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Trends March 24, 2021

The importance of soil testing before construction

Reading Time: 4 minutes Soil testing is the most important part of a pre-construction checklist. The stability, retentivity, and resistance of an entire building depend on it. The soil engineers test the composition of the soil, in order to determine the construction factors. Strong soil, which gets the pass to construct a building on it, has adequate density for bearing the construction load and does not settle or compact post-construction. In regards to moisture, the soil does not expand or contract excessively. Therefore, it is highly necessary to test the soil standard before you get or give approval for the construction. Importance of soil testing With soil being of the utmost importance, as is the base of the foundation of a building, we have jotted down some of the most crucial benefits of soil testing. Bearing capacity Primarily, the soil testing gives an estimation of the bearing capacity of the soil. It requires holding…

Tips October 24, 2020

How To Check The Quality Of Cement Before Construction

Reading Time: 3 minutes Many different materials are required when constructing a building, including steel, bricks, etc. But the thing that binds them together is cement. It is one of the most important materials during the construction of buildings, and also one of the most frequently used. The quality of the cement that you choose will end up determining how long-lasting and sturdy your building will be. So it is of the utmost importance that you perform a cement quality test before choosing what brand of cement you want to use in your home. Cement Quality Test Cement quality tests are generally performed inside laboratories. But labs for such testing can be hard to come by, especially in rural or suburban areas. There’s no need to worry, as there are some simple tests that you can perform on-site to check the quality of cement. Let’s look at how you can perform a cement quality…

Tips August 29, 2020

How to check the quality of bricks before construction

Reading Time: 4 minutes Bricks are the foundation material of a building. It is a dire necessity of a homeowner to know how to check the quality of bricks before construction or buying. Brick quality tests have multiple steps and need some precautionary steps before conducting the tests. Any of the following brick quality tests can ensure long term sustainability of bricks if the results are positive. You can do these tests all by yourself or take help from an expert. But knowing how to check the quality of bricks properly makes you aware to conduct or invigilate these tests. Efflorescence test The efflorescence test checks the salt deposit density in the brick and is one of the most efficient brick quality tests. Higher salt deposits mean lower quality. A brick should not have any salt deposits in order to be sustainable. Slight salt deposits are acceptable but there are problems with moderate deposits…

My Home August 16, 2020

Interior Design Setups To Make Use Of During Construction

Reading Time: 4 minutes Ready apartments are the easiest to decorate, as you can foresee what to do with which room. We’ll place the chandelier in this room, dad’s wardrobe in that room. So simple, right? But it isn’t always. Home decor is ever changing. One day, it’s accent walls, and the next day, we’re back to minimalist decor. Trends are always evolving. And in today’s article, we will discuss one of the more challenging aspects of home decor – how to do interior design during construction. This can have a massive impact on your overall interior design setup, and subsequent home decor once the apartment or house is ready. So, let’s check out some interesting setups for interior design during construction. Wall Fitted Furniture Wall fitted furniture is the first thing you should have in mind when doing interior design during construction. Especially when it comes to cabinets. Although cabinets have their pros…

Tips July 11, 2020

Do’s and Don’ts while visiting a construction site

Reading Time: 3 minutes Not only is it difficult to work in a construction site, it is also a dangerous job. Handling heavy machinery, transferring construction goods, and people working to get things done can make any construction site a dangerous place. Construction workers are well trained and take all the precautionary measures to avoid accidents. But as a visitor, you might not. So there are certain rules and regulations that you must comply with. So what are the things that need to be followed to ensure visitors’ safety at a construction site? What you should do Taking as much precaution as you can is always great when visiting a construction site. But there are some absolutes that must be maintained to ensure visitors’ safety at a construction site. Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) Goggles, protective gloves, and safety hats are life-saving equipment. Without these, any construction site can become a risk zone. Heavy…

Trends November 8, 2019

3D construction technology: A futuristic solution to Bangladesh’s housing construction issues

