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Timber and its properties

Timbers is that part of tree that can be used for structural proposes/construction and carpentry. MECHANICAL properties of timber includes; 1. Strength :- this is the ability of timber to withstand stress or external load. i.e . Bending stress, compression stress, tensile stress, shear stress. 2. Elasticity :- EI Its ratio if Modulus of elasticity to its inertial. PHYSICAL properties of timber includes; 1. Density : this is the ratio its mass and volume. Timber with a close packed grain tends to handle a higher loading than those with much spaced grain. 2. Thermal Expansion. 3. Thermal conductivity 4. Seasoning : this is process of reducing moisture content from timber. This could be natural seasoning or artificial seasoning.

How to Identify Quality/Original Stone Coated Roofing Tiles

The following steps will help to Identify Quality, Stone Coated Roofing Tiles. 1.       Check the back of the roof tile, confirm whether The Manufacturer's name, Distributor's name and ISO Number is fully inscribed at the back of the stone coated roofing tiles. If you can't find this information, it is an indication that the stone coated roofing tile is "inferior" and it will surely fade off in short period of time. 2.   Ask the distributor or supplier to provide the manufacturer's full contact. Failure of your distributor or supplier provides the manufacturer's contact, is an indication that they are supplying you with "inferior" stone coated roofing tiles. 3.  The thickness of the stone coated roofing tiles must be 0.55mm in gauge 4.   The price range is an average of; #3,200( New Zealand and Belgium ), #2,600 to #2,900( South Korea ) per sqm And for the design ...

Difference between oil paints and water paints

OIL PAINT: This is a type of slow-drying paint that consist of particles of pigments suspended in a drying oil, its viscosity may be modified by the addition of solvents such as white spirit,kero, etc.common applications of oil paint are in finishing and protection of wood in buildings and exposed metal structures ·          They are water and weather proof. ·          Proven to be a reliable in coating ·          Provides good finishes with no brush marks ·          Provides for higher aesthetics values as it’s easily clean ·          Use to stop capillary rise, stop rusting in metals, ·          Use as protector where there is high tendency of wall staining or damaged due to human/environmental factors. WATER PAINT: ...

How to Safely Acquire Landed Property (Helpful Legal Hints)

Unfortunately, some people part with their hard earned money of which the legal and factual status they knew nothing about because they throw away caution any patience whenever they wish to purchase landed property and of course they end up litigation and ever lingering problem which some time surface immediately after payment, most of those problems are avoidable if you follow some of the hints provided below: A.      RIGHT ATTITUDE                      i.             Never be in a hurry to acquire or part with your money, it’s advisable to do the   right  thing even if it will cost you the transaction, count if it’s for good, no regret.                                ii.   ...

Understanding Cement Measurements

Cement is manufacturer packed and supply in bags (50kg) or tonnes which is constant. NB-       1 cubic meter (m 3) = 1.51 tonne.                        1000 kg = 1tonne                       100 bags = 4.2638 tonne.                         10 bags = 0.4238 tonne                            1 bag = 0.0426 tonne = 94 lb

Reinforcements/Iron Rod purchase ,What to expecting - Types, Sizes and Quantity

Size-diameter Quantity 10mm rods contains 133 pieces 12mm rods contains 93 pieces 16mm rods contains 52 pieces 20mm rods contains 33 pieces The length for single one is between 11.5 meters -12 meters       or 37.95 ft. - 39.6 ft.       Iron rods are measure in tonnes or weight ·          Common Sizes are in ‘mm’ diameters (6mm, 8mm, 10mm, 12mm, 16mm, 20mm, 22mm etc.)

Before negotiating for that Aluminum,step Tiles roofing sheets.-cost and specifications, what you need to know

coated step tiles roofing sheets                              Aluminum Roofing Sheets, All Types/Price Per Square-Meter                                                            Sales and Installation Understanding the cost of  building project and especially cost of roofing materials is imperative to minimize unnecessary lost to suppliers or the contractors. The objective is to help you have in mind the average cost of building material in the country. pls leave a comment if you find it helpful SALES STEP TILES - ALUMINIUM SHEETS/TILES:  0.45mm Step Tile cost --------------------------------------------------------------=...