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Tag Archives: problem
8 funny builder’s mistakes
For a change, I have collected eight building mistakes that are found on the internet. There must be a good reason for how these happened but I just can’t think of it. I have photographed my own collection of construction errors that I have noticed, but thats for another day, and they aren’t half as funny as these. Enjoy, and relax in the knowledge that these are someone else’s problem. Continue reading
Posted in Various
Tagged building defects, buildings, construction, errors, funny mistakes, Mistakes, problem, stupid
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Why do steel railways not rust and fall apart?
Steel used in buildings has to be protected against corrosion. The typical solution is to coat the steel frame with anti-corrosion paint. So this leads us to the question, why are railway lines, which are also made of steel, left exposed to the elements without any protection at all? It’s a good question and there are a number of reasons. Continue reading
Posted in Technical & Discussion
Tagged corrosion, Paint, problem, protection, Railway, railway lines, rust, steel rails, Train, wear
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After the cold spell: Fixing copper pipe leaks
Fixing leaks in copper water pipes caused by cold weather. Continue reading
The problems with attic water tanks
The most common problems with attic water tanks and pipe work. Continue reading
Mould in houses: Causes and solutions
Reasons why mould grows in houses and how to remove it Continue reading
Posted in Existing Building Issues
Tagged condensation, construction, fungus, mould, problem
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Tiling: Common problems, causes and how to prevent them
Tiling and tiles, problems and how to prevent them. Continue reading
Posted in Technical & Discussion
Tagged construction, design, engineering, floor tile, floors, how to tile, problem, tile, tile advice, Tiling
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