Reading Time: 4 minutes From living in caves to building skyscrapers; our construction techniques have evolved to provide enormous living accommodation facilities we enjoy today. Different periods of history have aided in this construction evolution. The first hut or shelter was fully constructed by hand or with rudimentary tools in the primitive epoch. Then the Bronze revolution happened and, as cities began to grow bigger, craftsmen or professionals showed up with their brand new innovative construction concepts. Over time, steam-powered machinery was introduced, and later, diesel and electric-powered vehicles such as cranes, excavators, and bulldozers paved the way for modern construction techniques. Despite the use of these modern machineries and techniques, waste and cost efficiency in building and home construction is yet to be achieved. As a result, in addition to waste and cost efficiency, a lot of complications regarding housing and construction still persists to this day. However, during the third industrial revolution,…

Tips February 23, 2019

THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT BUILDING CONSTRUCTION

Reading Time: 4 minutes Having a proper family home is a top priority for many. Owning a home gives a sense of satisfaction and security unlike any. Therefore, many would invest their life’s savings to ensure a quality house. While the majority of people look for ready apartments in Dhaka, some would rather take the matter into their own hands and construct a home. Taking charge of the construction means you get to design the building your own way. While it may sound great, lack of knowledge in this field may have drastic results. Hence, here are a few things to know about building construction that you should know of. Type of Materials All core building materials have multiple variations. For instance, there are 3 types of bricks, 2 types of sand, 12 types of stone chips; just in our country. Based on need and affordability, different materials are used for different types of…

Trends October 17, 2018

COMPARISON BETWEEN READY & UNDER CONSTRUCTION APARTMENTS

Reading Time: 5 minutes For apartment buyers, one of the most arguable questions is whether to go for ready to shift in flats or under construction ones. Of course, choosing a property depends on several factors including personal preference and affordability. However, it is natural for a buyer to go through an apartment comparison period before engaging in any transaction. Both under construction and ready to shift in flats serve different purposes and buyer intents. Hence, what might seem like a great deal for some might not be suitable for others. Then again, it is crucial to understand the investment benefits between ready vs under construction flats. If you are planning to purchase an apartment in Dhaka, take a look at the apartment comparison between ready and under construction properties. Price Factor Usually, the first thing to catch your eyes is the monetary value of the property. Above all, the flat has to be within…

Pulse April 12, 2015

HI-TECH PARK NOW UNDER CONSTRUCTION

Reading Time: 2 minutes An announcement was made today that the construction of Bangladesh’s very first hi-technology business park has begun in Gazipur. The plans for the groundbreaking new business premises have been 16 years in the making. The government appointed developer, Bangladesh TechnoSity, is ambitiously planning to complete the first building in just one and a half years. The first stage is for the construction of a 186,000 square foot building equipped with green energy technology and built with sustainable materials. The developers plan to invest some $26 million over the course of the full project. In about a year, it will be ready for businesses to move in. A handful of international business has signaled their interest at this early stage as the park will be one of the premier commercial locations in this rapidly developing country. Impact on Real Estate in Gazipur Our analysts have now moved Gazipur from mid-range potential…

Tips April 12, 2014

THE DIFFERENT TYPES OF BUILDING MATERIALS

Reading Time: 2 minutes Building materials include any material that is used in the construction process. These can be split between synthetic and natural materials and green materials which are good for the environmental. 8 types of building materials Rock This is the one material people think of first. It is one of the longest standing building materials in the world and although it is very protective it suffers from being too heavy to carry and is not a very effective in keeping you warm. Thatch Thatch has been around since the late medieval times (1350-1600). Each type of hatch will have a different life span: rush; 3-5 years, bracken; 5-10 years, heather; 20-30 years, and reed; 30-50 years. Brush Brush is made from plants found in rainforests and is mostly used in tropical and subtropical areas. Mostly, it is used with rocks where gaps between stones are filled with insulation and concrete. Ice…