Holidays Edition

<h2><strong>How to find the home you have always wanted?</strong></h2><h2>&nbsp;</h2><h3>Difference between home and house</h3><p>A house is a structure you live in that provides your basic needs and safety.</p><figure class="image image-style-align-left"><img src="https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6ImVjMTMyNjYxMDU2Y2NlNWIiLCJlZGl0cyI6eyJ3ZWJwIjp0cnVlLCJqcGVnIjp0cnVlLCJzaGFycGVuIjp0cnVlfX0=" srcset="https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6ImVjMTMyNjYxMDU2Y2NlNWIiLCJlZGl0cyI6eyJ3ZWJwIjp0cnVlLCJqcGVnIjp0cnVlLCJzaGFycGVuIjp0cnVlLCJyZXNpemUiOnsid2lkdGgiOjUwMH19fQ== 500w, https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6ImVjMTMyNjYxMDU2Y2NlNWIiLCJlZGl0cyI6eyJ3ZWJwIjp0cnVlLCJqcGVnIjp0cnVlLCJzaGFycGVuIjp0cnVlLCJyZXNpemUiOnsid2lkdGgiOjEwMDB9fX0= 1000w, https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6ImVjMTMyNjYxMDU2Y2NlNWIiLCJlZGl0cyI6eyJ3ZWJwIjp0cnVlLCJqcGVnIjp0cnVlLCJzaGFycGVuIjp0cnVlLCJyZXNpemUiOnsid2lkdGgiOjEwNTJ9fX0= 1052w" sizes="100vw" width="1052"></figure><p>&nbsp;A home is a place that provides you mental and emotional support, a place you look forward to being in to get away from the outside world.</p><p>In the following, you will find elements that preach a better space quality.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h3><strong>Orientation</strong></h3><p>Building orientation refers to the way a building is situated on a site and the positioning of windows, rooflines, and other features.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h3><strong>Sun Orientation</strong>&nbsp;</h3><p>Refers to the alignment of a building or structure with respect to the transit of the Sun across the sky. The orientation determines which walls or windows receive light during the day.&nbsp;</p><p>It is important that bedrooms and most stayed in the area receive a big amount of sun rays</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h3><strong>Location and access (references)</strong></h3><p>Be sure that the apartment’s bays, terraces offer broad views over the city, the sea, or the mountains</p><figure class="image image-style-align-right"><img src="https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6IjQwODQwNWExNTY5MTllYmIiLCJlZGl0cyI6eyJ3ZWJwIjp0cnVlLCJqcGVnIjp0cnVlLCJzaGFycGVuIjp0cnVlfX0=" srcset="https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6IjQwODQwNWExNTY5MTllYmIiLCJlZGl0cyI6eyJ3ZWJwIjp0cnVlLCJqcGVnIjp0cnVlLCJzaGFycGVuIjp0cnVlLCJyZXNpemUiOnsid2lkdGgiOjUwMH19fQ== 500w, https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6IjQwODQwNWExNTY5MTllYmIiLCJlZGl0cyI6eyJ3ZWJwIjp0cnVlLCJqcGVnIjp0cnVlLCJzaGFycGVuIjp0cnVlLCJyZXNpemUiOnsid2lkdGgiOjEwMDB9fX0= 1000w, https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6IjQwODQwNWExNTY5MTllYmIiLCJlZGl0cyI6eyJ3ZWJwIjp0cnVlLCJqcGVnIjp0cnVlLCJzaGFycGVuIjp0cnVlLCJyZXNpemUiOnsid2lkdGgiOjEwNTJ9fX0= 1052w" sizes="100vw" width="1052"></figure><p>Accessing&nbsp;road which allows&nbsp;traffic to&nbsp;reach the location, possibility of traffic jam, easiness of reference points</p><p>Neighborhood and possibilities of future constructions that will block view, light, and aeration.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h3>&nbsp;</h3><h3>&nbsp;</h3><h3>&nbsp;</h3><h3>&nbsp;</h3><h3>&nbsp;</h3><h3>&nbsp;</h3><h3>&nbsp;</h3><h3><strong>Layout and functions</strong></h3><figure class="image image-style-align-left"><img src="https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6IjJlMDBhYTA0ZjYyZmQ3ZGYiLCJlZGl0cyI6eyJ3ZWJwIjp0cnVlLCJqcGVnIjp0cnVlLCJzaGFycGVuIjp0cnVlfX0="></figure><p>A good layout is a layout where each space has its own privacy and interacts independently.</p><p>Day and night zone</p><p>Day zone: zone where you spend your time during the day (sitting room, dining room, kitchen, home office…)</p><p>Night zone: Zone where you spend your time during the night (bedrooms)</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Zones are linked together with horizontal circulation such as corridors, lobby, and SAS&nbsp;</p><p>The more the day zone is separated from the night zone, the more comfortable is the use of the space.