Concrete is one of the best building materials to use because it is so strong and resilient. There are not too many elements that can damage concrete. These walls and surfaces are also pretty unlikely to be damaged by occasional…
Even though the materials used for building plaster walls are non-combustible, they can still suffer a lot of damage when a house fire breaks out. This is mostly because the underlying materials of the wall, such as wood structures, are…
Concrete and brick walls are the toughest. Even though these walls are strong and non-combustible, they can be severely damaged if a terrible fire breaks out. When concrete walls are exposed to flames and high heat, spalling can occur. When…
Autumn is here and by now, you have likely already spotted some seasonal changes like a slightly cooler breeze at night or more orange tones when the sun sets on the horizon. While you are preparing your home for the…
The Autumn season tends to be the best of them all. As this season progresses, the temperature will gradually drop and everything, including our daily activities, will start to slow down. With summer sports ending, and a lot more time…
As a DIY enthusiast, you might wonder what it is like to hire professionals instead of carrying the burden of fixing up your home all on your own. It is especially tempting to hire a professional team when you are…
Home ceilings are usually the part of a room that is most overlooked. You hardly ever regard or look at a ceiling – until things go wrong. A couple of black spots appear on your ceiling boards or some chipping…
Property owners often get confused by the differences between cement and render walls. This confusion is understandable since these two materials look very similar and contain similar ingredients. Both of these wall surface materials are also often used on interior…
Render walls are very popular here in Melbourne. A mixture of cement, sand, and lime provides a lot of strength to the walls. These walls are typically waterproof, fire-resistant, and they offer good impact resistance. Even though render walls are…
When moisture enters your home and travels through your walls, it can lead to a common issue known as rising damp. This can affect many homes, particularly older ones, and the impact on your home as well as your health…