Types and occupations
A finish carpenter (South America) also called a joiner (traditional name now obsolete in North America) is one who does finish carpentry; that is, cabinetry, furniture making, fine woodworking, model building, instrument making, parquetry, joinery, or other carpentry where exact joints and minimal margins of error are important. Some large-scale […]
Drywall
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Example of drywall with joint compound, the common interior building material. (This photo shows drywall hung vertically.)
Drywall, Plasterboard or also called gypsum board are panels made of gypsum plaster pressed between two thick sheets of paper, the panels are used to make interior walls and ceilings.
Plasterboard panels are also known […]
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Platform framing
In Canada and the United States, the most common method of light-frame construction for houses and small apartment buildings as well as some small commercial buildings is platform framing.
The framed structure sits atop a concrete (most common) or treated wood foundation. A sill plate is anchored, usually with ‘J’ bolts to […]
Go Green with These Construction Materials
by: BMA Editorial Team A
With the number of “green” housing options continuing to expand, you will be happy to learn that you don’t have to give up your personal style or taste in order to have a more eco-friendly home. In fact, here is a […]
Hiring a Contractor: Making the Right Choice
by: BMA Editorial Team 3
If you have decided to remodel your home or build one from the ground up, hiring a contractor is the best way to go about it correctly. Now comes the task of finding the right one for your job. If you’re […]
What Green Building Means
by: BMA Editorial Team 3
There’s a lot of talk in real estate about green building lately, but the phrase is still a little vague. Here’s a guide to understanding a few key terms, so you can investigate whether or not a potential home is truly eco-friendly.
Insulation and […]
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