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h3><strong>Lighting</strong></h3><p>Natural light is too important. It is intrinsically linked to our mood, boosting the serotonin levels that regulate our emotions, sleep, and even memory.&nbsp;</p><p>Refer to orientation and location (sections 1 and 2)</p><p>A building oriented for solar design takes advantage of passive and active solar strategies. Passive solar strategies use energy from the sun to heat and illuminate buildings.</p><figure class="image image-style-align-left"><img src="https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6IjdmNzI5MTY3M2NkYTdhM2UiLCJlZGl0cyI6eyJ3ZWJwIjp0cnVlLCJqcGVnIjp0cnVlLCJzaGFycGVuIjp0cnVlfX0=" srcset="https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6IjdmNzI5MTY3M2NkYTdhM2UiLCJlZGl0cyI6eyJ3ZWJwIjp0cnVlLCJqcGVnIjp0cnVlLCJzaGFycGVuIjp0cnVlLCJyZXNpemUiOnsid2lkdGgiOjUwMH19fQ== 500w, https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6IjdmNzI5MTY3M2NkYTdhM2UiLCJlZGl0cyI6eyJ3ZWJwIjp0cnVlLCJqcGVnIjp0cnVlLCJzaGFycGVuIjp0cnVlLCJyZXNpemUiOnsid2lkdGgiOjEwMDB9fX0= 1000w, https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6IjdmNzI5MTY3M2NkYTdhM2UiLCJlZGl0cyI6eyJ3ZWJwIjp0cnVlLCJqcGVnIjp0cnVlLCJzaGFycGVuIjp0cnVlLCJyZXNpemUiOnsid2lkdGgiOjEwNTJ9fX0= 1052w" sizes="100vw" width="1052"></figure><p>In passive solar building design, windows, walls, and floors are made to collect, store, and distribute solar energy in the form of heat in the winter and reject solar heat in the summer.</p><p>Choosing glazed elements for walls, doors, ceilings, and floors will allow you to achieve continuity of light between rooms.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h3><strong>Neighborhood</strong></h3><p>The height of neighboring buildings and trees can cause shading, but this can be resolved by keeping surrounding planting at a low level and opting for pale exterior surfaces to give the illusion of brightness.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h3><strong>Operational spaces (kitchen, dining room, WC)</strong></h3><p>Refer to section 3</p><p>Architects usually arrange spaces to facilitate their operation. Space studies aim to exploit to the maximum the availability of every square meter and reduce what we call dead/wasted spaces.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h3><strong>Dead spaces(wasted space)</strong></h3><p>Dead space is unused space, dysfunctional, unable, or barely to be furnished&nbsp;</p><p>And here come the terms Ergonomics (designed for efficiency and comfort in the working environment) and space efficiency.</p><p>This is why, for the same surface, a layout could be felt either comfortable or spacious, either cramped and tight-fitting.&nbsp;</p><h3>&nbsp;</h3><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h3>&nbsp;</h3><h3>&nbsp;</h3><h3><strong>Finishes</strong></h3><p>The last not least field, trade to pass through is finishes.</p><p>Most people are trapped with the finishes issues. They look for them firstly and neglect the quality of the space itself.</p><p>Nonetheless, this does not exclude finishes from their role in enhancing space quality, but we are here treating the corrective and non-corrective components that forge any space.</p><p>Please note that finishes come at the end. Each discrepancy could be easily corrected later on after the move or prior to any space occupation.</p><p>The most rational assessment of a space finish is to check the quality-price ratio.</p><p>You can’t expect luxury while paying a small amount. All is relative.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Expand your knowledge and keep yourself updated with the latest trends and practices in the construction industry by joining our monthly newsletter below.</p>

How to find the home you have always wanted

Construction Industry Digitalization

