It is common knowledge that concrete is one of the, if not the most, important ingredients in the process of construction. But did you know that there has never been one particular type of concrete? Depending on the constituent material, mix design, area of application and the method of construction, different types of concretes [...]
When you are putting all your blood, sweat and tears into your construction project, you want to make sure that you are working with the best material you can find. It is crucial for every builder and contractor to check the quality of the cement being used on the site during the time of [...]
The task of plastering your home might seem like an unnecessary step, in an already lengthy process of getting a home ready. However, it’s needed to be done because it helps to provide the perfect finish for your wall. Cement plastering your home hides all cragged and uneven surfaces of the walls. A smooth [...]
The history of concrete is a fundamental and intrinsic aspect of the history of civilization. Since time immemorial, channeling creativity, scientific knowledge and grit - man has created structures to suit his personal and societal needs. Natural cement was first made when the earth first started going through intense geological changes. Let’s discovery the [...]
After living in a cozy rental apartment for years, you and your family have finally made the plunge. After lots of consideration, looking for people to help you with the big decision and a lot of searching around the city - you have finally found home! It’s comfortable, spacious and living here feels like [...]
Curing is the process of controlling moisture loss from concrete that has already been placed. Curing ensures hydration of the cement, which in turn enhances it, s strength and durability. Curing takes place immediately after placing of the concrete and deals with maintenance of the desired temperature and moisture for extended periods of time. [...]
Cement is something so all-pervasive and fundamental to urban existence that it often becomes easy to take for granted. However, very few objects have been as instrumental to societal growth as cement. Let us go over the basics. What is cement? Cement is effectively a binder, a substance used for construction which hardens and [...]
Construction of any building or structure comes with a lot of challenges, especially in India. The biggest challenge can be the unpredictable weather. The monsoons not only have the potential to ruin all the raw materials on a site, but also puts the workers at risk. The effects rain has on exposed concrete is [...]