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Damp proofing

Damp proofing in Construction is a type of moisture control applied to building walls and floors to prevent moisture from passing into the interior spaces. Damp problems is one of the most frequent problems encountered in majority of homes in Uganda. Damp proofing is a material that resists the passage of water with no hydro-static […]

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Water Proofing

Water proofing is the process of making an object or structure waterproof or water resistant so that it remains relatively unaffected by water or resisting the ingress of water under specified conditions.  “Water resistant and “water proof” often refer to penetration of water in its liquid state and possibly under pressure, whereas: “damp-proof” refers to

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Wall Construction

A wall is a structure that defines an area, carries a load, provides shelter, security and also divides spaces. Walls can be constructed in various ways like cavity and solid walls using a variety of materials like stones, bricks, blocks or any other like material. Walls have numerous functions and these include; ·         Support upper

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Different ways in which Timber can be converted!

Timber is one of the most important building materials in use today and this mainly because of its strength compared to volume ratio and its workability. Timber is divided into softwood (coniferous) and hardwood (broad leaf). This grouping is based solely on its structure. Softwood trees characteristics include the following; ·         A trunk which is

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