<h3><strong>Digital Awakening</strong>&nbsp;</h3><h3><strong>Challenges in the construction industry</strong></h3><p>2 main challenges preventing the construction industry maximizing profitability:</p><ol><li>Delays</li><li>Cost overruns</li></ol><p>With so many innovations that have the poten­tial to transform the industry, from drones, robots and 3D printing to BIM and digital twins, one chal­lenge for companies is to know where to focus their digital investment. Improved digital construction practices and tools can help bring projects in on time and on budget by making everyone involved more productive and eliminating mistakes.</p><p>And for the ones who have taken up the challenge, they are realizing several benefits such as:</p><ul><li>increased operational efficien­cy</li><li>lower costs</li><li>improved coordination between project delivery teams and much more</li></ul><p>There is a role for digital construction throughout the entire construction lifecycle of a project, from concept through to completion.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h3>The benefits of digital construction</h3><p>For client, and for everyone in the supply chain.&nbsp;</p><h4><strong>Using a digital workflow</strong></h4><p>For contractors:</p><ul><li>Everyone involved is working in the same direction</li><li>Issues can be detected early and resolved.</li></ul><p>For other parties and subcontractors&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Knowledge of what they need to deliver where and when, which helps everyone fulfil their role on time and on budget.</li></ul><p>On completion of a job, a digital handover can be feedback to the project manager for the work to be signed off and paid for.</p><p>Most improved project lifecycle phases thru digital transformation:</p><figure class="image"><img src="https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6ImJjOTM4NzQ5NzFlOWFhODQuanBnIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsid2VicCI6dHJ1ZSwianBlZyI6dHJ1ZSwic2hhcnBlbiI6dHJ1ZX19" srcset="https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6ImJjOTM4NzQ5NzFlOWFhODQuanBnIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsid2VicCI6dHJ1ZSwianBlZyI6dHJ1ZSwic2hhcnBlbiI6dHJ1ZSwicmVzaXplIjp7IndpZHRoIjo1MDB9fX0= 500w, https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6ImJjOTM4NzQ5NzFlOWFhODQuanBnIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsid2VicCI6dHJ1ZSwianBlZyI6dHJ1ZSwic2hhcnBlbiI6dHJ1ZSwicmVzaXplIjp7IndpZHRoIjoxMDAwfX19 1000w, https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6ImJjOTM4NzQ5NzFlOWFhODQuanBnIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsid2VicCI6dHJ1ZSwianBlZyI6dHJ1ZSwic2hhcnBlbiI6dHJ1ZSwicmVzaXplIjp7IndpZHRoIjoxMDUyfX19 1052w" sizes="100vw" width="1052"><figcaption>Improved project lifecycle phases thru digital transformation</figcaption></figure><p>&nbsp;</p><h3><strong>Digital Investments in the construction industry</strong></h3><p>What are the biggest areas of digital investments the construction companies are investing in 2021?</p><ol><li>BIM</li><li>CLOUD TECHNOLOGY</li><li>MOBILE APPLICATION</li><li>DRONES</li><li>IOT ENABLED EQUIPMENT</li><li>AUGMENTED REALITY</li><li>GENERATIVE DESIGN</li><li>AUTONOMOUS VEHICLES</li><li>3D PRINTING</li></ol><h3><strong>Conclusion:</strong></h3><h3><strong>Digitalizing the construction industry:</strong></h3><ul><li>Reduces the level of expensive human error in Execution.</li><li>creates a safer working environment by eliminating the need for workers carrying out tasks around the machinery, which can be high risk.</li><li>improves efficiency with new, simplistic digital ways of working.</li></ul><p>Digital construction delivers huge benefits for everyone involved in the industry.</p><p>Through the adoption of digital tools, the industry will benefit from increased profitability by working</p><p>more efficiently, as well as making the workplace safer for everyone involved.&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Expand your knowledge and keep yourself updated with the latest trends and practices in the construction industry by joining our monthly newsletter below.</p>

Digital awakening of the construction industry

Safety helmet

