UK Construction Blog

MARCH 26, 2025

The post Top 10 Construction Defects: Prevent These Costly Building Mistakes appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Key Takeaways Construction defects commonly stem from design deficiencies, poor workmanship, substandard materials and inadequate quality control, potentially reducing property values by up to 25%.

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Construction Specifier

JANUARY 26, 2025

Photo courtesy Intertek As building codes and standards evolve, the demand for airtight, environmentally friendly building enclosures increases among building owners, insurers, and design professionals. Air barriers are essential for maintaining the integrity and performance of building enclosures.

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GCP Applied Technologies

JANUARY 23, 2024

In addition, GCP Specialty Building Materials will feature its waterproofing and soil conditioning systems. Experience our admixture solutions alongside our soil conditioning, waterproofing, leak sealing, and engineered slab systems, all in one exhibit.

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GCP Applied Technologies

MAY 14, 2018

Specifying below grade waterproofing. Waterproofing basements and other below grade spaces takes special considerations. Here are five points to consider when specifying waterproofing for these spaces. . Be sure that your waterproofing membrane bonds adhesively to the structure. Ask about manufacturer support.

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GCP Applied Technologies

JANUARY 20, 2023

Digging Deeper Foundations = More Water Infiltration Challenges Phillip.fry@gc… Fri, 01/20/2023 - 15:21 How to mitigate the risk with proven below-grade waterproofing solutions GCP Applied Technologies January 20, 2023 Specifying proven below-ground waterproofing during the design phase is critical. Corrosive groundwater. Dewatering.

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Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Curtain wall systems are ever present in today’s commercial construction marketplace. Technological advancements in curtain wall design tools, materials, prototyping, and fabrication techniques offer new avenues for achieving these lofty design and performance goals. Jackson, AIA Photo courtesy Simpson Gumpertz & Heger Inc.

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UK Construction Blog

APRIL 2, 2025

This remarkable material can be tailored with features like anti-slip properties for safety or self-smoothing for a polished appearance, making it suitable for domestic, industrial and commercial environments alike. Epoxy resin flooring has become the go-to choice for Birmingham property owners seeking long-lasting results.

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GCP Applied Technologies

MARCH 14, 2018

Before delegating design, consult your manufacturer. As long as design delegation continues to occur in traditional design-build and design-bid-build projects, and new project delivery approaches evolve, professional liability for the design of a project will find itself at the center of conflicts. Phillip.fry@gc….

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GCP Applied Technologies

DECEMBER 9, 2020

For example, waterproofing on decks has often been done using open flames (aka hot applied approach), and this requires additional permitting in some regions. That's one reason why many waterproofing applicators have switched from hot-applied products to cold-applied liquid waterproofing. Liquid waterproofing.

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GCP Applied Technologies

MARCH 14, 2018

Before delegating design, consult your manufacturer. As long as design delegation continues to occur in traditional design-build and design-bid-build projects, and new project delivery approaches evolve, professional liability for the design of a project will find itself at the center of conflicts. Phillip.fry@gc….

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GCP Applied Technologies

MAY 14, 2018

Specifying below grade waterproofing. Waterproofing basements and other below grade spaces takes special considerations. Here are five points to consider when specifying waterproofing for these spaces. . Be sure that your waterproofing membrane bonds adhesively to the structure. Ask about manufacturer support.

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GCP Applied Technologies

APRIL 25, 2018

As building technologies evolve into more complex systems and assemblies, don't feel like you have to specify alone. GCP’s Design Advantage collaborates with the project team to specify the appropriate products and systems for any construction project. GCP Applied Technologies. April 25, 2018. learn more >. learn more >.

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Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

By Iltaz Alam and Marysusan Couturier Photo ©Chris Boswell/Dreamstime.com Ensuring a building’s durability and energy efficiency hinges on a continuous air barrier throughout the building enclosure. Critical are the tie-ins between different components and materials, which must be properly managed and installed to prevent failures.

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GCP Applied Technologies

AUGUST 1, 2019

Safeguard building. Tuscany’s Apuano Hospital chooses PREPRUFE® waterproofing. This meant not just providing a waterproofing system but a system that would secure joints and penetrations throughout the below-grade structure, since those areas have the highest vulnerabilities to water infiltration. Waterproofing.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

Your primary purpose guides decisions on layout, materials, and budget allocation. Create specific zones for tools, gardening equipment, sports gear and automotive supplies to establish a logical system. Label storage containers clearly with waterproof markers or printed labels to identify contents at a glance.

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CCR Magazine

MARCH 26, 2025

The Penetron System of crystalline concrete waterproofing products provides the hotel’s concrete foundation structures with enhanced durability to resist concrete deterioration from the marine environment. “Once the Penetron System is applied, protection lasts for the service life of the concrete!”

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CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 10, 2024

GAF, a Standard Industries company and North America’s largest roofing and waterproofing manufacturer, today announced the appointment of John Barkhouse to the newly created position of President, reporting to CEO, John Altmeyer. This appointment follows a period of sustained growth at GAF. “He

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CivilJungle

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

Sealants are the materials, which are used to seal the progress of substance between two surfaces, or where two different characters meet. The materials used for the manufacturing of sealants are the often chemical compounds, both organic or inorganic. Due to many reasons, in inadequate dewatering, faults in plumbing system etc.,

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CCR Magazine

JULY 31, 2024

The methods of installing flat roofs have gone through a lot of changes considering the design and usage of the building. Nevertheless, using flat roofing presents some major difficulties associated with drainage and waterproofing. EPDM, being a durable material, is normally bonded either with adhesives or fasteners.

