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Everything you need to know about cement before buying them, cement price, best cement brands, top-selling cement brands and where to buy them at the best price.
2019-12-06 07:28
Powder coating is a finishing process that consists of dry powder being used as a surface coating. Unlike paint, that takes a while to dry after being applied, powder coating is electrostati… Read More
2019-11-18 07:16
Corrosion is the process of eroding of the top layer of metals as a result of an electrochemical reaction with the environment. When metals are exposed to moisture or wetness, an orangish di… Read More
2019-11-12 10:05
The construction industry plays a huge role in the development of our country. Have you ever wondered where all the waste generated by this industry goes? Urbanisation has become a major fac… Read More
2019-10-31 11:32
Concrete is the most widely used construction material in the world. It is used more than steel, wood, plastic and other building materials.
Concrete is a mixture of cem… Read More
2019-10-31 09:46
What is Building Information Modelling?
Building Information Modelling (BIM) is software that provides a digital characterisation of the physical and practical aspects of a location. It i… Read More
2019-10-30 10:45
Construction has been in existence since times unmemorable. While the fundamental principle of building infrastructure remains the same, the method of construction has been improving over ti… Read More
2019-10-14 06:35
Did you know that a type of bacteria called mineral-producing bacteria could help mend micro-cracking in concrete? Well, bacteria help in construction too.
After und… Read More
2019-08-28 12:31
Ventilation is a significant aspect and a basic necessity in a well-designed house. Houses with poor ventilation can be very stuffy in summer or cold in the winter. Poor ventilation will cau… Read More
2019-08-20 10:40
Varnish is a clear, colourless solution of resinous substances prepared either in alcohol or turpentine. It is a solvent spread on the surface of wood or furnitu… Read More
2019-08-12 06:18
The construction industry is very vast and there are so many potential risks that can occur while a building is under construction. Workers should take preventive measures and use protective… Read More
2019-08-06 09:44
Natural disasters such as earthquakes cause so much destruction and havoc especially when they measure high on the Richter scale. Fortunately, technology has advanced enough to allow us to b… Read More
2019-08-02 09:36
Plywood is very widely used in construction. This is because it has many useful properties that are suitable for construction. Plywood is a factory produced material that has precise dimensi… Read More
2019-07-16 12:31
Most people may have heard the term “Smart building” or “Automated building.” Do we understand what these terms are indicating? Let us ask ourselves the questio… Read More
2019-07-06 11:24
M Sand is nothing but artificial sand made from crushing of rock or granite for construction purposes in cement or concrete. M sand differs from natural river sand in… Read More
2019-07-02 13:18
Power is a necessity and the power we pay for is affected by various factors such as demand and supply in the market. By choosing solar power, you add value to a circle… Read More
2019-06-25 10:02
Green buildings were first heard of between the 70s and 80s when there was a rise in oil prices. These “earth ships”, as they called them were implemented by using old tires fill… Read More
2019-05-29 12:54
Stone is an essential and more permanent building material in construction than other natural building materials. Based on the type, stones can be used in building… Read More
2019-05-25 12:53
Green buildings concept
Green buildings are also known as 'sustainable buildings' or 'eco-homes', refer to a structure which is designed and constructed to conser… Read More
2019-05-23 06:40
Types of Bricks
There are various types of bricks which differ from the standard building bricks with respect to their shape, specifications and special purpose f… Read More
2019-05-16 06:56
The purpose of an Arch and a Lintel is to carry the weight of the structure above the openings such as doors, windows and passages.
For such openings, materials lik… Read More
2019-05-11 09:52
What is Plastic?
Plastic is a natural or synthetic organic material prepared from resin, which is capable of plastic deformation when heat and pressure are… Read More
2019-05-07 12:01
Waterproofing buildings is an essential subject in the construction process. Numerous construction features are provided for waterproofing of a building.
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2019-05-03 12:39
A stair is a series of steps which is arranged to connect different floors of a building.
Stairs are provided in all types of buildings, which are of different… Read More
2019-04-30 12:05
Sealing compounds are designed to outlast sufficiently elastic or plastic to match the movement of the joints while adhering securely to the surfaces.
New materials… Read More
2019-04-25 09:25
Glass is used extensively in construction in several parts of buildings as fixed or openable glazing for architectural features and also for natural lighting.
