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Mastering the Art of Painting with Limewash: A Timeless Technique Revived

UK Construction Blog

The post Mastering the Art of Painting with Limewash: A Timeless Technique Revived appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Interested in the eco-friendly and textured beauty of painting with limewash? Unlike standard paint, lime wash paints create a soft, matte appearance, lending walls a distinctive texture and depth.

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Bungaroosh Exposed: The Hidden History—and Hidden Hazards—Inside Brighton’s Period Homes

UK Construction Blog

. • Drinks up moisture – Capillary action pulls damp through internal finishes. Treating a bungaroosh wall as if it were ordinary masonry can lead to failed RSJ installations, collapsed lintels and soaring repair bills. Step 3 – Compatible Finishes Walls are re-lined with NHL lime plasters or breathable insulating renders.

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

UK Construction Blog

Precast concrete lintels are essential structural elements manufactured off-site in controlled environments to support masonry openings in buildings. Each type offers unique characteristics suited to specific applications in masonry support systems. What Are Precast Concrete Lintels?

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The Hidden Crisis in UK Homes: Poor Plastering Leading to Unnecessary Costs for Homeowners

UK Construction Blog

Cracked, crumbling, or poorly finished plaster is no longer just an eyesore; it signals deeper issues with building standards and ongoing maintenance. Paint and wallpaper may also fail to stick properly or become stained due to trapped moisture behind faulty plaster. Environmental issues play a role as well.

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Advanced techniques: Paint and sealant application

Construction Specifier

By Ryan Shure It is easy to dismiss painting and sealing as “final touches” of a construction project. This guide will break down various paint and sealant application techniques and discuss their critical role in promoting the structural integrity of a building. Air-atomized spray This is the most conventional spray painting method.

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Joints of Stone Masonry | Type of Joints of Stone Masonry | General Principles Which Are Used in the Construction of Stone Masonry

CivilJungle

Joints of Stone Masonry: The construction which is done with the help of stones and bonded together with mortar is known as Stone Masonry. Stone Masonry is widely used where the stones are available in abundance. The stone masonry is the type of masonry construction which is done with stones and cement mortar.

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What Is Defects in Painting | 18 Types of Defects in Painting | How to Prevent Defects in Painting

CivilJungle

What Are Defects in Painting? Painting is one of the important finishing works used in structural constructions in Civil Engineering. Painting creates a coat-like formation that prevents attacks from various atmospheric factors like cold, heat, frost, rainfall, etc. Types of Defects in Painting. Brush Marks.