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There are different uses of cement such as to make cement mortar, cement concrete which are used in various types of masonry and concrete structures....

Many of the complex folded shapes that form mammalian tissues can be explained with very simple instructions, bioengineers report. By patterning mechanically active mouse or human cells to thin layers of extracellular fibers, the researchers could create bowls, coils, and ripples out of living tissue. The cells collaborated mechanically through a web of these fibers to fold themselves up in predictable ways, mimicking natural developmental stages.

There are two chances to hear editor Justin Fink’s dulcet tones this week: in our usual Fine Homebuilding podcast and as a guest in sister publication Fine Woodworking’s Shop Talk […] The post Podcast Episode 89 — Gross Stories appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

My brother Bruce and I got to work again with the construction students from Warwick Area Career Tech Center (WACTC)  and their teacher Mike Haynes in November and December helping […] The post Students Learn Commercial-Style Steel Framing appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

A hole saw is the perfect tool for drilling clean, accurate holes in a door slab. After squaring over the strike location from the jamb, use the template provided with […] The post How to Drill a Lockset on a New Door appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

This bedroom, in a Victorian in San Francisco, is an oasis of calm. Using reclaimed flooring and an all-white palette, the architect creates a sense of a quiet retreat. Claiming […] The post Victorian Master Bedroom appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

Architect John Silverio created this inviting entrance for a waterfront house he designed in coastal Maine. With a rounded archway, hip roof, and variegated shingle work, he introduced Richardsonian touches […] The post Crafted Door, Inviting Entrance appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

Under a full moon and surrounded by cows, I photographed a log cabin in Virginia built around 1828 for a book. The cabin had been dismantled, and then reassembled on […] The post Compact Cabin Kitchen appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

At the top of this episode, podcast host and FHB editor Justin Fink skips his usual intro so that he can boast about how great this show is. Which it […] The post Podcast Episode 88 — “The Best Home-Building Show Around!” appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

As part of its presence at IBS 2018, Fine Homebuilding will lead a #KeepCraftAlive Scholarship Fundraising Event, on Wednesday, Jan. 10, from 7-9 pm at Pub Orlando. It will be a […] The post Support the #KeepCraftAlive Scholarship Program at the International Builders Show Next Month appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

Millennials are loosely defined as the generation born in the early 1980s and the twenty years following. For our purposes, we could define this generation as the Twenty-First Century Homeowner. […] The post Marketing to Millennial Homeowners appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

Mechanical engineers predict how seemingly disparate disordered materials fail, using 'softness' as a criterion.

Most of the countries in Southern Europe are ill-prepared when it comes to implementing nearly zero-energy buildings, and in particular, when addressing the challenge to modernize existing buildings, say researchers who have proposed improvements for the development of future buildings.

The organic prestressing system is a concept taken as an inspiration from the behavior of an organic structure (biomimetic or the nature formed...

What is Grade of Concrete? Grade of concrete is defined as the minimum strength the concrete must posses after 28 days of construction with proper...

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What are Various properties and optimization of alkali activated fly ash? Read More at Properties and optimization Alkali activated fly ash The...

New patterning technology which could open opportunities to recreate complex biological environments has been developed.

The organic prestressing system is a concept taken as an inspiration from the behavior of an organic structure (biomimetic or the nature formed...

What is Grade of Concrete? Grade of concrete is defined as the minimum strength the concrete must posses after 28 days of construction with proper...

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What are Various properties and optimization of alkali activated fly ash? Read More at Properties and optimization Alkali activated fly ash The...

Various methods have been developed to drive piles over water. Piles are used as a foundation for various marine structures such as wharves and...

At the top of this episode, podcast host and FHB editor Justin Fink skips his usual intro so that he can boast about how great this show is. Which it […] The post Podcast Episode 88 — “The Best Home-Building Show Around!” appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

As part of its presence at IBS 2018, Fine Homebuilding will lead a #KeepCraftAlive Scholarship Fundraising Event, on Wednesday, Jan. 10, from 7-9 pm at Pub Orlando. It will be a […] The post Support the #KeepCraftAlive Scholarship Program at the International Builders Show Next Month appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

Millennials are loosely defined as the generation born in the early 1980s and the twenty years following. For our purposes, we could define this generation as the Twenty-First Century Homeowner. […] The post Marketing to Millennial Homeowners appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

This bathroom illustrates the magic and value of careful planning and layout. Optimizing small spaces into usable living areas is one of the many advantages of hiring a design professional. […] The post Bathroom Design: Using All of the Available Space appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

Producing and managing a construction project schedule can be a challenge for many construction business owners. In order to be effective, the construction project schedule must be both accurate for […] The post Construction Schedule Templates appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