<h2><strong>Did you know that a safety helmet has a color code?</strong></h2><h2><strong>Safety Helmet</strong></h2><p>&nbsp;</p><figure class="image image-style-align-right"><img src="https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6ImIwNDQ1NTZhZjU3NWZiODkuanBnIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsid2VicCI6dHJ1ZSwianBlZyI6dHJ1ZSwic2hhcnBlbiI6dHJ1ZX19" srcset="https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6ImIwNDQ1NTZhZjU3NWZiODkuanBnIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsid2VicCI6dHJ1ZSwianBlZyI6dHJ1ZSwic2hhcnBlbiI6dHJ1ZSwicmVzaXplIjp7IndpZHRoIjo1MDB9fX0= 500w, https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6ImIwNDQ1NTZhZjU3NWZiODkuanBnIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsid2VicCI6dHJ1ZSwianBlZyI6dHJ1ZSwic2hhcnBlbiI6dHJ1ZSwicmVzaXplIjp7IndpZHRoIjoxMDAwfX19 1000w, https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6ImIwNDQ1NTZhZjU3NWZiODkuanBnIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsid2VicCI6dHJ1ZSwianBlZyI6dHJ1ZSwic2hhcnBlbiI6dHJ1ZSwicmVzaXplIjp7IndpZHRoIjoxMDUyfX19 1052w" sizes="100vw" width="1052"></figure><h3><strong>The safety itself</strong></h3><p>When picturing a safety helmet, you may think rescue workers or outdoor sports, like rock climbing, skiing, cycling and even kayaking. These helmets typically attach more closely to the head with built-in chin straps and have little to no brim around the edge. Their overall profile on the head is smaller.</p><p>Safety helmets have more safety elements, which is why they are preferred by athletes in dangerous sports and rescue workers in hazardous situations. Inside the helmet, there is protective padding and chin straps that keep the helmet securely on the head.</p><h3>&nbsp;</h3><h3><strong>When Does OSHA Require Hard Hats?</strong></h3><p>OSHA regulations mandate specific requirements for head protection in the workplace. As with many OSHA standards, these rules incorporate standards from the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). OSHA provides the regulations to follow, and ANSI provides the means to follow those regulations.</p><p>One standard that governs hard hat requirements for construction is “29 CFR 1926.100 ” refers to <a href="https://www.osha.gov/pls/oshaweb/owadisp.show_document?p_table=STANDARDS&amp;p_id=10663">head protection requirements for construction, demolition, and renovation workers</a></p><p>This standard requires workers to wear hard hats when there is a potential for head injury from “impacts, falling or flying objects, or electrical shock.”</p><figure class="image image-style-align-left"><img src="https://www.graphicproducts.com/media/images/osha-ansi-hard-hat-requirements-float1.jpg" alt="OSHA and ANSI Hard Hat Requirements"></figure><p>This means that employers must provide hard hats and ensure that employees wear protective coverings in the following situations:</p><ul><li>When objects or debris might fall from above and strike workers on the head</li><li>When employees may strike their heads against fixed objects, like supports, beams, or other equipment</li><li>When there is the possibility that workers’ heads will make contact with electrical hazards</li></ul><p>In all cases, hard hats must meet OSHA head protection requirements.</p><h3><strong>Protection provided by safety Helmets&nbsp;</strong></h3><p>Safety helmets do not protect only against falling objects, but some offer an increased protection from impacts to the side and back of the head.</p><p>Type II helmets and hard hats are designed to minimize lateral impacts to the head, either from off-center, from the side or to the top of the head. For example, a blow to the head resulting from the sharp end of a side beam or I-beam.</p><p>In addition, chinstraps can provide increased safety during falls, trips and slips by keeping helmets or hard hats in place.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h3><strong>Colors code&nbsp;</strong></h3><ul><li>The most common color scheme is white for managers, architects, engineers, foremen, or supervisors.</li><li>Brown fiberglass hard hats are worn by welders and other workers for high heat applications.</li><li>Yellow is the color for general laborers and earth-moving operators.