What is a Stud in Construction? A Stud in construction refers to a vertical framing member used to provide structural support in walls, particularly wood framing. These studs help in distributing the loads and ensuring the stability and integrity of the overall structure. There are many studs in construction but the following are two main … Read more
What is Stair Nosing? Stair nosing is an extra strip provided on the edge of stairs. The main purpose of stair nosing is to enhance safety by providing a visible, slip-resistant, and durable edge to the stairs. Stair nosings are also called stair nose trim. Stairs edges can be covered with different nosing types to … Read more
What are Floor Joists? A floor joist is a horizontal structural member that supports the live load or weight of a floor and transfers that live load to the foundation or supporting walls of a structure. Floor joists are typically made of wood, steel, or engineered wood products and are spaced at regular intervals to … Read more
As we know bricks are one of the primary building materials in construction and have excellent properties and advantages. With modern innovation in the construction sector, many forms of bricks are formed based on the requirements in terms of design, durability, and cost-effectiveness. In this article, we will discuss hollow blocks disadvantages and advantages, sizes, … Read more
What is a shear wall? A shear wall can be defined as ” A verticle structural member of in a reinforced concrete framed structure which is used to resist the lateral forces such as wind and seismic forces that act on the building structure”. As the structure height increases the effect of wind forces and … Read more
What is Scaffolding? Scaffolding Definition Scaffolding is a temporary rigid structure that acts as a platform to carry out the work by the workers in an elevated structure. Scaffoldings are widely used to support construction work such as brickwork, plastering, painting, and other renovation works(refer to the below image). These are mandatory in the construction … Read more
What is Transom? The transom is an extra part of the window and a type of beam. Transom helps in separating the top of the door and window from the wall level. The purpose of providing transom is to carry the load. What is a Transom window? Transom windows are the type of windows that … Read more
What is a Sillcock? Sillcock is an outdoor water faucet located at a sill level of the building and these sillcocks are threaded for attaching a hose or pipe. Sillcock is usually made from corrosion resistance brass, which can last longer but the brightness of sillcock may fade away over some time. In general. These … Read more
What is Plaster of Paris?
Plaster of paris or gypsum plaster is a white substance which is made by calcining the gypsum. Plaster of paris hardens by mixing with water. Plaster of paris are mostly used for casting, sculpting and gauze bandages.
What is Lime Lime is a naturally occurring chemical compound which is composed of calcium oxide or calcium hydroxide. Lime is a white crystalline solid and it is manufactured by heating limestone or chalk, which are mainly composed of CaCO3, at elevated temperatures. There are 5 types of lime used in construction which are explained … Read more