Refurbishment involves improving the quality of a building by cleaning, decorating and re-equipping. It can also include elements of retrofitting to make the building more…
Builders often struggle with budget limitations. This is why it is important to consider the cost-effectiveness of different building materials before starting a project. Some…
Many forms of insulation exist, from bulky materials that resist conductive and convective heat flow in a home to sleek foils that reflect radiant energy.…
Comfort is an all-in-one fabric conditioner and softener. It comes in seven refreshing fragrance variants. The word comfort means to soothe or console; reassure or…
The construction industry is starting to benefit from nanotechnology breakthroughs. However, information about potential environmental or health threats is limited. Carbon nanotubes can improve the…
The use of prefabricated materials offers a number of benefits for construction projects. These include efficiency, cost savings and environmental benefits. Prefabricated construction is a…
The roof is the most vulnerable part of any building and is subjected to a variety of stresses. Rain, snow, bitter cold, and bright sunlight…
Material innovation is a key component of bridge construction, reducing costs and maintenance expenses. Engineers tinker with iron to produce refined versions that are ductile…
The building industry is responsible for a large percentage of global carbon emissions. Understanding the carbon footprint of building materials is a crucial step to…
Thermal breaks are materials that stop or reduce energy transfer by interrupting a material with high thermal conductivity. Examples include steel wall ties, window frames…