</li><li>Blue hard hat: Carpenters and other technical operators including electricians.</li><li>Orange is worn by road crews.</li><li>Green often signifies a safety inspector but can also be used by new workers on the site or probationary staff.</li></ul><h3>&nbsp;</h3><h3><strong>Type and Class : What Are the Different ANSI Hard Hat Categories?</strong></h3><p>All head protection is assigned a "Type"&nbsp;and a "Class."&nbsp;The type refers to the level of protection from an impact, while the class refers to the different levels of protection from electricity.</p><ul><li>ANSI Type I Helmets are designed to reduce force as a result of impact to the top of the head</li><li>ANSI Type II Helmets are designed to reduce force as a result of impact to the sides or top of the head</li></ul><p>The three classes of head protection include:</p><figure class="image image-style-align-right"><img src="https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6IjhkMjM3Y2YxYmNkYTkyOWQuanBnIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsid2VicCI6dHJ1ZSwianBlZyI6dHJ1ZSwic2hhcnBlbiI6dHJ1ZX19" srcset="https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6IjhkMjM3Y2YxYmNkYTkyOWQuanBnIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsid2VicCI6dHJ1ZSwianBlZyI6dHJ1ZSwic2hhcnBlbiI6dHJ1ZSwicmVzaXplIjp7IndpZHRoIjo1MDB9fX0= 500w, https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6IjhkMjM3Y2YxYmNkYTkyOWQuanBnIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsid2VicCI6dHJ1ZSwianBlZyI6dHJ1ZSwic2hhcnBlbiI6dHJ1ZSwicmVzaXplIjp7IndpZHRoIjoxMDAwfX19 1000w, https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6IjhkMjM3Y2YxYmNkYTkyOWQuanBnIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsid2VicCI6dHJ1ZSwianBlZyI6dHJ1ZSwic2hhcnBlbiI6dHJ1ZSwicmVzaXplIjp7IndpZHRoIjoxMDUyfX19 1052w" sizes="100vw" width="1052"></figure><ul><li>Class E (electrical) provides protection to withstand 20,000 volts</li><li>Class G (general) provides protection to withstand 2,200 volts</li><li>Class C (conductive) does not provide protection from electricity</li></ul><p>A Type 1, Class C hard hat would be the standard worn by a construction worker not exposed to electrical hazards; a standard safety helmet would be categorized as Class C.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><figure class="image image-style-align-left"><img src="https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6ImZiNTMzN2YzNjU2ZjlmMjguanBnIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsid2VicCI6dHJ1ZSwianBlZyI6dHJ1ZSwic2hhcnBlbiI6dHJ1ZX19" srcset="https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6ImZiNTMzN2YzNjU2ZjlmMjguanBnIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsid2VicCI6dHJ1ZSwianBlZyI6dHJ1ZSwic2hhcnBlbiI6dHJ1ZSwicmVzaXplIjp7IndpZHRoIjo1MDB9fX0= 500w, https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6ImZiNTMzN2YzNjU2ZjlmMjguanBnIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsid2VicCI6dHJ1ZSwianBlZyI6dHJ1ZSwic2hhcnBlbiI6dHJ1ZSwicmVzaXplIjp7IndpZHRoIjoxMDAwfX19 1000w, https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6ImZiNTMzN2YzNjU2ZjlmMjguanBnIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsid2VicCI6dHJ1ZSwianBlZyI6dHJ1ZSwic2hhcnBlbiI6dHJ1ZSwicmVzaXplIjp7IndpZHRoIjoxMDUyfX19 1052w" sizes="100vw" width="1052"></figure><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>On the vast majority of the construction site, the danger is real so wearing hard hats are necessary.</p><p>Expand your knowledge and keep yourself updated with the latest trends and practices in the construction industry by joining our our monthly newsletter below.</p>

