Types of cracks

Which type of Damp Proof Course (DPC) is recommended for protection from cracks ?

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The best DPC is of plastic membrane placed across the whole width of the wall to its full length

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Cracks can happen due to foundation movements and settlements of building, thermal movements, chemical reactions, elastic deformations and shrinkage etc. in buildings. They can damage plaster of walls, ceilings and destroy the beauty of the structure also. Let’s know their reasons in detail and get preventive measures.

How To Repair Cracks

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You can repair cracks which damage plaster surfaces, ceilings and the whole structure. To ensure safety of the building and maintain its good looks, let’s know different techniques to fix various types of cracks.

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To avoid cracks, Earthen Plastering is applied. Clay in Earthen Plasters is Hygroscopic (water absorbing). Earthen walls can help to temper interior humidity.

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A slab is a single layer of concrete which is several inches thick.The slab is poured thicker at the edges to form an integral footing reinforcing rods strengthen the thick edge.

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The cracks are repaired by using low-pressure injection of epoxy or polyurethane foam repair material.

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Handle the cracks in the walls initially because they can destroy smooth finishing of the plaster.

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Outdoor walls always take a beating from the wind, rain and changes in temperature, these results in cracks. They can be filled so that you can get your wall looking as good as new.

Surface Preparation and Painting Tips

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Whether you are going to paint a newly constructed wall or old one, These surface preparation tips will help you in getting better result for painting your wall, room or even complete home. Paint is any liquid, liquefiable or mastic composition which after application to a substrate in a thin layer is converted to solid form.paint is used to protect ,decorate or add functionality to an object.

Styles of dormer

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This article contains the list of dormer styles.

Types of cupola

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Let's find details about types of cupola in this writeup

Type of Steel Bars

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Different steel bars are recommended for their relative tensile stresses.Steel bars are major components of construction.Here is what you need to know about steel bars (Sariya).

Types of arch

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Types of Arches: Segmental arch ( Syrian arch) : An arch which is not whole semicircular and not flat. You can use th

Kitchen Cabinets

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Apply right paint on kitchen cabinets to make your kitchen look appealing and interesting. With extraordinary themes you can give your kitchen a wonderful look.