Household stairs can mainly be of the following types: 01 – Straight Flight Staircase– These types of stairs are continuous along ascending or descending flights and direction of the stairs do not…
Category: construction
In this section you will read about all construction activities.
What is a Plinth Beam?
A plinth beam is a structural member of a building made of reinforced concrete that is constructed between the walls and the foundation. The main purpose of the plinth beam is to…
Gauge in Railways:Types & Importance
The railway network is one of the most vital components of transportation systems worldwide. An essential element that influences the efficiency and compatibility of railway networks is the gauge. In this blog,…
What is PCC, DPC & RCC in Construction?
Concrete is prepared from constituent materials like cement, water, fine aggregate, coarse aggregate and other enhancing materials that improve specific aspects of the concrete. The quantity of cement and water is mainly…
What is Estimation & its types ?
What is Estimation? Estimation is a process of calculating quantities and costs of various items required in connection with a work. It is prepared by calculating the quantities from the dimensions on…
What is Reclaimed Asphalt Pavement (RAP) Material and their Uses?
The reuse of recycled materials especially in the construction industry has proved to be a blessing for the conservation of the environment. The use of resources to the fullest by recycling and…
What is Grillage Foundation?
To disperse load over a large area, tiers of beams are installed inside the concrete layer of foundations, such a foundation set-up is known as a grillage foundation. In grillage foundation, tiers…