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<h2><strong>Which Wood Flooring fits better your budget?</strong></h2><p>Nowadays, we have 3 types of parquets.</p><h3><strong>NATURAL OR SOLID HARDWOOD FLOORING</strong></h3><p>Solid wood flooring is usually made of solid planks milled from a single piece of timber and underlaid with 8mm thick plywood.</p><p>Solid wood is generally thicker than engineered wood.</p><p>One of its downfalls is that it is unable to bear temperature fluctuations, thus a dilatation joint should be foreseen.</p><figure class="image image-style-align-right"><img src="https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6ImUzODFjMmZhNzU1ZmIyMTYucG5nIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsid2VicCI6dHJ1ZSwianBlZyI6dHJ1ZSwic2hhcnBlbiI6dHJ1ZX19" srcset="https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6ImUzODFjMmZhNzU1ZmIyMTYucG5nIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsid2VicCI6dHJ1ZSwianBlZyI6dHJ1ZSwic2hhcnBlbiI6dHJ1ZSwicmVzaXplIjp7IndpZHRoIjo1MDB9fX0= 500w, https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6ImUzODFjMmZhNzU1ZmIyMTYucG5nIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsid2VicCI6dHJ1ZSwianBlZyI6dHJ1ZSwic2hhcnBlbiI6dHJ1ZSwicmVzaXplIjp7IndpZHRoIjoxMDAwfX19 1000w, https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6ImUzODFjMmZhNzU1ZmIyMTYucG5nIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsid2VicCI6dHJ1ZSwianBlZyI6dHJ1ZSwic2hhcnBlbiI6dHJ1ZSwicmVzaXplIjp7IndpZHRoIjoxMDUyfX19 1052w" sizes="100vw" width="1052"><figcaption>Solid wood structure</figcaption></figure><p>Although the installation of solid wood in homes has a seamlessly flow from one room to the next, some downfalls are to be noted :</p><p>It is quite noisy,(sound of your shoes hitting the floor as you walk)</p><p>It squeaks as it becomes older and loosens up.</p><p>Hardwood warps in damp and humid weather, thus replacing your floors every few years will incur a huge expense.</p><p>With high traffic areas, scratches, scuffs, or gouges are formed, thus it may need refinishing.</p><p>Usually refinishing is done by a dyer, creating dust and fumes.</p><p>Solid hardwood flooring is expensive to install. You could go with other alternatives like some soft hardwood options like pine, fir, birch, sapwood&nbsp;</p><p>As for the installation, it is done by nailing or utilizing the glue-down method or as a floating installation where the flooring is laid down on top of a layer of underlay.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><figure class="image image-style-align-left"><img src="https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6IjNhMDkwNGU1YWI4NWQ1ZGMucG5nIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsid2VicCI6dHJ1ZSwianBlZyI6dHJ1ZSwic2hhcnBlbiI6dHJ1ZX19" srcset="https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6IjNhMDkwNGU1YWI4NWQ1ZGMucG5nIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsid2VicCI6dHJ1ZSwianBlZyI6dHJ1ZSwic2hhcnBlbiI6dHJ1ZSwicmVzaXplIjp7IndpZHRoIjo1MDB9fX0= 500w, https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6IjNhMDkwNGU1YWI4NWQ1ZGMucG5nIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsid2VicCI6dHJ1ZSwianBlZyI6dHJ1ZSwic2hhcnBlbiI6dHJ1ZSwicmVzaXplIjp7IndpZHRoIjoxMDAwfX19 1000w, https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6IjNhMDkwNGU1YWI4NWQ1ZGMucG5nIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsid2VicCI6dHJ1ZSwianBlZyI6dHJ1ZSwic2hhcnBlbiI6dHJ1ZSwicmVzaXplIjp7IndpZHRoIjoxMDUyfX19 1052w" sizes="100vw" width="1052"><figcaption>Nailing down installation</figcaption></figure><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><figure class="image image-style-align-right"><img src="https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6IjlkMTU2ZWExNGQwM2NlY2IucG5nIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsid2VicCI6dHJ1ZSwianBlZyI6dHJ1ZSwic2hhcnBlbiI6dHJ1ZX19" srcset="https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6IjlkMTU2ZWExNGQwM2NlY2IucG5nIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsid2VicCI6dHJ1ZSwianBlZyI6dHJ1ZSwic2hhcnBlbiI6dHJ1ZSwicmVzaXplIjp7IndpZHRoIjo1MDB9fX0= 500w, https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6IjlkMTU2ZWExNGQwM2NlY2IucG5nIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsid2VicCI6dHJ1ZSwianBlZyI6dHJ1ZSwic2hhcnBlbiI6dHJ1ZSwicmVzaXplIjp7IndpZHRoIjoxMDAwfX19 1000w, https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6IjlkMTU2ZWExNGQwM2NlY2IucG5nIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsid2VicCI6dHJ1ZSwianBlZyI6dHJ1ZSwic2hhcnBlbiI6dHJ1ZSwicmVzaXplIjp7IndpZHRoIjoxMDUyfX19 1052w" sizes="100vw" width="1052"><figcaption>Glued installation</figcaption></figure><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><h3><strong>ENGINEERED parquet</strong></h3><p>Engineered parquet is consisting of two or more layers of wood adhered together to form a plank.