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The Slab-on-grade foundation is applied for the protection from cracks which is described below: |
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A slab is a single layer of concrete which is several inches thick. |
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The slab is poured thicker at the edges to form an integral footing reinforcing rods strengthen the thick edge. |
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The slab normally rests on a bed of crushed gravel to improve drainage. |
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Casting a wire mesh in the concrete reduces the chance of cracking. |
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A slab on grade is suitable in areas where the ground doesnt freeze. |
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It can also be adapted with insulation to prevent it from being affected by the frost heaves. |
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Cracks in building are a common occurrence and it is important to understand the causes and the measures to be taken for their prevention.Materials such as bricks,mortar and concrete, which contain considerable quantity of water at the time of construction, dry out subsequently and under go major contraction.
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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.
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.
.Better roof covering materials are required to avoid cracks.
. Proper curing of cement is necessary.
The cracks are repaired by using low-pressure injection of epoxy or polyurethane foam repair material.
.Bricks should be well burnt.
.Plaster with coarse well-graded sand or stone chips is used to minimize shrinkage cracks.
To avoid cracks, Earthen Plastering is applied. Clay in Earthen Plasters is Hygroscopic (water absorbing). Earthen walls can help to temper interior humidity.
The best DPC is of plastic membrane placed across the whole width of the wall to its full length
When the use of bricks containing excessive quantity of soluble sulphates is unavoidable, content of cement in mortar should be increased or super-sulphate cement should be used.
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Kota stone flooring is a subtle blend of grandeur and luxury giving the interior and exterior a gorgeous look.......
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To get maximum ventilation and natural light in your house, make sure the building is properly oriented. Orientation of building saves energy and provides comfortable living as well. This article tells you about various factors and benefits of building orientation.
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Preview some of the most impressive pictures of kitchen from GharExpert Gallery.
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A solid roof on building is very important for everybody living in the house. The roof should be constructed in a way that assures you great safety. Here are given details about different types of roofing.
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Frames of doors and windows are most important parts of your doors and windows. They are available in different size, height, width and shapes. Frames hold locks and hinges and support door and windows to shut and open easily. Here is what you need to know about different doors and windows frames.
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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).
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Brahmasthan is a powerful zone of the house. It should have open space for flow of energy in the house. The positive energy is very useful for living beings of the occupants of the house.
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Brick work is an important part of construction work done with the help of bricks and cement mortar. It is done with different quality of bricks with different ratios of cement mortar according to the requirement.
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Are you remodeling your bathroom? Bathroom shower doors make your bathroom a style icon. Read the following article that will help you select the bathroom shower door that will exactly suit your bathroom.
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Living room or Drawing room should be located in east or north direction. The ideal location of a living room depends on plot facing.
Without knowing perfect mixture of cement and sand you can not achieve your goal.
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