When I visit my close friends and relatives’ place, the most common problem I notice in rainy season is people face water stains, damp walls, puffed up paint. Most of the time I have seen all of us overlook it thinking that is temporary, many ignore it with the thought that this is a regular occurrence…
Human and habitats, evolved with Humans taking safe heaven in caves where they could protect themselves from the rigors of nature and have a lasting permanence. Though out the development of humans over milieu over time a cultural splendor. We know a large part of human history through the stone structures which have lasted over…
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…
Rain Rain Go Away, Come Again Another Day….., Why just because our terrace leaks should rains be pushed for another day? Mumbai and Thane region receive one of the highest rainfall during monsoon as compared to other cities in India. The terrace bears the brunt of incessant rains as well as scorching heat of summer…
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…
Just as the interiors of a home tell us a story about its occupants and creates an impression upon us, similarly the exteriors of a home provide testimony about the way the structure is being managed. In fact, the exterior walls tell us how the interiors of the home could be. During the monsoons, it 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…