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The monolithic floor of the first floor is a concrete slab lying on a sketch of a large crushed stone. This is a common construction of the first floor ceiling in modern houses, which is sometimes found in old buildings. For the device of such a floor, the top layer […]
Laying concrete Knead medium-strength concrete: 1 part cement to 2.5 parts sand and 4 parts aggregate. Do not add a lot of water — the solution should be relatively thick. Lay the concrete gradually, in strips approximately 600 mm wide, working towards the door. Seal and level it with a […]
If you park your car in front of the garage, most likely, you just don’t want to open and close the gate once again. It turns out that the garage is empty in vain? It’s time to change the situation and… garage doors. Let’s figure out how to make the […]
The choice in favor of sectional doors The manufacturer who will not praise his product is bad. But each of us, making a choice, is based on experience and knowledge. What criteria do we rely on when choosing garage doors: long service life; endurance; safety; resistance to hacking; ability to […]
Often, forests are required for the construction or repair of a dacha. Even if all the work is performed by a hired team, the customer often has to deal with the selection and assembly of these auxiliary structures. Which forests are better suited for a private house than to be […]
What will the blind area of your house be made of? Most, of course, will answer: made of concrete. That is, we are initially ready to accept its fragility and unpresentability simply because we do not see any alternatives. In fact, they are. Working, proven, worthy of attention. A soft […]
When you plan to apply any decorative coating on walls or ceilings, first of all you should pay attention to the plaster: there should be no cracks and holes on it. Brick walls are usually covered with two layers of plaster: a thick first layer and a smooth covering layer. […]
I am already tired of making wooden fences for berry bushes. Wooden stakes rot quickly, and again it is necessary to redo. Water pipes are rusting. But polypropylene-plastic for water pipes-it seems like corrosion does not take. Plastic water pipes are quite a budget material, especially if you have leftovers […]
Since ancient times, baskets, dishes and furniture have been woven from the vine. Thicker branches are used to make wattles and supports for climbing plants. Such elements simply fit perfectly into the gardens in a rustic or natural style. With a little practice, you will be able to make real […]
Cracked brickwork may be the result of the fact that due to the excessive content of cement, the mortar simply could not absorb small shifts in the structure of the building. However, it can also be a sign of a more serious problem — a settled foundation, for example. Do […]