Seasoning of Timber and Wood : Its Methods, Objectives.
Seasoning of Timber. By seasoning of timber, it is understood that the controlled reduction of moisture from the wood. This is necessary for reducing … Read more →
Construction
Defects in Timber | Its Types, Reasons.
Defects in Timber. Defects in timber may be defined as, any undesirable character -natural or artificial- that lowers its strength, durability or quality. Defects … Read more →
Top 6 Properties of Wood and Timber used in Construction.
So, let’s Start. Properties of Wood and Timber. Color and odor, specific gravity, moisture content, grain, shrinkage and swelling, and strength are the important … Read more →
How to Mix Concrete | Mixing Concrete by Hand and Machine.
Mixing Concrete. The main object of mixing concrete (cement, sand, coarse aggregates and water) is to obtain a uniform and easily workable concrete paste. … Read more →
A Detailed Guide on Grading of Aggregates.
Grading of Aggregates. Grading of aggregates is determining the average grain size of the aggregates before they are used in construction. This is applied … Read more →