Building materials, concrete, steel, and composites
My plans called for 6x6 post to connect to 6x8 beams via post to beam Simpson connectors . I had to go with a rough cut saw mill to cut t...
Victim repeatedly hit with three tonne timber pallet at Huws Gray site
Completed in 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. Images by Tom Ross. LLDS has re-conceptualised the Victorian terrace typology in response to t...
I’m planning use either XPS or EPS (reclaimed hopefully) for exterior insulation, but I am concerned about insect intrusion. I’d love to...
A construction worker has been rescued about five hours after being pinned by a piece of concrete at a construction site in the city’s we...
A Reddit user inquires about a specific knife plate and dowel hardware for a 2x6 slat partition, seeking insights from the construction c...
The Shahrak Villa, designed by NextOffice under Alireza Taghaboni, blends traditional pitched-roof architecture with innovative spatial r...
This Reddit post discusses methods to cover the gap between carpet and washroom tile, especially for those unable to replace carpet with ...
A Reddit post discusses major termite damage to a wooden post and questions the rationale behind replacing it with another wood post inst...
A Reddit discussion on transitioning from a Geotech consultancy to construction supplier sales, focusing on commission earnings and exper...
This Reddit post discusses the best materials and tools for constructing a mini cross space storage closet unit under the stairs in a bas...
The article discusses how to determine the F-factor for a slab-on-grade with insulation on top, addressing a specific query from a user r...
A Florida homeowner seeks advice on renovating a bathroom with a tub against a concrete wall, focusing on mold prevention and vapor barri...
The article discusses the installation of 100mm Rock Wool panels for a Class A fire-rated chemical storage facility, highlighting the ben...
A Reddit user inquires about the proper procedure for removing wood braces from concrete foundation footings before pouring walls, raisin...
The article discusses the need for effective glove combinations for cold weather, emphasizing the importance of maintaining dexterity whi...
A Reddit user seeks advice on renovating a Florida bathroom, focusing on preventing mold issues when installing a tub/shower against an e...
A Reddit post discusses the experience of installing Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) on a favorable day, highlighting the practical as...
The article discusses the considerations for damp proofing concrete stem walls in slab-on-ground construction, particularly in cold, dry ...
The article discusses the challenges of integrating a concrete-free slab with a frost-protected shallow foundation in home construction, ...
A humorous Reddit post highlights the absurdity of needing precise tools like a micrometer in construction, sparking discussions on pract...
This article discusses the design considerations for a low-slope monoslope roof, focusing on plywood air barriers, venting strategies, an...
The article discusses the potential use of polyiso roof insulation for crawlspace walls and rim joists, exploring its effectiveness and a...
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