Concrete is a common material for many outdoor structures in many homes. Concrete is a durable material that can withstand force and that can last over a long time. However, one negative aspect of concrete when it's being used for outdoor purposes is that it doesn't withstand moisture very well. If concrete gets cracked and moisture penetrates the structure, the whole structure might be ruined. Moisture can affect the iron mesh inside the concrete and cause further cracking, or the concrete itself can absorb the moisture, become porous and start to break apart.
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When deciding on bathroom flooring, there are so many choices within the marketplace that making a purchase can be very overwhelming. For most people, hardwood flooring is out of the question because of its problems when put in contact with water. But if you love the look of a wooden style floor and want something more robust, bamboo could be the choice for you.
Why is bamboo a better idea than hardwood floors?
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When building your new home or performing refurbishments, you should consider incorporating plywood into the structure. This composite material is ideal for building internal panelling, doors, exterior cladding and flooring. Plywood has high dimensional stability and consequently, the panels are very strong. This can be attributed to the alternating placement of the veneers that are glued together to form the plywood. In simple terms, the wood grain in every ply is always perpendicular to the adjacent one, preventing easy distortion.
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If you live in a home constructed before 1980, there is a likelihood that your home could contain asbestos in your floor backing, sheet flooring or floor tiles and other parts of the home. It is recommended that you treat these materials as presumed asbestos-containing materials (PACM) until they are confirmed otherwise through specific testing procedures by qualified contractors.
Asbestos removal must only be done as a last resort, since the removal process poses the highest risk for release of asbestos fibres.
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If you have noticed drainage problems within your commercial property after heavy rains, you should consider installing a stormwater drainage system. This type of structure is designed to control the runoff water from the impervious surfaces in your land such as roadways, parking areas, sidewalks and roofs. In simple terms, the stormwater drainage will prevent flooding due to accumulation of water in these areas. This water can be directed to natural water bodies or into storage reservoirs.
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