic zigzag pattern of traditional parquet with the practical benefits of vinyl material. Prices start as low as 7.99

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Roads Online

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

After extensive community feedback and consultation, local school students played a crucial role in the final design, by choosing the inspirational words now etched into the wall. The selection of cheaper processes and materials is also a big consideration, leading to reduced associated costs for the taxpayer for larger infrastructure works.

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UK Construction Blog

APRIL 2, 2025

This remarkable material can be tailored with features like anti-slip properties for safety or self-smoothing for a polished appearance, making it suitable for domestic, industrial and commercial environments alike. This creates a robust surface that adheres effectively to concrete, wood, and even wall surfaces.

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GCP Applied Technologies

MAY 14, 2018

Alternatively, with an adhesively bonded system, even if the membrane is accidentally punctured, any leaks would be restricted to that small area and would not migrate, since there’s no space between the concrete and the membrane for water to flow. Specify a comprehensive system for floors and walls. Related articles.

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

By David Hohenstern Photo by Dean Riggott/courtesy Sto Corp A renovation can be triggered by a wide range of factors: water intrusion issues, delaminating exterior finishes, cold walls, and new fire and energy performance regulations. These elements collectively form a high-performance exterior wall assembly.

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 3, 2024

By David Gross Substrate preparation is a crucial first step in the flooring installation process and it can significantly impact the appearance and longevity of the final flooring material. Delamination—Exposure to moisture or excessive pH can cause the separation of the carpet’s backing layers and deterioration of the carpet material.

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BDC Network

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

The lessons learned in the Northeast can help design energy-efficient, multifamily buildings elsewhere too. The Commonwealth of Massachusetts rolled out ambitious updates to its Building Energy Code in 2023. The new Specialized Opt-In will require passive house certification for all multifamily buildings larger than 12,000 sf.

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UK Construction Blog

JUNE 13, 2023

As the popularity of timber frame construction continues to rise in the UK, understanding the intricacies of timber frame external wall construction details UK becomes increasingly important. Short Summary Understand the theory of timber frame external wall construction, including studs and sheathing, ventilation membranes and cladding.

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GCP Applied Technologies

JUNE 23, 2023

It is no secret that the construction industry, like many industries, is facing challenges such as labor shortages, rising material costs and the need for faster project delivery. For over eight years, the leading global provider of building materials has partnered with the Academy to provide needed products and educate their students.

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 17, 2024

2 Buildings are responsible for approximately 42 percent of CO2 emissions, 15 percent of which is attributed to the embodied carbon of materials. trillion sf) of building floorspace by 2060—equivalent space of New York City added every month for 40 years—the time for the industry to act is now.

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GCP Applied Technologies

APRIL 25, 2018

As building technologies evolve into more complex systems and assemblies, don't feel like you have to specify alone. GCP’s Design Advantage collaborates with the project team to specify the appropriate products and systems for any construction project. GCP Applied Technologies. April 25, 2018. learn more >. learn more >.

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 30, 2021

As a result, resilient design has grown into an industrywide movement calling on engineers, architects, environmental consultants, and other design professionals to create buildings that not only withstand severe storms like hurricanes and tornadoes, but also remain habitable under extreme weather circumstances.

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Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

By Iltaz Alam and Marysusan Couturier Photo ©Chris Boswell/Dreamstime.com Ensuring a building’s durability and energy efficiency hinges on a continuous air barrier throughout the building enclosure. Critical are the tie-ins between different components and materials, which must be properly managed and installed to prevent failures.

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CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 12, 2024

In the battle against urban pests, prevention through strategic material selection offers a powerful first line of defense. While many property owners focus on post-infestation treatments, the choice of building materials during construction can significantly reduce or even prevent cockroach problems before they begin.

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Construction Specifier

AUGUST 22, 2024

When specifying interior finishes such as flooring, building professionals should take the utmost care to ensure all materials help advance these overarching quality measurement components. healthcare system every year, with “tens of thousands of lives lost” annually.

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UK Construction Blog

JUNE 6, 2023

As we dive into the various types of shuttering materials and techniques, prepare to be amazed by the innovative systems that enable complex and unique structures to come to life. Innovative shuttering systems offer unique solutions to complex structures by combining traditional methods with modern technologies.

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CivilJungle

FEBRUARY 5, 2022

Introduction of CMU Wall. CMU is a modern building unit that has various benefits as compared to bricks. The CMU blocks are available in various shapes and sizes in the market and are widely used in the construction of walls of the building. What is CMU Wall? Segmental Retaining wall units. ASTM C1372.

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CivilJungle

OCTOBER 16, 2021

Skirting is constructed in almost every residential building, commercial building, industrial building, etc. Generally skirting is a board which is provided in the junction point of the wall and the interior wall throughout its length. In light flooring, walls, ceiling works; wooden skirting is used.

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CivilJungle

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Its use of concrete blocks for masonry construction has indeed been quickly established which are higher than conventional construction materials such as bricks and stones. In order to include blocks in the building, the total length and height of the wall must be set correctly such that a single block or a half-length block can be used.

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CivilJungle

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

This is composed of aluminum composite material (ACM) comprising two thin coated aluminum sheets. Consisting of two different components, metal and non-metal, as aluminum is metal and polyethylene plastic is non-metal, it performs better in terms and disadvantages of the new material. Type B protects 3 storage buildings and. #3.

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CivilJungle

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Recycled concrete aggregates ( RCA ) are aggregates produced by clean concrete waste that must contain very low amounts of other building waste – less than a few percent. Crushed gravel, recesses, retention walls, landscape gravel, or staple for the branding of new concrete is frequently used. Importance of Recycled Concrete Aggregate.

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CivilJungle

JANUARY 7, 2021

Shotcrete/mortar/spray-concrete is a kind of refined concrete drizzled by gas hose-pipe nozzle at high pressure & velocity on a projectile motion on a prepared wall surface. It is often utilised in tunnels, underground walls, retaining walls, drainage systems & swimming pools for interim support. Shotcrete Wall.

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