House without a foundation
How to build a house without a foundation
October 06, 2024
There are several ways to build a house without a foundation. The construction of such a foundation will not require large material costs, but, judging by the experience of our ancestors, it will last for decades. Modern concrete foundations are expensive but reliable structures. However, in the not so distant past, when cement had not yet been invented, people erected buildings in a different way: without a foundation. Or rather, it was, but not the one that is familiar to modern man. [...]
Roofing material
Choosing a building material for roofing
October 12, 2024
The roof is one of the most important elements of any building, be it a multi-story building or a small country house. It performs two functions at the same time - it protects the building from precipitation and gives it a finished and attractive appearance. Currently, the construction market is overflowing with materials for both roofing and thermal insulation. When starting to build a house or cottage, it is advisable to immediately decide on the material with which you will cover its roof. [...]
Clinker thermal panels
Clinker thermal panels for facade finishing
October 14, 2024
Modern technologies and finishing materials allow not only to build new beautiful, warm and durable residential buildings, but also to reconstruct old buildings, insulating and renovating their facades. Such opportunities are provided by the use of clinker thermal panels for facade finishing. Modern thermal panels are also made of clay tiles laid "under a brick" on a layer of polyurethane foam and are a monolithic structure, the production of which uses the method of dry pressing or extrusion. [...]
Attic Ceiling
Attic Ceiling Design
October 17, 2024
The lucky owners of an attic can afford to make an additional room out of this space. And this is right, because such a large area should not be idle. The attic can be turned into a study, a recreation room or an additional bedroom. With the right and stylish decoration, this room can sparkle with new colors.
Particular attention should be paid to attic ceilings. When choosing finishing materials for the arrangement of the attic, it is necessary to carefully ensure that they are moisture-resistant, environmentally friendly and do not emit unpleasant odors. [...]
Frame Homes
Frame Home Construction Technology
October 18, 2024
Light frame construction is one of the most common building technologies. The two most commonly used frame materials, steel and timber, can improve the comfort, attractiveness and environmental friendliness of your home.
Frame structures can be used for floors, walls and roofs. Frame structures are made of wood and metal. Metal frame structures appeared in the 1940s and continue to gain popularity. Their advantages include durability, reliability and resistance to pests. [...]