This renovated farmhouse nestled in the hills of coastal Maine is shown here in its context across the autumnal blueberry fields. From a distance, the house is seen clearly in […] The post Viewing a House from a Distance … appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

In this episode, show regulars Justin Fink, Brian Pontolilo, and Rob Yagid talk about the priorities they put on a complete home remodel of a typical 1980s dwelling. Before they […] The post Podcast Episode 87 — A Whole-House Remodel appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

The unique collaboration between the homeowners and the design team made this project an exciting, extensive, and rewarding experience to photograph. I visited the Vermont cabin on three separate occasions to […] The post A Family Cabin Filled With Memories appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

This bright and welcoming kitchen was added on to the back of a 1920’s row house in San Francisco. The two-story addition includes a master bedroom and bath downstairs, and […] The post A Kitchen Addition appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

Settlement reducing piles are used to reduce differential settlement of piles in basement slab and shaft slab construction and provides economical...

Extrusion and Molding are the main two means by which the bricks are manufactured. The bricks produced by each method have similar characteristics...

Concrete resurfacing is a method of rehabilitation of tone or damaged concrete floor or pavement surfaces to make it available for use without the...

The present development strategies throughout the world demands formal quality management system as a necessary attribute for any business. The main...

The various incentive measures that are applied for workforce motivation in construction industry is based on certain theories which are explained...

The organic prestressing system is a concept taken as an inspiration from the behavior of an organic structure (biomimetic or the nature formed...

Drug discovery could be significantly accelerated thanks to a new high precision machine-learning model.

What is Grade of Concrete? Grade of concrete is defined as the minimum strength the concrete must posses after 28 days of construction with proper...

A Dutch consortium has developed an electrical bicycle that prevents elderly people from falling. The smart Assistive Bicycle, called SOFIE, increases stability by, amongst others, a drive off assistance and by automatically lowering the saddle at low speeds.

By using an electrochemical etching process on a common stainless steel alloy, researchers have created a nanotextured surface that kills bacteria while not harming mammalian cells. If additional research supports early test results, the process might be used to attack microbial contamination on implantable medical devices and on food processing equipment made with the metal.

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At what reading of pressure gauge the GI fitting of kitchen and bathroom should be tested? Read More at What is minimum pressure gauge for GI...

What is the reinforcement coefficients for rcc wall? Read More at What is the reinforcement coefficients for concrete wall? The Constructor

How to add or replace colloidal Nanosilica to concrete? Read More at How to add Nanosilica to concrete? The Constructor

What is Waffle Slab? Waffle slab is a structural component which is plain on its top and contains grid like system on its bottom surface. The top...

Producing and managing a construction project schedule can be a challenge for many construction business owners. In order to be effective, the construction project schedule must be both accurate for […] The post Construction Schedule Templates appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

In this episode, show regulars Justin Fink, Brian Pontolilo, and Rob Yagid talk about the priorities they put on a complete home remodel of a typical 1980s dwelling. Before they […] The post Podcast Episode 87 — A Whole-House Remodel appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

The unique collaboration between the homeowners and the design team made this project an exciting, extensive, and rewarding experience to photograph. I visited the Vermont cabin on three separate occasions to […] The post A Family Cabin Filled With Memories appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

This bright and welcoming kitchen was added on to the back of a 1920’s row house in San Francisco. The two-story addition includes a master bedroom and bath downstairs, and […] The post A Kitchen Addition appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

Timber framer Jack Sobon built this cool little cottage in western Massachusetts using cruck framing, a medieval technique that probably originated in Britain. The  idea is to use a curved […] The post A Cruck-Framed Cottage appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

Social media isn’t just for teens, celebrities, and mommy-bloggers—it’s important for businesses as well. It’s a great place to establish connections, reach out to others, and extend your company’s online […] The post Social Media Marketing Tips For Contractors appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

Driving through the Cottage Park development, you’ll notice that each of the homes have a custom look — a signature of Quality Crafted Homes’ design and construction, enhanced by Fypon […] The post Details Crafted by Fypon Give Fort Wayne Development Distinct Character appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

Submit your story on why you build and why you love what you do, and you could be featured in an upcoming episode of “Why I Build”. Online Form – […] The post Share Your Story appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

In this episode, Matt, Brian, and Rob give Justin a break as he works on the mantel article mentioned last episode. You came for the home building, stay for the […] The post Podcast Episode 86 — “Build On, Baby!” appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

What is RQD (Rock Quality Designation)? Rock Quality Designation (RQD) is a measure of quality of rock core taken from a borehole. RQD signifies the...

Vehicle Traffic Volume Counting by Using Arduino Uno Traffic engineering uses engineering methods and techniques to achieve the safe and time...

