BTEC Subsidiary Diploma in Construction & the Built Environment
Unit 4 – Construction Science and Materials
Mrs C Keyes
Assignment 3: Construction Materials Report
Scenario:
An old bank building is to be converted into hotel accommodation. As a consultant to the local planning office, you insist that the construction must be aesthetically pleasing, integrating well with the existing natural and built environment. You must educate the planning office and your client regarding all the building materials, detailing how they must be fit for purpose, sustainable and locally sourced where possible. You must provide information that will assist the choice of materials to use giving factual reasons for your proposal.
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It is possible to recycle the concrete blocks if they are broken down.
Compatibility
Concrete blocks are very compatible, this is due to the fact that cement is used with them and also plaster and other materials can be applied to the blocks, making concrete blocks compatible with many different materials.
Roof Tiles
Function
Roof tiles are designed to block out rain, this is because the tiles will have a ‘waterproof glaze’ ensuring that rain will not enter the home and that inside will stay dry.
Appearance
Roof tiles can be in many different colours, they can be seen as wide and relatively thin. Rooftiles are usually made from concrete, they will then have a waterproof glaze on them to ensure that they are rainproof.
Cost
Durability
Concrete roof tiles are very durable due to the fact that they are made out of concrete, they will not bend, but if there is enough force added to them, they could break into pieces. Roof tiles are designed to last a very long time and keep water out, they will not need replaced often.
Do you have any shingles that are missing from storms in the fall or summer? You should replace these before the winter comes. A roof covered with snow gives plenty of opportunities for water to seep into your roof and damage the structure of your home. Ignoring the missing shingles could cause damage to your ceilings or attic, as
The 3-tab asphalt shingles are a little bit cheaper and thinner compared ot the architectural or laminated asphalt shingles. Even though they are less expensive, the asphalt shingles have a short life span which only can last between twenty to thirty years. The more expensive roof shingles than the asphalt is the wood shingles, which are known to be more pleasing to the eye, especially when it comes to aesthetics. If you are going to choose hardwood like the redwood or cedar, these particular ones can last at a minimum of thirty years and often go longer as fifty years. Another type is the metal shingles, which is recommended for homes that have steep or flat rooflines. The metal roofing shingles can either come in constructed or solid metal ones. The low-end galvanized material are the least expensive, yet unlike the asphalt, it can last for fifty years. The metal roofing shingles have become really popular as of late. The slate
Answer: No there was opening observed through the rotted roof decking on the northwest side of the storage room at the time of inspection. There were no water marks observed under the rooted roof decking to substantiate that wind driven rain enter through that area of the roof. The deteriorated condition and discoloration of the rooted roof decking reflects that it has been rotted for years and not in
Asphalt shingles are manufactured with a layer of granules on them. These protect the roof with an additional layer, but they do wear away over time. For instance, you may see the tiny pieces of guanuals at the bottom of your downspout after a recent hair storm, since the hair will cause the granules to fall off and be washed into
Brick in itself seems to be an excellent material to withstand the passage of time once preventative maintenance work is done periodically. More specifically, repointing and crack repair.
Roofers may also be burned while working on a roof (“Roofer” What’s para. 3. The adage of the adage. Roofers will be exposed to various types of temperatures (“Roofer”
Ideal green roof plants must be drought resistance and have shallow roots. Two plants that bear these qualities are sedum and native grasses. Also, the growing media should have a high field capacity or the ability to hold water. Vermiculite, sand, perlite and organic material are the main materials because of their light weight and highly water absorbent. Aesthetics are one of the benefits of this roof, apart from this green roofs have other advantages. During warm months living roofs help reduce thermal loading which in turn reduce energy costs. They also improve air quality as green roofs absorb pollutants. These roof also contribute to biodiversity by providing habitat for birds and insects. Green roofs reduce urban heat islands by cooling roof surfaces. Storm water is managed by reducing impermeable surface area and 65-100% of rain water is retained. Also, these type of roof increase the durability of a roof membranes by preventing extreme fluctuations in temperature and UV rays from hitting the membrane and lastly green roofs broaden green space in urban
Ward-Perkins begin to compare the tiles used for roofing to pottery and how it was made in a similar process and sold like pottery. He discussed about how tiles used were used in Roman time were common like pottery, and after post Roman time, the building material begin to change, “... Every one of the building crafts introduced by the Romans, the mundane as well as the luxury ones, disappeared completely during the fifth century … All new buildings in the fifth and sixth centuries, whether in Anglo-Saxon or unconquered British areas, were either roofed in wood or thatch” (Ward-Perkins, 108). In areas used to be conquered by Romans during their golden age as an Empire, the people in territories in Britain forgot how to make their home out of bricks and tiles the Romans introduced after its fall, and live in poorer conditioned houses in post Roman times. Ward-Perkins highlight the details of why tiles were much more superior and practical usage, but also having more benefits than a thatch roof, but he pointed it out that this change could have been caused by cultural
Missing or damaged shingles are a common cause of roof leaks, but other parts of your roof may leak and need to be repaired as well. When your roof is inspected, the roofer also checks the flashing and vents for damage. This is how they cause problems and how they are repaired.
INTRODUCTION The roof is one of the two most important structural components of any home, the other being the foundation. The roof protects and provides shelter from the elements, it is the first line of defense from nature’s threats and it is often subjected to the most brutal effects of strong wind, rain, snow, hail, dew and extreme heat. Constantly, nature tries the resilience of your roof but its ability to withstand the effects of nature’s threats is subject to the amount of care and maintenance you give to it.
Concrete is one of the most widely used construction material in the world. The reason for this is because concrete is strong, easy to make and can be molded into various shapes and sizes. Besides that, concrete is cheap, affordable and is readily mix.
Did you know that your roof is one of the most important parts of your house? Most people will agree that the roof normally serve several purposes. Your property can get damaged in the event of rain or snow. You are also likely to get rained on if your roof is damaged. This is the reason why there has been a lot of emphasis on roof repair and inspection. If you need roofing services, you should hire the services of a roofing contractor. These are experts in roofing services. There are several companies that offer roofing services out there. Some companies normally offer quality services while others offer sub-standard services. In this case, you should consider hiring Snap Construction Company for these services. We service the Twin Cities
Thus, the balconies were fitted with glazed balustrades, which prevented the wind from blowing straight across the balcony. They were also fitted with wind dividers, which keeps the wind from coming over the balustrades and across the surface of the balcony. Furthermore, trellises were installed to prevent the wind from pushing down from above each balcony.
Factor that can influence the strength and durability of concrete are weathering action, chemical attack and any process of deterioration and the main factor influence strength and durability of permeability are can be because of the uses of the admixture of the concrete.
In developing this contemporary and iconic building, the design focuses on practical attributes and optimises energy efficiency. The design strategy encapsulates four key aspects: