UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

From simple DIY projects like painting walls in light colours to installing affordable storage solutions that maximise vertical space, you can create a functional, visually appealing extension of your living space. Create a detailed floor plan with these measurements to help visualise potential layouts and identify space constraints.

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CCR Magazine

MARCH 26, 2025

Businesses are increasingly opting for solar panels, green roofs, and energy-efficient systems, which help lower costs, reduce carbon emissions, and create eco-friendly, functional spaces. It also enhances indoor air quality by minimizing dependency on synthetic compounds.

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The Pro Builder

JANUARY 2, 2024

Their collaboration enables homeowners or builders to select from Hereabout’s list of preexisting, ready-to-use design plans, then build the home using B.PUBLIC’s prefab floor, roof, and wall panels. Manufacturing the panels in climate-controlled factories also results in 95% less waste and 30% faster home construction, per B.PUBLIC.

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

These include columns, joists, purlins, load-bearing walls, floor slabs, and foundations. These include architectural and MEP systems, furniture, fixtures, equipment, and other contents. describes test methods to evaluate the components of the overall glazing system. Figure 3: AAMA 501.4 Photo courtesy AAMA 501.4,

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The Pro Builder

OCTOBER 25, 2023

The New American Home (TNAH) 2023 not only showcases stunning design and views of the Las Vegas Valley but also serves as a model of high performance in home design, from the home's natural resource efficiencies and renewable energy systems to the healthy, comfortable indoor environment it provides for its owners.

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Construction Specifier

MAY 2, 2023

Harvard University Science and Engineering Complex (SEC) in Boston, Massachusetts, uses a specially designed hydroformed tensile facade system made of stainless steel to maximize energy efficiency and provide occupant comfort. The facade’s stainless-steel material is both delicate and lightweight, mimicking the qualities of fabric.

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Flooring is the foundation of any interior, visually and functionally setting the tone for the space. While there are many high-performance flooring solutions, including some custom options for specific uses, one surface stands above the rest in terms of versatility: hybrid carpet. What is hybrid carpet? In 2022, Allergy Standards Ltd.

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CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Keep reading as we explore some of the best ways to design commercial spaces that speak to all occupants, with a special focus on noise control and safety. Use hard, durable flooring options to accommodate motorized carts, applying a non-slip coating for added protection. To alleviate this concern, invest in acoustic wall panels.

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Construction Marketing

MARCH 14, 2022

This type of cabinet is ideal for individuals who love to DIY or contractors who want high-quality, affordable products. In large, open-plan kitchens with tiled flooring, underfloor heating is increasingly preferred over wall-hung radiators. Floor heating systems are advantageous during the winter months.

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Natural Building

DECEMBER 22, 2022

They make thick walls with a mixture of clay-rich mud, shredded straw and limestone slurry. The AI-controlled robot has pincher-type arms that can scoop up and move heavy globs of wet adobe that are then moved by conveyor to plywood forms. This eliminates much of the labor in building with adobe.

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UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Heres how you can do it right: Check the Structure Look for cracks in the walls or ceilings. Uneven floors or sticking doors could be a sign of trouble. Evaluate Plumbing and Electrical Systems Test all faucets and fixtures. Evaluate Plumbing and Electrical Systems Test all faucets and fixtures. Inspect the foundation.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

These include energy-saving windows and systems to save water. Modern container homes’ Heat Recovery Ventilation System keeps 85% of thermal energy. Insulation ran between AUD$764 to AUD$1,528, while interior walls and finishing added another AUD$4,586 to AUD$7,644. These homes also help save metal for future generations.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 7, 2025

The post 5 Signs Your Hot Water System Needs Professional Attention appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Yet, persistent discoloration suggests a failing hot water system in immediate dire need. Frequent flushing helps remove sediment before it damages interior walls or pollutes your water.

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Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Impermeable areas, such as the roof and second-floor deck, direct water to on-site infiltration planters, cleaning it in the process. The project minimizes construction waste, employs low-maintenance materials, and emphasizes durability, indoor air quality (IAQ), and moisture control. mm (16 in.), and panelized construction.

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Construction Specifier

AUGUST 3, 2023

1 One influence on the increasing rates of asthma and allergies is poor indoor air quality (IAQ) and the presence of indoor pollutants. 1 One influence on the increasing rates of asthma and allergies is poor indoor air quality (IAQ) and the presence of indoor pollutants. Second, through mechanical ventilation, such as HVAC systems.

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BDC Network

MAY 29, 2024

Compelling Conversations: Panelized Walls for Multifamily Projects 1 kcichowicz Wed, 05/29/2024 - 10:37 Learn why a Colorado-based framing contractor favors panelized walls over traditional framing in APA’s Compelling Conversations. DL Cohen says it offers a level of service and quality unavailable in traditional framing.

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Construction Specifier

AUGUST 22, 2024

As flooring covers every square foot and supports every activity, it plays a big role—whether welcoming patients into the lobby, comforting family members in the surgery waiting room, or supporting the nursing staff as they do their rounds. each year, with an average stay of nearly five days.

