Maltaward
JANUARY 15, 2025
Construction site security is critical to any building project. If developers and building managers want to ensure steady continuity all year round without any prevalent setbacks and minimal risks, they must ensure their site is equipped with sufficient security measures that protect valuable assets and maintain worker safety.
Construction Specifier
JANUARY 13, 2025
LEED AP, Vivian Volz, CSI, AIA, LEED AP, SCIP Photo courtesy Tao Group Solutions After years of grappling with client callbacks, legal disputes, and financial losses from poor polished concrete installations, the industry has reached a breaking point: prohibit polished concrete.
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Construction Specifier
JANUARY 26, 2025
When designed and installed correctly, air barriers contribute to the long-term durability of a building. Improving building enclosure performance While energy efficiency might initially suggest well-insulated walls and efficient HVAC systems, controlling air leakage can be just as critical.
Construction Specifier
DECEMBER 23, 2024
Babaian Photos and illustrations courtesy Simpson Gumpertz & Heger (SGH) In its most general form, exterior insulation and finish systems (EIFS) consist of expanded polystyrene (EPS) insulation board coated with a reinforced polymer-modified cementitious base coat and a polymer-based finish coat. By Alex Ardelean, Elizabeth V.
UK Construction Blog
JULY 15, 2025
In this complete guide, you’ll discover everything you need to know about recycled paper insulation – from its manufacturing process and thermal performance to installation methods, costs, and UK building regulations. The installed density plays a crucial role in determining overall performance.
UK Construction Blog
APRIL 17, 2025
Several financing options exist specifically for home improvements, including: Homeowner loans Homeowner interest-only loans Bridging finance Extensions may cost similar to moderate renovation projects but often require larger upfront investment. But, you’re more likely to maintain use of essential spaces throughout the project.
UK Construction Blog
JULY 18, 2025
However, successful loft conversion projects require meticulous planning, precise technical documentation, and thorough structural assessment from the outset. Steel beam installation often becomes necessary to redistribute loads effectively. The increasing adoption of heat pump technology adds complexity to heating system design.
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