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Refine versus shine: Defining and defending design intent with refined concrete

Construction Specifier

Owners and design teams are not protected by todays inadequate and vague polished concrete specifications. From floors failing before substantial completion to skyrocketing change orders for never-ending densifier applications to the billions lost through delayed schedules, legal disputes, and contingency hemorrhaging, enough is enough.

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Smarter Safety On Site: Practical Solutions To Protect Construction Workers

UK Construction Blog

The post Smarter Safety On Site: Practical Solutions To Protect Construction Workers appeared first on UK Construction Blog. From slips and trips to equipment mishandling, site risks are everywhere. Construction is one of the most hands-on, fast-moving industries out there, but it’s also one of the most dangerous.

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Transform Your Garage: Essential Upgrades for DIY Vehicle Maintenance

UK Construction Blog

The post Transform Your Garage: Essential Upgrades for DIY Vehicle Maintenance appeared first on UK Construction Blog. From proper lighting and storage solutions to specialised equipment and flooring options, thoughtful garage improvements create an environment where vehicle care becomes accessible and efficient.

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Safety Essentials for Warehouse-Based Businesses

UK Construction Blog

The post Safety Essentials for Warehouse-Based Businesses appeared first on UK Construction Blog. From vehicle movement to storage systems and staff workflows, every detail plays a role in keeping people protected and operations running smoothly. Epoxy flooring offers a practical solution.

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Plumbing Challenges in High-Rise Construction: A Plumber’s View

CCR Magazine

However, behind the scenes, theres a network of intricate plumbing systems that keep everything running smoothly. Plumbing in high-rise construction is far more complicated than in single-story homes or low-rise buildings. For the top floors of a high-rise, this means a struggle to get the same water pressure that lower floors enjoy.

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Precast Concrete Lintels: The Ultimate Guide to Strength, Durability & Installation

UK Construction Blog

The post Precast Concrete Lintels: The Ultimate Guide to Strength, Durability & Installation appeared first on UK Construction Blog. With minimal maintenance requirements and exceptional longevity, precast concrete lintels provide cost-effective structural solutions for both residential and commercial construction projects.

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Adapting to Regulatory Changes: Navigating New Building Codes in 2025

Construction Daily News

Construction is about more than donning the hard hat and drilling away. What to Expect from Building Codes in 2025 As can be expected, standards of excellence are only set to increase in the construction industry in 2025. Building codes will continue to tighten to protect against wildfires in the era of climate change.