Construction Specifier

JUNE 26, 2025

Ensuring the longevity and structural soundness of a foundation requires effective waterproofing. Fortunately, innovations in waterproofing technology—such as polyurethane sprayfoam and polyurea coatings—are revolutionizing the industry and transforming foundation waterproofing, focusing on the technical, economic, and environmental benefits.

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CivilJungle

FEBRUARY 5, 2022

In this article, we will discuss all about the concrete masonry units. The CMU wall is constructed with the help of standard sizes concrete masonry units. A concrete masonry unit (CMU)is a versatile and environment-friendly building unit that is available in a variety of shapes and sizes in the market. What is CMU Wall?

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 9, 2025

Inadequate damp-proof courses or damaged membranes allow water to rise through masonry. In areas with frequent water penetration, vapour-permeable renders balanced with waterproof layers help walls ‘breathe’ whilst preventing internal dampness. This fluid forms a barrier within the masonry, blocking rising damp from ground level.

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CivilJungle

JANUARY 29, 2022

Cast in place concrete wall is an exposed civil, structural system. Openings are provided in this system by generally filling with masonry, windows, or other cladding materials. This lateral system includes a shear wall, moment-resisting frame, braced frame, etc. Cast in Place Concrete Wall: Fundamentals.

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CivilJungle

MARCH 6, 2021

Mortar is a component used during masonry building to cover the distance among bricks and blocks used during building. The mortar must be waterproof. Mortar is often used to tie bricks or stones together within brick or stone masonry. Towards pointing the masonry holes. The deformity of the mortar must be minimal.

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CivilJungle

NOVEMBER 27, 2020

Some additives are also needed for special properties such as greatly reduced setting and curing time, prevention of shrinking, being able to be used underwater etc. Hydraulic cement is suitable for the construction projects which required a fast setting and less curing time. Drainage systems. How Does Hydraulic Cement Works.

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CivilJungle

FEBRUARY 28, 2021

Efflorescence ” is the term most commonly used to describe the deposit of crusty white mineral salts that appear on a masonry surface (concrete, render, brick or mortar ) that have leached out from within the substrate when moisture migrates through it. Conceal your wall with high-quality paint and cure common mistakes. Efflorescence-.

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