Did you know that brick is considered to be perhaps the most durable man-made structural building material out there? Bricks are so strong in their molecular composition that they provide exceptional wear resistance in construction contexts.
When designing a bulkhead using the typical “navy wall” design, you will need to set your pilings at 60-inch intervals along the length of the expanse. The walers (the horizontal support beams) need to be at least 6”x6”and attached to the pilings with galvanized bolts.
Did you know that aluminum is a highly reflective metal? The reflective nature of aluminum – which can help to block out sunlight – is one reason why aluminum is a preferred metal for items including aluminum blinds, aluminum doors, and aluminum windows.
Pediments are a wonderful piece to put above a window or a door, as it could add emphasis to a room or entrance. The pediment replaces what would be a straight and angular edge with a more welcoming and pleasing round archway, definitely adds character.
Tilt-up and pre-cast concrete structures, while they may perform similar functions, are different products. Tilt-up structures are manufactured on-site; pre-cast materials are created off-site and transported to the indicated destination.
Calcium hydroxide, also known as slaked lime, is sometimes used in the production of plaster. It is a crystalline, inorganic compound that's typically sold as either a powder or putty product.
What is the main ingredient in plaster of Paris? If you guessed gypsum, you're right. Powdered gypsum mixed with water can be molded easily and dried to a hard finish. It has been used for centuries as both a building material and artistic medium.
Columns are one of the easiest things to install now thanks to architectural foam, but they weren’t always that way. Or course the oldest examples of columns were made purely from stone, carved to reflect bundled reeds, as evidenced in old Egyptian architecture.
Did you know that the pyramids contain some plasterwork that is thought to be more than 4,000 years old? What's more is there were also plasterer's tools found on site that are very similar to plasterer's tools in use today.
Even if you’re only landscaping a small area, the amount of supplies can quickly add up. For example, covering a 20 ft x 20 ft area with mulch or gravel about 1” deep will take 1.3 cubic yards, or enough to fill the bed of a pickup.
We understand that all the work you do is a direct reflection on you, not the products you use. Let us help you pick the brands and types of chemicals that will make your final product is the best it can be.
Did you know that the use of recycled aluminum offers substantial energy benefits? Re-melting used aluminum requires only 5 percent of the energy needed to produce primary metal.
Aside from giving you better looking interiors, another advantage of using plaster in your home is it gives you a measure of fire protection. Typically, plaster will slow the spread of fire because it releases water vapor when exposed to flame.
Architectural foam components offer a range of very practical advantages. They’re affordable, easy to handle and install, environmentally friendly, impervious to rot, insect resistant, naturally insulating, and unaffected by weather and moisture when sealed.
In the early 1900s, Metal Forms Corporation (MFC) developed the first effective steel forms for concrete. Different versions were designed for specific purposes to support the growing interest in concrete house and road construction.
White cement plasters are used in a number of structural designs, including (but not limited to) pre-cast panels, floors, and walls. In fact, white cement plaster is used in the construction of everything from bridges and high rise buildings to parking structures, floor slabs, and exterior cladding.
There are several defects to watch for when it comes to selecting construction grade lumber. This includes decay, fissures, insect damage, weathering, brittle heart, and wide growth tree rings.
"Efflorescence" refers to the white residue found on brick and stone structures that appears when moisture in the material carries natural salts to the surface. A variety of professional-grade formulas effectively remove the powdery residue.
One of the major benefits of our aluminum structures is that they are virtually maintenance-free. This is due to the strength of aluminum’s corrosion resistance, which is bolstered by its naturally formed protective coating.
In British usage, a "dock" specifically refers to an enclosed area where a ship can load and unload goods, or receive repairs. A wet dock contains water controlled by gates or locks, while a dry dock has been emptied of water.
Did you know that plaster of Paris can get as hot as 150 degrees Celsius as it hardens? This is due to the exothermic reaction that occurs with the addition of water as the gypsum reforms into a crystal lattice.
Penetrating concrete sealers offer several advantages. Not only do they provide excellent protection against outdoor exposure, but the sealant is breathable (allowing moisture vapors to escape) and don’t change the appearance of the surface.
Did you know that there are literally thousands of formulations of various polymer coatings for concrete, each one different from the next? Although epoxies and polyurethanes are the most commonly used polymers, you have plenty of options to choose from.
Remember, weeding your landscaping beds can be a considerable chore during certain seasons. Let’s talk about the supplies we have available that will help choke the weeds out of your beds.