Materials
Polypropylene or Copper
Polypropylene pipes used for heating systems incorporate fibers or aluminum inserts that prevent shape changes at high temperatures and become an active barrier against oxygen diffusion that develops in the system. In pipes for cold water and drains, there are no such inserts. ...Features of suspended ceilings
Every year more and more conquering the market stretch ceilings, which, thanks to their advantages, have become the best way to design ceilings. With a number of advantages, as well as great design capabilities, this type of suspended ceiling is gaining more and more popularity every day. Comparison factors with painted and plasterboard ceilings Does not require preliminary preparation of the room, since the work is carried out cleanly. ...Textile wallpaper: types and photos in the interior
With the development of new technologies, the construction market is filled with new finishing materials, which are endowed with the best technical and aesthetic qualities. These materials include textile wallpapers. The material has several advantages that distinguish them among other finishes. ...Disadvantages and problems of suspended ceilings
Recently, the market of modern suspended ceilings has grown significantly, however, the products of not all manufacturers are of high quality. Therefore, before buying, you should deal with all possible problems. Stretch ceilings can be accompanied by two unpleasant moments: the first is the low quality of the finishing material, and the second is unprofessional installation. ...Types of False Ceilings
False ceilings in recent years have gained unprecedented popularity. What is the reason for this? Well, firstly, they do not require preparatory work (leveling, puttying, primer, etc.). And secondly, they break the wiring, communications, insulation and other materials. Installation of the false ceiling is fast enough, does not leave a lot of debris and does not contain "dirty" work. ...Floor finishes
It's no secret that the comfort of a home directly depends on the choice of flooring. Today, the building materials market provides a wide selection of floor coverings: carpet, laminate, tile, etc. Each of them has its own unique qualities, advantages and disadvantages. Each of them is selected depending on the room (permeability, humidity, temperature difference, etc. are taken into account). ...Primer: what it is and how to work with it
Surely many of us remember that just recently, they primed the surface in three ways: wallpaper glue (if it was a primer in front of the wallpaper), water diluted with silicate or PVA glue or paint diluted in a solvent. But today the building materials market offers a wide selection of a wide variety of primers: from insulating and improving adhesion, to anticorrosion, fungicidal and other types of primers. ...Parquet board: pros and cons
Due to its high decorative qualities, parquet board is very popular among existing floor coverings, presented on the markets of many countries. Parquet board is an excellent replacement for piece parquet, environmentally friendly material produced using modern technologies, multilayer and practical material. ...Parquet board in the interior
One of the popular types of flooring is parquet. It appeared several decades ago and during this period earned the fame of reliable, high-quality flooring in residential and non-residential premises. In appearance, single-lane, two-lane and three-lane parquet boards are distinguished. ...Laminate in the interior: photo and description
Recently, laminate flooring is considered one of the most popular types of flooring. This is due to the fact that the material is characterized by practicality and attractive appearance. In addition, it has a relatively low cost. The main advantages of laminate floors are: a wide range of colors and textures can decorate and complement almost any interior; resistance to ignition: the exhausted cigarette butt will not even leave a mark on the surface of the laminate; not amenable to sunlight, so it can be used in attic rooms; this material has high strength: it does not leave traces of heels or claws of pets on its surface; unpretentious in leaving; durability; ease of installation. ...Types of Parquet
In Russia, already in the 16th century they were able to make floors from oak staves, corresponding to modern parquet. Half a thousand years have passed since then, but parquet is still considered one of the main floor coverings. This material is quite complicated in terms of production. Only 300 species of trees are suitable for the manufacture of parquet for wear resistance, density and hardness of wood. ...Flexible ceramics: styling, description and photo
With the development of new technologies, more and more finishing materials appear that have unique decorative qualities. One such finishing material is flexible ceramics, which have incredible ductility. This material consists of modified clay, which is subjected to cleavage during the heat treatment, it includes a reinforcing mesh, modified cement and adhesive, so the tile can almost be rolled up. ...Non-woven wallpaper: photos in the interior and description
At the present stage of development of the decoration materials industry, non-woven wallpaper occupies an increasingly leading position. Every day more and more of their supporters among the population. This is due to the high quality and positive properties of interlining, such as high strength, the possibility of wet cleaning, ease of gluing and, of course, a presentable appearance. ...Carpet care: cleaning, stain removal
Nothing so often complements the interior of a room as a carpet. Not so long ago, this "accessory" could be found on the wall and on the floor ... yes, almost everywhere. It was multifunctional: it protected from cold and noise. Today, the carpet more often serves as an addition to the interior. And for it to last for many years, you need to know some of the nuances of proper care. ...Warm floor: types, description and photo
Warm floors were used in domestic construction in the Soviet years, however, then they were quite meaningless. This was due to the fact that the steam heating pipes in multi-apartment buildings were located in interfloor ceilings. Thus, the warm floor could be, for example, on the site of the flight of stairs. ...Glass mosaic in the interior
One of the most ancient and extraordinarily beautiful finishing materials used in modern decoration of rooms is mosaic. Particularly interesting and original are the surfaces on which colored glass smalt is applied. Mosaic glass is an alloy of siliceous sand with several components. ...Stretch ceilings: pros and cons
Recently, with the development of building technologies, stretch ceilings have become increasingly popular. Due to the thin PVC film of special composition and quality, such a ceiling is able to create a perfectly smooth surface. Stretch ceilings, according to most consumers - it is beautiful, functional and durable. ...Types of cement: properties, composition and application
In the production of cement, lime is used, which is pre-quenched, refined clay and other additional materials that are heated together to a certain temperature (up to 1450 degrees Celsius). Then the resulting mixture is crushed to form a powder. Each type of powder has its own strength, and, accordingly, the cost, which differ from each other. ...Stone crumb
Stone chips - a very interesting and unusual version of the decor of the room. Externally, the material consists of small stones, which are diluted with adhesives and binders. The material is found in a variety of colors and shades, and is available in metal or plastic containers of 15-20 kg. The baby is granite, marble and quartz. ...Mineral plaster: composition, photo, application technique
Mineral plaster is a natural, environmentally friendly material, which is a dry building mixture, which is used for both internal and external works. Composition of mineral plaster and its application Mineral plaster is made on the basis of lime hydrate, marble granulate, white high-quality Portland cement and light mineral aggregates. ...