A faux beam ceiling is one important type of wood beam ceilings. It refers to a decorative ceiling that uses materials like wood, foam, or gypsum to create the visual look of support beams. Unlike real structural beams, faux beams serve a solely aesthetic purpose. They create visual interest and architectural flair without bearing ceiling…
A wood beam ceiling also known as exposed beam ceilings, exposed rafters, exposed timber beams or exposed trusses, utilizes both functional and decorative wood beams running horizontally across a ceiling. Solid wood or artificial wood-looking beams expose the structural shape above. This separates a ceiling into distinct lined bays. Natural wood offers an organic, timeless material…
Concrete restoration refers to the process of repairing damaged or deteriorated concrete to restore its structural integrity and original appearance. Concrete structures like driveways, garages, patios, and commercial buildings are constantly exposed to heavy use, extreme weather, and other environmental factors that can cause cracks, pitting, and deterioration over time. While concrete repair methods can…
The foundation forms the base of support for any building or home. As such, concrete foundations need to remain strong and intact to properly carry structural loads down into the earth. However, due to pressure from the surrounding soil, freeze-thaw cycles, groundwater intrusion, and even improper concrete curing or construction defects, cracks and leaks can…
Fiber-reinforced polymer composites utilize high-strength reinforcement fabrics and polymer resins to create an advanced building material. With exceptional durability and fatigue life, finds solutions to growing opportunities in civil infrastructure and construction projects. This article explores key composite types, material advantages, common applications, and why FRP competes favorably against alternatives like steel. Basalt FRP Rebar…
Fluted columns are concrete or steel columns featuring vertical indentations or concave grooves along their exterior surface resembling a stack of flutes. These uniform vertical grooves running along the member length, increasing load capacity through greater surface area and buckling resistance using less material than basic columns. The contours also provide visual lightness and classical…