If the floor in your home is above ground level and is not resting on a concrete slab, it is almost certainly supported byjoists. Joists are the substantial spans of lumber that reach from one side of your foundation to its opposite side. At the ends, those joists are attached torim joi...
Cement is rigid—if you put a rigid top on a flexible base then systemic cracking is inevitable.Cement based mortar is a fine joint filling material if the flagstone happens to rest upon a concrete foundation. But why on earth would you want to have a concrete foundation anyway? The concre...
The Solina String Ensemble is renowned for its distinctive sound, complemented by its durable build, which has stood the test of time. Its simple yet effective controls make it accessible to both beginners and seasoned professionals alike. Whether you're layering strings in a composition or seeking...
Like mostconstruction materials, steel, which rails are made from, expands when air temperature increases. When this movement is restrained by the anchorage, which holds therailand the sleeper (the rectangular supports for the rails) in place, internal stresses build up, and compression buckles or...