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It's not adhered masonry (thin-brick). It's not full brick veneer (cavity wall) It's #CORIUM (brick rainscreen) - mechanically attached - 1/3 the weight of full brick - 2x the speed of installation - unobstructed drainage cavity - no height limitations - can be used in soffits - field-set or pre-fab - fully tested #facadedesign #modfacade

Can You Guess What These Holes Are For? 🤔 So any guesses as to what this is? We've got lath and plaster walls with these mysterious holes. 🕵️♂️ Spoiler alert: these are exterior walls where the homeowners had insulation blown in. The little white spots are styrofoam backing. We're going to fill these holes and repair the wall. 🏠 Lath and plaster isn't like regular drywall, so you need to know what you're doing. We'll use a concrete fill with fibers, let it shrink a bit, and then apply regular drywall compound, which is easy to sand. 🔧 Have you ever seen this before? Worked with lath and plaster? Let me know in the comments! 👇😊 #HomeRepair #LathAndPlaster #OldHouse #Kitsilano

In England, you sometimes find these "wave-shaped" brick fences. Although it may seem odd, this form uses LESS bricks than a straight fence. This is because a straight fence with only one brick is not stable enough to stand alone and can be easily overturned. This is why fences always have at least two layers of brick thickness and often more, and they are also reinforced at regular intervals with vertical posts that serve as support pillars. But a wavy "one-brick" fence stands out by the support of the arch offered by its shape, which combines the fence and support pillars.

When it comes to a metal building, there are many terms and components that can be confused in simple conversation. These key components play a vital role in the structure of your metal building. In simplest terms: 🙌 Purlins support your roof 💪 Girts strengthen your walls 🤝 Eave struts join the roof and walls at the eaves But that’s just the tip of the iceberg. For the full breakdown, check out our blog post at https://bit.ly/3LYP5E6 🔗 #FortifyBuildingSolutions #MetalBuilding

The simple steps to install your brick slips, onto plasterboard or cement board- for masonry just skip the wall scoring! . #brickslips #diy #interiordesign

𝐃𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬. 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐲 𝐌𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫. In commercial ceilings, there are common conditions that are part of many projects—such as a ceiling transition, a ceiling height transition, a soffit, or other framed drywall. Get the guide with the details to approach these common conditions with efficiency, less material, and less time-consuming labor. https://ow.ly/gIuN30sA4Zu

What would be your first step if you saw movement, cracks or splits in your plaster??? Would it be a trip to Bunnings for some gap fill, or a shoutout to a plasterer? Hmmm, perhaps there is a better way…. Cracks or gaps in plaster, brickwork, separation issues at windows, soffits, control joints, or masonry are just symptoms of a problem that is likely to worsen. It is better to identify the underlying problem and get it fixed before it becomes a more extensive – and more expensive – problem. CALL US on 0451 824 961 for a complimentary property visit and free advice to get a customised solution. Foundation Solutions Underpinning: Locked Price Experts Securing Your Home -Guaranteed! #cracksinbricks #cracksinwalls #foundationrepair #foundationproblems #underpinning #screwpiles #subsidence #cracks

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Can You Guess What These Holes Are For? 🤔 So any guesses as to what this is? We've got lath and plaster walls with these mysterious holes. 🕵️♂️ Spoiler alert: these are exterior walls where the homeowners had insulation blown in. The little white spots are styrofoam backing. We're going to fill these holes and repair the wall. 🏠 Lath and plaster isn't like regular drywall, so you need to know what you're doing. We'll use a concrete fill with fibers, let it shrink a bit, and then apply regular drywall compound, which is easy to sand. 🔧 Have you ever seen this before? Worked with lath and plaster? Let me know in the comments! 👇😊 #HomeRepair #LathAndPlaster #OldHouse #Kitsilano

🏠🛠 Prep your home for spring with pipe inspections and checking for water damage in basements, attics, walls, and ceilings. Learn more and download a checklist at: https://lnkd.in/dZXbmE5n. #BFW #SpringPrep #Preparedness #TuesdayTip