Shingles are types of roof covering consisting of individual tiles that interlock and overlap in such a way that they channel water off a pitched roof. Metal Roof Shingles Metal roofs are among the most popular roofing types. They are lightweight, easy to install using screws and clips, can be painted in a variety of …
Insulation is any material that resists heat transfer. They keep the building warm during winter and cool during summer, thus reducing energy costs. The unit of measurement for the effectiveness of an insulation product is its R-value. This is based on the insulation’s thickness, material and density. The higher the R-value, the more effective an …
Vapor retarders or vapor diffusion retarders are materials that restrict the penetration of moisture through the ceilings, walls, floors, basements, crawl spaces or slab-on-grade foundations of the building. Vapor retarders are supplied in the form of specially treated paper, thin plastic sheeting or low-permeance paint. They are usually referred to as vapor barriers, but this …
Water repellents are coatings applied to concrete and masonry materials intending to keep liquid water from penetrating the surface but still allowing the water vapor to pass through. They are formulated to be vapor permeable. Water repellents are water-based and formulated from modified siloxanes, silanes and other alkoxysilanes or metallic stearates. They are generally transparent …
Waterproofing and dampproofing refers to the various products having the main purpose of preventing moisture from entering and damaging the building structure. Areas prone to moisture seepage are the basements, decks and patios, bathrooms and other frequently wet areas. Dampproofing Dampproofing is done by coating the foundation with tar-based materials or asphalt. When soil is …
Waterproofing and dampproofing refer to the various products having the main purpose of preventing moisture from entering and damaging the building structure. Areas prone to moisture seepage are the basements, decks and patios, bathrooms and other frequently wet areas. Waterproofing Waterproofing is necessary to keep liquid water away from the foundation. Moisture in liquid form …
Vinyl fence is a resilient product made from uPVC or unplasticized PVC, a rigid form of PVC. Due to its rigidity, uPVC is being used as sidings, window frames, fascia, weatherboarding and fence. Aside from being low maintenance, vinyl fence is UV protected so it will not discolor or melt under the heat of the …
Polyvinyl chloride otherwise known as PVC or commonly known as vinyl is the third most produced plastic material after polyethylene and polypropylene. PVC is widely used in construction as PVC pipes, ceiling tiles, vinyl tiles, vinyl siding, *vinyl fence and others. Due to its chlorine content, PVC has a superior fire-retardant quality compared other plastic materials. It …
Plastic fabrications refers to fabricated parts or materials in construction where the main component is made from plastic. Types of Plastics There are two types of plastics: Thermoplastics Thermoplastics are plastics that do not undergo chemical change in their composition when heated and can be molded repeatedly. Examples of thermoplastics are polyethylene, polypropylene, polystyrene, polyvinyl chloride(PVC) …
Laminates are decorative materials applied to the surface of a substrate. They are flame-retardant and have hygienic anti-bacterial properties, which makes them ideal for use in food preparation areas and medical facilities. Laminates are created by impregnating layers of kraft paper with melamine resin. Types of Laminates Laminates differ on how the laminate paper is …
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