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 3, 2024

By David Gross Substrate preparation is a crucial first step in the flooring installation process and it can significantly impact the appearance and longevity of the final flooring material. According to Independent Floor Testing & Inspection (IFTI), the leading cause of flooring failures is moisture, costing the industry $2.4

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CCR Magazine

MARCH 26, 2025

Here is a five pronged approach to DIY bug proofing your surroundings for spring: Inspect Your Surroundings Inspecting your surroundings for signs of pest infestation is the first step to controlling excessive pest activity and acing your spring DIY prep. Walls and foundations are best filled with silicone caulk for long lasting results.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

It features elements that maximize the safety, security, and efficiency of the travel process including 100 percent automated screening lanes, 100 percent facial recognition “e-gates” for international departure, an innovative landside terminal design, and 100 percent trackable RFID Independent Carrier System.

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BDC Network

JANUARY 2, 2024

With most of a building’s embodied carbon embedded in its structural system, mass timber's ability to significantly reduce the use of steel materials in a lab project presents a remarkable advantage. Columns, spaced 33 feet apart, are notched at the top to receive the girders, thereby transferring the floor loading to the foundation.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

Using state-of-the-art CNC machinery and digital controls, today’s stair manufacturers can transform even the simplest sketch into a comprehensive plan tailored to your exact specifications. CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machinery can cut materials to sub-millimetre accuracy, ensuring perfect fits during installation.

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Construction Specifier

MAY 7, 2020

Images courtesy Dörken Systems. Hence waterproofing systems are very critical to keeping foundations dry. Like air control above grade, it is important to consider water control below grade as a system solution, and not just as a single component. by Peter Barrett. Understanding site conditions.

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CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Without proper insulation, heat escapes in the winter and enters in the summer, forcing HVAC systems to work harder. A poorly insulated attic forces heating and cooling systems to work overtime, increasing energy consumption and expenses. This leads to higher energy bills and an uncomfortable indoor environment. </p>

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CCR Magazine

MAY 20, 2024

The type of plan that shows the layout of the HVAC system is called a mechanical plan. HVAC systems regulate a building’s temperature, humidity, and air quality. In residential, commercial, and industrial buildings, these systems regulate temperature and provide ventilation and air movement.

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CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

While basic temperature control remains important, integrating advanced climate control services brings measurable improvements to indoor air quality, tenant satisfaction, and building efficiency. The New Air Quality Standards Modern building tenants expect more than just cool air in summer and heat in winter.

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Construction Specifier

APRIL 18, 2023

Built with top quality aluminum frames, our patio sliders are strong and durable. Photos courtesy PRL Glass Systems, Inc. Built with top quality aluminum frames, our patio sliders are strong and durable. These folding door walls accept several glass types to increase energy efficiency, sound control, and hurricane protection.

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GCP Applied Technologies

MARCH 3, 2020

Will the quality of the fly ash change as environmental regulations shift? Combating aggregate quality problems. High quality aggregates are increasingly difficult to find. The scarcity of quality aggregates is leading to the increased use of lower quality aggregates. How expensive will it be? return to top.

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Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Conversations or activity of other occupants, the whirl and beeps of computers and electronic equipment, and the hum of HVAC and mechanical systems all create a cacophony of unwanted sound that is hard to ignore. Office space Controlling noise levels to establish a comfortable and productive working environment.

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UK Construction Blog

JANUARY 31, 2025

Key Takeaways Damp and rot prevention requires a multi-layered approach, incorporating proper drainage, ventilation systems, and moisture barriers during construction phases. Chemical and Physical Barriers Chemical damp proofing creates water-repellent barriers through silicone-based compounds injected into masonry walls.

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Construction Specifier

APRIL 18, 2023

MarinoWARE® SoundGuard® Framing System is expertly designed to provide a noise control solution. Controlling noise and labor is essential for environmental health, safety, and quality, so the SoundGuard ® Framing System was expertly designed to provide a noise control solution that also delivers cost and space-saving benefits.

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CivilJungle

OCTOBER 18, 2021

For that, we must take permission from different boards before you can go for the construction, like this municipal, airport authority, pollution control, etc. A contractor for construction needs to be chosen carefully because it’s a major factor for securing building construction quality and timely construction of work.

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CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Did you know that a properly installed air conditioning system can do more than just cool a room? It can enhance comfort, improve air quality, and even reduce energy costs when chosen wisely. A System Designed for Your Needs Every space is unique, and so are its cooling requirements. Thats why selecting the right system matters.

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UK Construction Blog

JUNE 13, 2023

As the popularity of timber frame construction continues to rise in the UK, understanding the intricacies of timber frame external wall construction details UK becomes increasingly important. Short Summary Understand the theory of timber frame external wall construction, including studs and sheathing, ventilation membranes and cladding.

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CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

The Rise of Multi-Purpose Living Spaces Open floor plans, hybrid work, and changing family needs have shifted home design. Bringing the Outdoors In Outdoor living is more popular than ever, with homeowners extending their style beyond four walls. Open Layouts with Defined Spaces An open floor plan doesnt have to feel chaotic.

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Specification Product Update

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Products from the range of Triton Systems have been used to waterproof a semi-buried single storey extension to an old listed farmhouse near Uckfield in Essex, with the specialist sub-contractor involved being a long-term customer of the manufacturer for its work across the South-East. To find out more about Triton Systems click here.

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BDC Network

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

An office is not a bedroom and noise control is much different in an office than in a home. Tenant ownership will drive an entirely different design, notably for noise and barriers and floor impact. Next, focus on unit-to-unit separation with a common demising wall. It’s more stringent than apartments.

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