In construction, beams are key to keeping structures stable and strong. The ground beams and plinth beams are particularly important elements of a building’s substructure and first floors. Although they may appear similar at first sight and sometimes are even...

Material selection is crucial when one wants to construct permanent structures. Hydrophobic cement is one such transformative substance that influences the way people undertake construction projects. Notable for its ability to repel water, it is beneficial in places where moisture...

Tiny little air bubbles in concrete mixtures, added by air-entraining cement, have completely transformed modern construction. This is because these little pockets of air help to flex and harden the concrete, especially in regions that experience changes from freezing to...

In pursuing energy efficiency and environmental sustainability, identifying solutions for cooling buildings has become important. Among those solutions, using white cement to cool the roof is an innovative approach. White cement was well known for its aesthetic appeal and high...

When you are beginning construction or tiling projects, you have to know the materials that you require. There are two types of grout which can be used namely: the white cement and the standard grout type. Though they seem similar,...

Concrete wall or brick wall—choosing between them is a common debate in every construction project. Generally, builders or homeowners need careful consideration of fundamental building materials to improve their strength and longevity. But the choice between concrete bricks and blocks...

Plastering plays a key role in construction and interior design. In earlier days, OPC and lime were used by builders to plaster. It gives a smooth, good-looking finish to walls and ceilings. But in recent years, white cement has become...