&nbsp;</p><p>Usually, plywood underlying solid wood is bonded together with glue.&nbsp;</p><p>Engineered flooring is able to bear temperature fluctuations so no need for expansion joints, and comes more pre-finished, unlike solid wood parquet.</p><p>Traditional wood floors swell, squeak or dry out causing splits (Natural wood’s moisture content will fluctuate depending on the weather outside). With the engineered option, no more swelling, or squeaking, and splits.</p><p>As for the installation, engineered wood floorings are installed with glue or as a floating installation.</p><p>Its layered cross structure is convenient to conducts heat well and can be successfully applied on both electric and water floor heating.</p><p>Therefore, it could be installed over floor heating in two ways:</p><ul><li>In a floating system based on modern tongue-and-groove joints</li><li>By gluing to the subfloor.</li></ul><figure class="image image-style-align-left"><img src="https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6IjEyYmYzOTdjMDFlM2QyZGEucG5nIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsid2VicCI6dHJ1ZSwianBlZyI6dHJ1ZSwic2hhcnBlbiI6dHJ1ZX19" srcset="https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6IjEyYmYzOTdjMDFlM2QyZGEucG5nIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsid2VicCI6dHJ1ZSwianBlZyI6dHJ1ZSwic2hhcnBlbiI6dHJ1ZSwicmVzaXplIjp7IndpZHRoIjo1MDB9fX0= 500w, https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6IjEyYmYzOTdjMDFlM2QyZGEucG5nIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsid2VicCI6dHJ1ZSwianBlZyI6dHJ1ZSwic2hhcnBlbiI6dHJ1ZSwicmVzaXplIjp7IndpZHRoIjoxMDAwfX19 1000w, https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6IjEyYmYzOTdjMDFlM2QyZGEucG5nIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsid2VicCI6dHJ1ZSwianBlZyI6dHJ1ZSwic2hhcnBlbiI6dHJ1ZSwicmVzaXplIjp7IndpZHRoIjoxMDUyfX19 1052w" sizes="100vw" width="1052"><figcaption>Floated installation</figcaption></figure><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><figure class="image"><img src="https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6IjIzMDQ5N2UxOTM5MDM2OWQucG5nIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsid2VicCI6dHJ1ZSwianBlZyI6dHJ1ZSwic2hhcnBlbiI6dHJ1ZX19" srcset="https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6IjIzMDQ5N2UxOTM5MDM2OWQucG5nIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsid2VicCI6dHJ1ZSwianBlZyI6dHJ1ZSwic2hhcnBlbiI6dHJ1ZSwicmVzaXplIjp7IndpZHRoIjo1MDB9fX0= 500w, https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6IjIzMDQ5N2UxOTM5MDM2OWQucG5nIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsid2VicCI6dHJ1ZSwianBlZyI6dHJ1ZSwic2hhcnBlbiI6dHJ1ZSwicmVzaXplIjp7IndpZHRoIjoxMDAwfX19 1000w, https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6IjIzMDQ5N2UxOTM5MDM2OWQucG5nIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsid2VicCI6dHJ1ZSwianBlZyI6dHJ1ZSwic2hhcnBlbiI6dHJ1ZSwicmVzaXplIjp7IndpZHRoIjoxMDUyfX19 1052w" sizes="100vw" width="1052"></figure><h3><strong>LAMINATE FLOORING (Faux-parquet)</strong></h3><p>When we talk about laminate flooring, we are actually talking about wood veneer or plastic laminate bonded on MDF panels.</p><p>Some of the properties of the laminate flooring are that they have great impact resistance and great moisture resistance.</p><p>It’s inexpensive, durable and prefinished. DIYer can install it with just a few tools, by snapping together the planks-no glue or fasteners are required.</p><p>Its interlocking system makes it easy to install. Cleaned by a damp cloth</p><p>Laminate flooring cannot bear temperature fluctuations, but has superior dimensional stability with great impact resistance, great moisture resistance.