Silica is the main constituent of glass. But it is to be added with sodium potassium carbonate to bring down melting point. To make it durable lime or lead oxide is also added. Manganese oxide is added to nullify the adverse effects of unwanted iron present in the impure silica. The......
Day: November 18, 2018
Masonry in Construction – Stone and Brick MasonryMasonry in Construction – Stone and Brick Masonry
November 18, 2018November 18, 2018Masonry means construction of buildings using building blocks like stone, bricks, concrete blocks, Tiles etc. Masonry is used for the construction of foundation, plinth, walls and columns. Mortar is the binding material for the building blocks. In this article different types of masonry used are explained and points to be observed......