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

Construction Specifier

Despite calls for clarity in specification language with accurate descriptions of work results, the definition of polished concrete has broadened to accommodate any floor finish that produces a shine. There are countless floor finishes ( e.g. grind and seals, burnished polish concrete, etc.)

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Future Proofing Commercial Builds: Choosing Durable, Compliant Materials

UK Construction Blog

Finishings High quality commercial grade paints are more durable and offer better resistance to wear and moisture, making them ideal for high traffic areas such as corridors, offices, and healthcare settings. A flexible cable is definitely better than a solid cable as it makes the laying of cables easy, convenient, and productive.

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Flow Table Test: Key Method for Concrete Workability

Vin Civilworld

Common quality tests on concrete include checks during the production stage (on fresh concrete before placing), tests on hardened concrete specimens, and evaluations performed directly on finished structures. This directly impacts the durability and performance of the finished structure. This ensures optimal construction quality.

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What Is Construction Company Software? [Features, Comparisons, and Top Tools]

Buildern

You can also create dependencies between tasks, so team members know exactly when to start or finish their part of the job. But they can’t tell you if a crew finished framing or if that change order ever got approved. You’re estimating costs, coordinating crews, managing paperwork, and making sure client billing stays on track.

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As-Built Documentation: The Cornerstone of Accurate Construction Records

iField Smart

As-Built documentation delivers an accurate view of the finished project, while documenting as-built reality. Future Maintenance and Renovations: As-Built documentation or drawings are definitive deliverables that help project stakeholders with renovations, repairs, and maintenance. What are As-Built Drawings?

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Exploring the Versatile Uses of a Boom Lift

CCR Magazine

Painting and Decorating Painters and decorators make use of the facility of boom lifts to reach high walls, ceilings, or building exteriors. Efficiency: Mobile and easy to operate, the boom lifts definitely make workers perform faster and finish jobs sooner than older traditional ways of operation.

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What to Expect During the House Building Process: Step-by-Step Breakdown

UK Construction Blog

Building a house takes about 31 weeks from start to finish. Conclusion Building a house definitely represents a most important trip that just needs patience and understanding. The post What to Expect During the House Building Process: Step-by-Step Breakdown appeared first on UK Construction Blog.