</p><figure class="image image-style-align-right"><img src="https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6IjMxYjdlYmQ1N2MxZTNkN2EucG5nIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsid2VicCI6dHJ1ZSwianBlZyI6dHJ1ZSwic2hhcnBlbiI6dHJ1ZX19" srcset="https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6IjMxYjdlYmQ1N2MxZTNkN2EucG5nIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsid2VicCI6dHJ1ZSwianBlZyI6dHJ1ZSwic2hhcnBlbiI6dHJ1ZSwicmVzaXplIjp7IndpZHRoIjo1MDB9fX0= 500w, https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6IjMxYjdlYmQ1N2MxZTNkN2EucG5nIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsid2VicCI6dHJ1ZSwianBlZyI6dHJ1ZSwic2hhcnBlbiI6dHJ1ZSwicmVzaXplIjp7IndpZHRoIjoxMDAwfX19 1000w, https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6IjMxYjdlYmQ1N2MxZTNkN2EucG5nIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsid2VicCI6dHJ1ZSwianBlZyI6dHJ1ZSwic2hhcnBlbiI6dHJ1ZSwicmVzaXplIjp7IndpZHRoIjoxMDUyfX19 1052w" sizes="100vw" width="1052"></figure><p>As for the installation, laminate is installed only floated.</p><p>With laminate flooring, you could mimic stone or ceramic tile, as well as a wide array of colors and patterns, including bright, sunny colors and intricate modern or retro patterns. You can design your own floor to match your personal interior-design vision, from classic to contemporary.</p><p>Laminate flooring is much less expensive than hardwoods and costs a fraction of tiles. It is durable means, very economic, with manufacture warranties of up to 30 years.</p><h3><strong>How to select your wood flooring?</strong></h3><p>The selection of the parquet is a function of different criteria:</p><h4><strong>Color selection</strong></h4><p>Color selection should match your interior scheme and the feel that you want to give to your interior. a. i.e. grey tones match easily with trendy colors and give a sense of a peaceful interior b. White and light beige increase the lighting and give the contemporary feel.</p><h4><strong>Area of the space to be furnished</strong>/The size of the room and expansion joint necessity.</h4><p>For tiny space, opt for lighter and natural floor colors like oak that give a sense of openness, happy and sunny space feeling</p><p>For large spaces, opt for warm and dark tones like Wingé and brown color.</p><p>For people who long for the rustic feel, comfortableness and a sense of coziness, and warm space feeling that match with colonial furnishings.</p><h4><strong>Effect of the light</strong></h4><p>Check the sample and judge its color throughout the day with different lighting sources, from natural sunlight to artificial light at night.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><figure class="image"><img src="https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6IjJmNGNlOGM4YTQwYTQ0ZmUucG5nIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsid2VicCI6dHJ1ZSwianBlZyI6dHJ1ZSwic2hhcnBlbiI6dHJ1ZX19" srcset="https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6IjJmNGNlOGM4YTQwYTQ0ZmUucG5nIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsid2VicCI6dHJ1ZSwianBlZyI6dHJ1ZSwic2hhcnBlbiI6dHJ1ZSwicmVzaXplIjp7IndpZHRoIjo1MDB9fX0= 500w, https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6IjJmNGNlOGM4YTQwYTQ0ZmUucG5nIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsid2VicCI6dHJ1ZSwianBlZyI6dHJ1ZSwic2hhcnBlbiI6dHJ1ZSwicmVzaXplIjp7IndpZHRoIjoxMDAwfX19 1000w, https://d2doisxcuz2yo7.cloudfront.net/eyJidWNrZXQiOiJtYWFtYXJneSIsImtleSI6IjJmNGNlOGM4YTQwYTQ0ZmUucG5nIiwiZWRpdHMiOnsid2VicCI6dHJ1ZSwianBlZyI6dHJ1ZSwic2hhcnBlbiI6dHJ1ZSwicmVzaXplIjp7IndpZHRoIjoxMDUyfX19 1052w" sizes="100vw" width="1052"><figcaption>Solid wood flooring installation process</figcaption></figure><p>In conclusion, the selection of your wood flooring is related to how much you are able to invest. While solid wood flooring is the most expensive to install, laminate flooring remains less expensive than hardwoods and costs a fraction of tiles, providing lots of options to design your own floor to match your personal interior- design vision, classic to contemporary.</p><p>Expand your knowledge and keep yourself updated with the latest trends and practices in the construction industry by joining our monthly newsletter below.</p>

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