External Wall is an important element of the building structure, like a house or office we live and work in . We all take pride in the house/office we live and work in and prefer the west facing façade , for the breeze and evening sunshine. The rain too comes from the south west side…
We take immense pride in the house/ office we live and work in while we are proud of our interior built- form we often over look the appearance of the external building façade . We may even wonder on closer look do we stay in this building. A contrast to smiling and shinning building façade…
Houses around the coastal areas like Mumbai, face waterproofing issues rising in rains. During rains the moisture seeps through the exterior walls which are exposed to direct rains and more over humidity levels are high inside too. This results in dampness, peeling of paints and even mold and fungus. There could be few other reasons…
Water Tanks be it underground or overhead, are an essential facility in building. The design and construction of water tanks ensure effective use and prevents leakages. As the building ages there is a wear and tear in the structure and water tanks are no exception. The water tanks hold large quantity of water which is…
Façade cracks, hairline or wider, linear or angular, structural or otherwise can be a strain aesthetically as well as environmentally. In the dry season (hot or cold) it results in increased discomfort and enhanced HVAC cost. In wet season it comes knocking leaving wet patches all around which lead to growth of fungus. These things…
Terrace waterproofing is the key to the structural stability of a building.Monsoon season particularly in tropical countries can make/harm the strength and aesthetic appeal of a building. Terrace waterproofing is a simple 4 step process :- Base Preparation: The top slab or terrace slab which needs to be waterproofed has to be leveled with cracks…
There are several cases of basement leakage and seepage experienced all over the world, be it close to the sea shore, near dams and reservoirs, or in a sloping land receiving gushy water during rainy season. There are many products and techniques available in the market that can tell us what to do and how…
https://youtu.be/SveEm5LMeJg Waterproofing is essential for all the structures globally. We living in Mumbai and around do face heavy rains which makes waterproofing very important. Every building new or old should get the waterproofing inspection to keep a check before Mumbai monsoon. It is essential to waterproof our buildings so as to avoid damages caused by…
Humans, like all living beings needed a place to secure themselves from the rigors of nature. While a cave was the first available source of dwellings and worked fine against heat and cold, seepage of water into the cave dwellings during rains led to the evolution of structures made by humans, and helped in the…
During the monsoon season, we witness the bad condition of roads, sewage system and drainage but a similar deterioration happens to our building structures too though it isn’t quite as visible. The impact of torrential rains and inclement weather can be seen externally but the internal damage is equally bad. Though we live in these…