Th… Read More
2019-04-22 09:09
Steel in various forms is an essential material for construction. Different types of reinforcement bars, prestressing wires and strands, rolled steel sections and… Read More
2019-04-17 12:33
Quality Tests on cement are carried out to check the strength and quality of the cement used in construction. It helps to identify the usage of cement for different… Read More
2019-04-13 13:23
Coarse aggregates are irregular broken stone or naturally-occurring rounded gravel used for making concrete. Materials which are large to be retained on 4.7 mm sie… Read More
2019-04-09 12:38
Fire protection has to be resorted for protecting the occupants, goods and activities inside a building or a structure and of adjacent buildings.
Fi… Read More
2019-04-02 12:17
Proper landscaping can provide a beautiful setting for a building and also increases the comfort of the residents by providing shade and windbreaks and by screenin… Read More
2019-03-28 09:57
The defects in timber are caused by the nature of the soil on which the tree is grown, the fertility it gained, and changes occurred in the environment during its growth.
Defects are hi… Read More
2019-03-19 09:34
Aluminium is the second only to iron in annual consumption and is the most important non-ferrous metal. Unlike steel, the scrap value of aluminium is very high and easy t… Read More
2019-03-14 10:46
Increase in the land costs and demand to satisfy large population in urban cities have made a door for the construction of tall buildings, generally known as Multi-s… Read More
2019-03-12 09:16
There are many types of special concretes that have been evolved for multiple types of works. The principal special concretes used for structural works are discussed… Read More
2019-03-06 06:53
Maintenance plays a major role to make every component of a building to function properly and also helps to increase the life span of the building.
For a differ… Read More
2019-02-28 10:47
Building finishes comprise of plastering, pointing, painting, varnishing, white and colour washing or distempering. These finishes fundamentally form a protective co… Read More
2019-02-21 09:35
Pipes are used for different purposes in building construction. There are mainly four types of piping system to be designed in building construction. They are
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2019-02-16 09:28
Cement prices had gone up by 37% in the last few days. The rise in pricing is completely irrational, hitting construction projects.
On an Average, cement price… Read More
2019-02-14 11:41
In this blog, you will know about the standard items like fixtures, fastening and devices specified for doors and windows. When we specify doors or windows, we shoul… Read More
2019-02-11 07:38
Sand is nothing but quartz whereas clay is composed of many other chemically active minerals like illite, kiolinite, etc. If the size of sand is in between 4.75 mm… Read More
2019-02-06 09:19
Types and Grades of Portland Cement
Ordinary Portland cement is available in three different grades in India as 33 grade (IS: 269-1989), 43 grade (IS: 8112-1989) an… Read More
2019-02-05 05:34
Cement is made from limestone and clay in a powder form. Manufacturing of cement has started in 1904 in India. Portland Cement is generally referred to as Ordinary… Read More
2019-01-31 09:25
The type of equipment to be used for a specific project depends on the scope of the project and is executed by a contractor. It is always the choice of contractor to use s… Read More
2019-01-28 06:08
Embrace Change - Opt for Latest Smart Products
Nowadays everything became smart, and people are adapting to new technologies to do their things in a smart way rathe… Read More
2019-01-25 12:05
Bricks play a primary role in construction at all levels beginning from thatched roofs to multi-storeyed buildings. Over many years, the process of brick making has not changed except for mi… Read More
2019-01-18 12:38
Modernize the Present ...Inspire the Future
Buildings comprise a major part of the world's energy requirements. About 50 per cent of the energy is wasted due… Read More
2019-01-11 06:32
Shoring
Temporary support is given to improve the lateral strength of walls during repairs called Shoring.
These types of supports are used in such situations… Read More
2019-01-07 07:51
What is Scaffolding?
Scaffolding is a temporary structure created to facilitate the construction, repair or maintenance of walls when the work is to be carried out at the height of more t… Read More
2019-01-04 10:16
Tools for Brickworks
The following types of tools are used in brickworks:
Trowel
It is a flat metal blade has an elongated triangular shape, used for lifting and spreading mortar or cemen… Read More
2019-01-03 06:06
Bonds in Brick Masonry
There are various types of bonds generally used in brickworks. A brief description of them is below:
Stretcher bond:
In this type of bond, all the bricks are… Read More
2018-12-26 10:02
Roof is the topmost portion of a building, which protects the building and its inhabitants from the sun, rain, wind, snow and all atmospheric conditions. They should be constructed keeping… Read More
2018-12-15 08:23
Stone masonry is one of the oldest craftings of buildings like ancient monuments, artifacts, cathedrals and nowadays in landscaping works, outsid… Read More
2018-12-14 07:32
Admixtures used in concrete
Properties of concrete are modified by small quantities of admixtures, depending on the site conditions and requirement.
