Types of Columns
Several types of columns are used in building construction, the effective depth of a column is at least 3 times its lateral dimension. Column is a vertical member that carries the load of the …
Types of Bricks
There are many types of bricks based on materials such as clay, concrete, lime, fly ash used in the construction of masonry, so it is important to identify bricks for their properties, uses, and …
Slab Beam
A slab beam is a reinforced concrete beam, also known as a concealed beam or hidden beam, it is provided throughout the depth of the supporting slab, so the depth of the slab beam …
Pile Caps
Pile caps are thick reinforced concrete mats that rest on top of concrete or wooden piles (driven, bored, or cast-in-situ) to offer stability to the foundation. The main purpose of the construction of the …
Types of Walls
There are different types of walls used in building construction, the wall is a structural component that divides the space (room) into two spaces (rooms) which offers safety and shelter. Sometimes, walls are differentiated …