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CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Siplast, a Standard Industries company, announced the addition of two high-performance polyiso wall insulation products to the company’s existing WALLcontrol™ Air & Water-Resistive Barrier (AWB) Systems, offering an exterior continuous insulation solution and supporting the company’s continued expansion into the building enclosure space.

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Construction Specifier

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

These documents provide valuable insights into the environmental and health impacts of building materials, respectively. Typically prepared by product manufacturers, both EPDs and HPDs often involve third-party verification to ensure accuracy and credibility.

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CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

This acquisition further strengthens Holcim’s commitment to expanding its comprehensive building envelope solutions beyond roofing, providing customers with a broader range of high-performance materials for residential and commercial applications. Holcim Building Envelope is a division of the Holcim Group.

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Specification Product Update

JULY 26, 2024

The certification reflects Mapei’s commitment to whole life cycle sustainability, from raw materials, through manufacturing and packaging and reducing the amount of CO 2 associated to the product itself. Mapei calculates the impacts its products have on the environment using the standardised LCA (Life Cycle Assessment) method.

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CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 22, 2024

TYPAR ® , a leading provider of high-performance building wrap, construction tape, flashing and accessories, is introducing the industry’s first Clear Acrylic Flashing. As such, Clear Acrylic Flashing is also covered by TYPAR’s industry-leading lifetime limited system and labor warranty. It is UV-resistant for up to nine months.

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CivilJungle

OCTOBER 18, 2021

The House construction Steps is explained in detail below: Building Construction Process Two Main Parts Divided as Below. Building Construction Process from Start to Finish Pdf : Click Here. Sub Building Construction Steps with Main Building Construction. In this building construction process first step.

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Work Gearz

MAY 26, 2022

Originally known by the name of the Chippewa Shoe Manufacturing Company, in 1984, it was sold to Justin Brands, and again in 2000 to Berkshire Hathaway. It is a family-owned business with the philosophy of using only the highest quality materials available in the production of footwear. insulation. Price $199 to $425 $200 to $400.

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CivilJungle

DECEMBER 30, 2022

Mastic asphalt flooring will create an associated fluid barrage of specific class asphalt with pure sand in a certain amount flowing on the building surface in a warm shape with sufficient stability to go down quickly. Whilst also benefiting from a flooring material with excellent damp-proofing properties. Is Mastic Asphalt Waterproof?

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CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 12, 2024

In the battle against urban pests, prevention through strategic material selection offers a powerful first line of defense. While many property owners focus on post-infestation treatments, the choice of building materials during construction can significantly reduce or even prevent cockroach problems before they begin.

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Work Gearz

AUGUST 17, 2021

Carpentry is a very physically demanding job with building, moving, carrying, and basically being on your feet all day. These work boots really got our attention because of their excellent construction and top-quality materials. Work boots Uppers Soles Safety Waterproof. No waterproofing. Best Carpenter Boots Reviews.

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CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 14, 2024

Serge Ferrari Group , a leader indesigning, developing, and manufacturing innovative composite fabrics, proudly announces the winner of the companys international contest, celebrating the 25th anniversary of Soltis 502 Proof, the companys flagship waterproof membrane fabric.

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 30, 2021

As a result, resilient design has grown into an industrywide movement calling on engineers, architects, environmental consultants, and other design professionals to create buildings that not only withstand severe storms like hurricanes and tornadoes, but also remain habitable under extreme weather circumstances.

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Construction Specifier

JULY 5, 2022

Among the many performance characteristics expected of today’s building wraps (also referred to as weather-resistive barriers, water-resistive barrier, or housewrap), draining bulk water is increasingly important. In many areas around the country, building codes are driving the need for better moisture management solutions.

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CivilJungle

FEBRUARY 5, 2022

CMU is a modern building unit that has various benefits as compared to bricks. The CMU blocks are available in various shapes and sizes in the market and are widely used in the construction of walls of the building. The concrete masonry units have an interlocking system that gets fitted into each other. Introduction of CMU Wall.

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Work Gearz

APRIL 9, 2021

Lace Up Boot Safety Waterproof Construction Outsole. Timberland Pro Direct Attach Optional steel toe Waterproof leather Seam sealed Synthetic. Keen Utility Wenatchee Steel Toe Optional steel toe; EH rated Waterproof membrane Goodyear Welt Synthetic. Should they be waterproof? Waterproof. Water repellent.

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Work Gearz

MAY 20, 2020

You want footwear that has the best kind of comfort, support, durablility, made with high quality material and protection at mind. . There are plenty of companies that have the utmost quality and superior material when it comes to work boot, and I’ve created a list compiling the best ones. Which is okay. “Born in the woods.

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Work Gearz

MAY 31, 2020

Image Title Brand Price Buy Top KEEN Utility Men's Lansing Mid Steel Toe Waterproof Work Boot Construction, Raven/Tawny Olive, 11 D (Medium) US KEEN Utility Buy on Amazon Danner Men’s Tachyon 8” GTX Duty Boot,Black,10.5 KEEN Utility Men’s Lansing Mid Steel Toe Waterproof Work Boot . Waterproof and Breathable. In a Hurry?

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 20, 2024

1 The only exception noted in the code is for a coal tar based roof system. 1 The only exception noted in the code is for a coal tar based roof system. A sloped water-shedding roof can tolerate some minor imperfections during construction and still perform its primary function for waterproofing. By Darrell L. Section 1105.2

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