Damp Proof Concrete (DPC)
November 5, 2021

Damp Proof Course – What is it? How is it done?

DPC or Damp Proof Course is one of the vital stages in a building construction. We have learnt in High School Physics about the principle of Capillary rise. Capillary Rise is the phenomenon whereby liquids defy gravity and flow upwards in a narrow space. This phenomenon may often occur in our building constructions. This is because the basement and the foundation of a building are in contact with the soil. So, groundwater may find its way up to the masonry wall through the basement.

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ViyaConsBlog, Civil ConstructionNovember 5, 2021
Boundary wall design and construction1
October 19, 2021

Boundary Wall Design and Construction – Step by step

Boundary Wall Design and Construction

Gone are the days when we lived in tandem with our neighbours, as one single large family. Now-a-days all of us want our privacy and are not ready to compromise it for anything in the world.

That brings us to the importance of good fencing or boundary wall design and the famous poem by Robert Frost that said “Good fences make good neighbours”.

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ViyaConsBlog, ExteriorsOctober 19, 2021
6 tips to design an efficient kitchen |Mistakes to avoid in a kitchen design
August 24, 2021

Kitchen Design | What are the Mistakes to avoid?

We know that the kitchen is a very important part of any house. It is a room that you need to use everyday, come rain or shine. That makes it extremely important that you design it properly. Thoughtless design of a kitchen space may result in design mistakes that will cost you a lot to correct. Let’s now look at a few kitchen design mistakes that you must avoid.

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ViyaConsBlog, DesignAugust 24, 2021
Floor plans for small to medium houses
June 14, 2021

15 floor plans for houses | 3 and 4 bedroom houses

We have already seen many blogs on what to consider while developing floor plans for houses, the different types of floor plans, open floor plans etc.

Today let us have a look at 15 different floor plans for houses. All these are in the 1500 – 2800 sqft range and are most suited for small to medium houses with 3 or 4 bedrooms. All there are created for Viya Constructions and have been provided here only for reference purposes. Would you need any further assistance with these plans, feel free to contact us.

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ViyaConsBlog, Pre construction, Room Design ideasJune 14, 2021
Types of walls in construction
April 13, 2021

Types of Walls in Building Construction

Walls – An envelope for your building

Walls are essential structural components of any building.  A wall can be defined as a vertical load-bearing member, the width of which exceeds four times its thickness. The main function of the different types of walls is to partition the house into usable areas. They provide privacy and protect the house from rain, sun, wind, theft, and the like. The different types of walls also house the conduits for electrical wiring and plumbing.

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ViyaConsBlog, Building Materials, Civil Construction, Construction, InteriorsApril 13, 2021
March 24, 2021

Damp Proofing your house during construction | Know all about it

One of the basic requirements of any house is that it should remain dry and free from moisture. A wet structure reduces the strength of the structural components of the house. Moreover, it gives rise to unhygienic conditions and may become the breeding ground for several disease-causing organisms. Therefore keeping the house free of moisture becomes an important task while constructing a house. The process of attaining this is called damp proofing. Before we dive into damp proofing, let us look at the various causes of dampness in buildings.

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ViyaConsBlog, Civil Construction, Construction, FoundationMarch 24, 2021
Bar bending in construction | Viya Constructions
February 15, 2021

How to do Bar Bending in construction?

Steel for construction purposes comes as long bars about 12 m in length. This has to be cut and shaped into desired forms as required by the structure that you are building. Details on the length and shape of how the steel bars have to be cut are usually given as part of the structural design by the structural engineer. The process by which the steel bars used for construction are cut into smaller pieces suitable for construction is called Bar Bending.

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ViyaConsBlog, Building Materials, Civil Construction, ConstructionFebruary 15, 2021
Flooring materials for your house - Tips to choose | Viya Constructions
January 20, 2021

Tips to choose Flooring Materials for your house

The choice of materials used for flooring will make or break the looks of a building. The right choice of flooring materials can transform an otherwise drab building into an enlivening one. On the contrary, a wrong flooring option can also completely ruin the aesthetics of a building. Moreover, changing flooring is an expensive activity. A lot of time, energy, and money go into it. So getting your flooring right the first time is the best for your pockets.

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ViyaConsBlog, Building Materials, Construction, Construction Materials, Construction Tips, InteriorsJanuary 20, 2021
December 18, 2020

Why should you add a layer of PCC before foundation?

What is PCC in construction?

Cement concrete is a product obtained artificially by hardening the mixture of cement, sand, gravel, and water in predetermined proportions. When these ingredients are mixed, they form a plastic mass which can be poured into suitable moulds, called forms, and set on standing into a hard solid mass. This is known as Plain Cement Concrete or PCC. PCC has several applications in the construction industry and today we are looking at why it is necessary to do PCC before foundation.

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ViyaConsBlog, Civil Construction, FoundationDecember 18, 2020
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