Many types of ad… Read More
2018-12-11 07:07
Role of Reinforcement in Construction
Reinforcement in construction is to provide tensile strength to the concrete structures. Ordinary brick ma… Read More
2018-12-06 06:13
Standard shapes and sizes of steel
Steel is available in standard shapes and sizes only and they are:
Rolled steel sections
Rolled Steel sections are used in beams, trusses, and columns… Read More
2018-11-30 06:40
Types of False Ceilings
Nowadays, Interior designing is very common in every house to achieve new trendy looks. Interiors play a necessary part to make any building to look mo… Read More
2018-11-26 11:02
Laminate sheets
Laminates provide a better surface finish for furniture elements and also provide an attractive look for a very less price. Furniture… Read More
2018-11-26 07:45
Birla A1 StrongCrete- The Forever Cement, the name itself says the structures built with this cement stands strong and lasts forever. If you want t… Read More
2018-11-21 10:22
What is a Mortar?
Mortar is commonly used for binding building blocks and for plastering the masonry surface, which is an intimate mixture of inert cementin… Read More
2018-11-16 10:33
Types of Flooring
These four types are the basic types in flooring, which has started from the early ages,
Mud and Muram Flooring
Natural stone flooring
Clay or Ceramic tile flooring
Ce… Read More
2018-11-16 07:04
Types of Doors:
There are various types of doors used for building entrances. They are:
Battened and Ledged Door:
This door is the simplest and also the cheapest, used in outhouses and t… Read More
2018-11-10 07:00
Advantages of Painting a House:
It protects the outer surface from the adverse impact of the atmospheric action.
It provides the surface with an attractive appearance.
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2018-11-08 10:13
Bricks & Blocks:
Brick is a small block of burnt clay, which is commonly used for building walls and pavements. They are the first alternative to stones in construction and people sta… Read More
2018-10-24 05:49
Sto… Read More
2018-10-22 06:00
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Avoid Waiting!! Purchase Now. Enjoy instant credit for your purchases which you can repay later. BuildersMART comes… Read More
2018-10-16 11:34
BuildersMART Procurement Services:
BuildersMART offers end-to-end procurement services for various clients in India. Our services include… Read More
2018-10-11 12:31
BuildersMART acquires the digital mandate for Birla A1 StrongCrete in Hyderabad
BuildersMART is very happy to announce that we are a… Read More
2018-10-10 06:11
How BuildersMART can help Small and Medium-sized Contractors?
The person who runs a small or medium business is generally known as SME contractors. The types of works SME contractors pro… Read More
2018-10-03 08:15
Everything you need to know about Wooden Products:
Wooden products are playing a critical role from the beginning of humankind helping to improve the quality of life. They are used for th… Read More
2018-09-08 10:31
Challenges faced while constructing a house by an individual:
In everyone's life having their own house is one of the dreams they want to fulfill in their lives and have many ideas to impl… Read More
2018-08-27 12:37
WHAT IS PLUMBING SYSTEMS?
Plumbing systems are used to supply water in buildings. We use plumbing systems for the distribution of drinking water, and water supply for the kitchen, bathroo… Read More
2018-08-27 12:13
TILES:
Tiles are widely used for flooring in kitchen, bathrooms, parking lots, rooftops and also used as tabletops for dining rooms. Tiles are made from materials like ceramic, porcelain… Read More
2018-08-13 13:11
Things you need to know before buying Granite?
WHAT IS GRANITE?
Granite is a beautiful natural stone, which is made up of feldspar, quartz, mica and other minerals. These stones are hard… Read More
2018-08-08 12:33
PAINTS & FINISHES:
Things you need to know before buying paints?
Painting is a necessary part to play while constructing a house. To make any… Read More
2018-08-07 08:16
ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES:
To make any building or complex to look more beautiful, lightning is very important. So, before buying electrical, you should be careful enough to select them, they… Read More
2018-08-07 07:06
WHAT IS TMT BAR?
TMT means Thermo Mechanical Treatment, which is a thermomechanical process; These TMT steel bars are generally used material in construction for enhanced protection again… Read More
2018-08-06 06:50
CEMENT
Cement plays a crucial role in the construction process. So, before you buy it, you need to know about the Types & Grades of cement. Because it is the quality of cement t… Read More
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