Causes and Mitigation Strategies of Concrete Discoloration
Both the contractor and the owner are annoyed with concrete that has become discolored. Large expanses of concrete may exhibit stark color differences, light or…
Architecture
Advantages and Applications of Resifan in Construction
Resifan coating is a continuous, colored resin that self-levels and is 2-3 mm thick. It is perfect for settings where consistency, a flawless finish, and…
Concrete Discoloration: How to Treat Discolored Concrete Surface?
Large concrete surfaces may exhibit rough color variations, light or dark blotches or spots on the surface, or early light efflorescence as a result of…
Magnetic Reinforcing Bar Locator (Covermeter Test Applications and Precautions)
The nondestructive Covermeter test is used to specify the placement of reinforcement bars in concrete and calculate the precise amount of concrete cover required. Due…
Advantages and Disadvantages of Rebound Hammer Test
Concrete can be tested non-destructively using the Rebound Hammer Test, which gives a quick, accurate measure of the material’s compressive strength. The rebound hammer, which…
Rebound Hammer Test on Concrete (Principle, Procedure)
Rebound Hammer testing is a non-destructive method of determining the compressive strength of concrete that offers an easy-to-use and quick indication. The rebound hammer, which…
Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) of Underwater Concrete Structures
Underwater concrete structures are subjected to non-destructive testing (NDT) as part of structural investigations, regular preventative maintenance schedules, or studies precipitated by an accident or…
Ultrasonic Testing of Concrete for Compressive Strength
A non-destructive test to evaluate the homogeneity and integrity of concrete is ultrasonic testing, also known as an ultrasonic pulse velocity (UPV) test. By monitoring…
CO2 from the Air and Recycled Concrete Are Made into a New Building Material
Reducing emissions from the building sector might be possible with a new type of concrete. Waste concrete and carbon dioxide from the air or from…
UAE’s National Pavilion Curator at the 2023 Venice Biennale will be Faysal Tabbarah
Faysal Tabbarah, Associate Dean and Associate Professor of Architecture at the American University of Sharjah, has been named the curator of the UAE’s pavilion for…
The 10th Rotterdam Architecture Biennale, “It’s About Time,” Examines 50 Years of Climate Change in the Past and Future
The 10th Rotterdam Architecture Biennale, titled “It’s About Time”, is a seven-week exhibition that demonstrates practical paths to a sustainable future at a time when…
The Use of Local and Indigenous Materials in Philippine Architecture
The architectural environment of the Philippines consistently reflects the history and cultural background of the country, with its buildings and homes displaying a few influences…
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