The level of high rise construction we see today is a result of series of construction process and development carried throughout years. Initially,...

Structural Details of Burj Khalifa The world’s tallest building, Burj Khalifa took 6 years for its construction and was inaugurated on 4th January...

In this episode, show regulars Justin Fink, Brian Pontolilo, and Rob Yagid talk about the priorities they put on a complete home remodel of a typical 1980s dwelling. Before they […] The post Podcast Episode 87 — A Whole-House Remodel appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

The unique collaboration between the homeowners and the design team made this project an exciting, extensive, and rewarding experience to photograph. I visited the Vermont cabin on three separate occasions to […] The post A Family Cabin Filled With Memories appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

This bright and welcoming kitchen was added on to the back of a 1920’s row house in San Francisco. The two-story addition includes a master bedroom and bath downstairs, and […] The post A Kitchen Addition appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

Timber framer Jack Sobon built this cool little cottage in western Massachusetts using cruck framing, a medieval technique that probably originated in Britain. The  idea is to use a curved […] The post A Cruck-Framed Cottage appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

Social media isn’t just for teens, celebrities, and mommy-bloggers—it’s important for businesses as well. It’s a great place to establish connections, reach out to others, and extend your company’s online […] The post Social Media Marketing Tips For Contractors appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

Driving through the Cottage Park development, you’ll notice that each of the homes have a custom look — a signature of Quality Crafted Homes’ design and construction, enhanced by Fypon […] The post Details Crafted by Fypon Give Fort Wayne Development Distinct Character appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

Submit your story on why you build and why you love what you do, and you could be featured in an upcoming episode of “Why I Build”. Online Form – […] The post Share Your Story appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

In this episode, Matt, Brian, and Rob give Justin a break as he works on the mantel article mentioned last episode. You came for the home building, stay for the […] The post Podcast Episode 86 — “Build On, Baby!” appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

The homeowners wanted an outdoor gathering place for family and friends to visit with plenty of room for entertaining and relaxing. Beautiful sunsets over the Adirondack Mountains and Lake Champlain […] The post Gathering Around the Fireplace appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

Innovative trench support systems have been developed within the past two decades. New proprietary systems over the traditional methods have been...

The automated material management is a part of computer integrated construction (CIC). It involves automated material identification system and the...

The precast concrete walls gain higher in-plane stiffness providing higher stability for the precast buildings. Connections and structural actions of...

The manufacture of asphalt roofing materials has been undergone from the 1890s. Today asphalt shingles cover 70 to 80 percent of the roofs in united...

Superplasticizers are used to fluidify the concrete in the field. Most of the superplasticizers helped to maintain high slump values for a time of 30...

Any installation of wooden flooring over a concrete slab must be carried out only after having a polyethylene vapor barrier on the ground where the...

Shrinkage is an inherent property of concrete. The shrinkage in concrete can be defined as the volume changes observed in concrete due to the loss of...

By using laser-generated, hologram-like 3D images flashed into photosensitive resin, researchers have discovered they can build complex 3D parts in a fraction of the time of traditional layer-by-layer printing.

Planning for Construction of Parking Structures Whenever there is need for parking more than that can be accommodated in the surface lots that is...

Working at heights in construction works is associated with hazards and accidents. Thus, safety procedures are of utmost importance while working at...

Dumpy level is commonly used leveling instrument to locate the points in same horizontal plane. Components, procedure and advantages of dumpy level...

Do you smell gas in the home Edmonton? Natural gas leaks can be serious and the support you need is only a call away. Repeatedly we encounter minor to moderate natural gas leaks.  I have even entered a home with a know leak for over one year time.  Anytime you suspect Natural Gas do not delay, know who to contact in your jurisdiction. For this article we will refer to ATCO Gas in our great city of  YEG Edmonton Home Inspection.    http://www./atcogas.com                                                                                                                  Natural gas unchanged really has little to no smell. A product called Mercaptan is added to the gas to give us...

Materials Used in Bridge Construction Stones, Timber, Concrete and Steel are the traditional materials that are used to carry out bridge...

Freezing reduces strength of concrete by 20 to 40 % when fresh concrete is subjected to freezing. Antifreeze admixtures of concrete, its properties...

Measurement of Air Content in Concrete Air content of concrete is measured by the pressure air measurement method which is based on the principles of...

What is the function of cross beam at the box girders and the bearing plates? Read More at What is the function of cross beam at the box girders and...

What is the minimum requirement of fire rating for 4 storey buildings for solid walls? Read More at What is fire rating requirements of a 4 storey...

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What is short column effect? Explain its behavior against earthquake action? Read More at What is short column effect and its behavior against...