A retaining wall is an exterior wall that retains material (earth, powdery materials, rubble…). It is generally found on sloping ground. You can also use the retaining wall to protect against erosion and flooding and act as a noise barrier or a fence. The principle of the retaining wall consists in opposing the thrust of […]
Summary: Existing structures Specific safety devices Temporary anchor points Permanent anchor points Choosing a rope access anchor point is not just about selecting the nearest solid object to which you can attach your lanyard. Understanding the forces that anchor points must withstand, the type of anchor point you can safely secure your lanyard to, and […]
Whether you are constructing a new building or undertaking a renovation, you will undoubtedly need to make many complex decisions along the way. Thus, having the right contractors on your side can help make a big difference. Hence, this article presents you with some questions to ask before you hire a general contractor! #1. Tell […]
Laser scanning is a land surveying method that has gain rapid popularity for its ability to collect data from objects, surfaces, buildings, and landscapes in the form of point cloud data, which is essentially millions of 3D coordinates to create digital 3D models of the scanned environment. The first recorded use of laser scanning dates […]
Summary – Protect the room – Prepare the wall to lay wall tile – Choose the cross-braces and mortar glue – Step 1: Prepare the mortar-glue powder – If the wall you are tiling is made of plaster – Step 2: Glue the wall – Step 3: Lay […]
Summary – Step 1: Make a scale sketch – Step 2: Mark out the recess to tile the doorway. – Step 3: Installation of corner beads – Step 4: Determine an installation order – Step 5: Tile the top of the doorway If you want to tile a window opening […]
Summary – Step 1: Prepare the joint mortar – Step 2: Install the mortar – Step 3: Fill the joints – Step 4: Smooth the joints – Step 5: Clean excess joint mortar with a sponge. – Step 6: Wipe with a dry cloth – In case of […]
According to Gary Saulson, “building green is an environmentally and socially responsible thing to do.” However, don’t you often ask yourself how and where to start? If this question has ever crossed your mind, then you are in the right place. Below you will find the specific steps to be able to start your own […]
As you walk into your neighbourhood or travel around the city, you most likely have encountered at least a few scaffolds. Sometimes, they have become so common that we hardly notice them. But these structures are fundamental, especially in construction and should not be overlooked. In this article, we discuss when are they required and […]
In the first three articles of this series, we discovered a new green concept: green building! However, despite its numerous benefits, why do you think Jan Gehl, the Danish urban design expert, made the following statement: “An endless number of green buildings doesn’t make a sustainable city.” Today’s article will have a look at the […]
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