Materials Guide

A comprehensive guide to the best materials resources, organized by type. Curated by Construction News.

Guides

A Practical Guide on Choosing the Right TMT Bar Company for Construction

This guide provides essential criteria for selecting the right TMT bar company for construction projects, emphasizing quality, reliability, and compliance with standards.

Reddit - Construction

Articles

Drywall and wood vs just wood for vaulted celling - GreenBuildingAdvisor

The article discusses the considerations for using drywall versus wood for a vaulted ceiling in a cottage build, focusing on insulation, air leakage, and heating performance.

Green Building Advisor

Ventilation for sealed attic and crawl space - GreenBuildingAdvisor

The article discusses ventilation strategies for sealed attics and crawl spaces in residential construction, focusing on controlled air exchange and safety considerations.

Green Building Advisor

Anyone dealing with surplus materials after demo/reno jobs?

The article discusses the challenges of managing surplus materials in construction, exploring options like selling, donating, or disposing of unused items.

Reddit - Construction

Interior window trim- where to buy?

A Reddit user seeks recommendations for purchasing interior window trim in the San Francisco Bay Area, exploring options between MDF and real wood for a modern craftsman style.

Reddit - Construction

Bunker Tower / Powerhouse Company | ArchDaily

The Bunker Tower in Eindhoven, completed in 2022, showcases a transformative architectural project that revitalizes a historic Brutalist structure while adding modern residentia...

ArchDaily

Supreme Court Ends Trump’s IEEPA Tariffs in 6-3 Decision | Engineering News-Record

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6-3 to invalidate Trump's IEEPA tariffs, stating that only Congress has the authority to impose tariffs, emphasizing constitutional limits on execut...

ENR - Engineering News-Record

Copper Union Removal - Wood support

The article discusses the challenges and techniques involved in removing copper unions from wood supports in construction projects.

Reddit - Construction

shid and camed official toilet

A humorous Reddit post discussing the challenges of using a toilet on a construction site, highlighting the unique situations faced by workers.

Reddit - Construction

House of Remarks / fala 171 | ArchDaily

The House of Remarks by fala 171 in Porto, Portugal, showcases a unique architectural approach where new structures disrupt existing spaces, creating a dialogue between old and ...

ArchDaily

Researchers advance sustainable 3D concrete printing for the construction industry

Researchers have made significant strides in developing sustainable 3D concrete printing technologies, aiming to reduce environmental impact in the construction industry.

Construction Industry News

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