Building Supplies

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A building is just as good as the materials used to build it, which means quality building materials is just as important as a good foundation or a trendy design plan. There are many kinds of building materials available, each with their own price ranges and some distinct advantages over the other kinds in certain conditions. Consider the type of structure you are building, where you are planning to build it and what will the structure be used for in order to narrow down your search for the best possible materials for your construction project.

Wood/Carpentry: Wood has been part of human construction since ancient times. Many of the first human settlements were made of wood, and it remained the primary construction material until the discovery of stone. Nowadays wood is largely used for supporting materials in roof construction, internal fixtures and framing. Although there are still wooden houses today like log cabins.
Examples: Heavy timber, treated wood, paneling, post and beams

Advantages	Disadvantages
Wood doesn’t stretch and/or shrink in relation to temperature changes Air dried wood is a good electric insulator and is not known to produce static electricity Ideal for auditoriums and concert halls because of their sound absorbing properties. Easy to maintain and repair; polished wood has a classy appeal	Certain odors tend to stick to the wood, and stronger odors tend to last longer Wood is prone to deterioration due to fungi, termites and other insects Wooden houses are more prone to fires even with the addition of fire retardants

Concrete Masonry Units (CMU): Masonry involves construction by putting small units together with mortar, which make up a sturdier frame compared to wooden structures.

Advantages	Disadvantages
Stones and bricks are natural thermo regulators; they can form a natural barrier that prolongs the passage of heat through it. CMUs are non-combustible and can help prevent fires. They are also durable and offer better protection from the elements and projectiles Most CMUs don’t need to be painted over, which can save construction costs Well made CMUs can longer than structures built with steel or reinforced concrete	Extreme weather conditions such as heavy snow can damage the stone facade CMUs need strong foundations such as those made of concrete to support these heavy materials. Some structures built solely with some CMUs (like bricks) are more prone to severe earthquake damage and should be reinforced with steel bars to keep the individual pieces together.

Advantages

Disadvantages

Stones and bricks are natural thermo regulators; they can form a natural barrier that prolongs the passage of heat through it.
CMUs are non-combustible and can help prevent fires. They are also durable and offer better protection from the elements and projectiles
Most CMUs don’t need to be painted over, which can save construction costs
Well made CMUs can longer than structures built with steel or reinforced concrete

Extreme weather conditions such as heavy snow can damage the stone facade
CMUs need strong foundations such as those made of concrete to support these heavy materials.
Some structures built solely with some CMUs (like bricks) are more prone to severe earthquake damage and should be reinforced with steel bars to keep the individual pieces together.

Concrete: It is a composite construction material made through mixing a coarse aggregate (filler) and cement (binder) to glue the aggregates together. When dried, they form a durable material the same level as CMUs but at a cheaper price.

Advantages	Disadvantages
Concrete is cheaper and more readily available Structures built of concrete are usually of low maintenance and durable; they will not rot and are fire resistant It offers protection from elements and will not corrode or be damaged by pests or rodents	Concrete has low tensile strength and non malleable Concrete retains heat longer than other materials Concrete is prone to forming cracks

Metal: Solid, shiny and durable materials that become malleable when put under extreme heat. Metal can last under extreme weather conditions, high pressure and heavy weight which make them ideal to use as frames for infrastructures such as bridges and highways. They are also commonly used to construct high rise buildings such as modern office towers and skyscrapers.
Examples: Aluminum, steel

Advantages	Disadvantages
Metals are easy to use and are malleable to form any curve or length needed Extremely durable and can bear a lot of weight Has the advantage of being more resistant to blasts and earthquakes, which also makes them good reinforcements of other building materials Metal structures are constructed at a faster rate, cutting down construction costs These materials can be used and reused after several deconstruction processes	Metals are more expensive than the other construction material types (like concrete) While metals can resist heat, prolonged exposure to it will eventually weaken the material. And since metals transmit heat very fast, they need effective fireproofing measures to prevent fires.

Advantages

Disadvantages

Metals are easy to use and are malleable to form any curve or length needed
Extremely durable and can bear a lot of weight
Has the advantage of being more resistant to blasts and earthquakes, which also makes them good reinforcements of other building materials
Metal structures are constructed at a faster rate, cutting down construction costs
These materials can be used and reused after several deconstruction processes

Metals are more expensive than the other construction material types (like concrete)
While metals can resist heat, prolonged exposure to it will eventually weaken the material. And since metals transmit heat very fast, they need effective fireproofing measures to prevent fires.

Why choose Building Supplies?

Thermal properties of wood help it to be strong and be the best building material.
Green building supplies are cost-effective and eco-friendly.
Aluminium is lightweight but strong and recyclable.
Concrete materials are economical for building with a high thermal mass and resistant to earthquakes and termites.
Glass building materials are recyclable, stable and long lasting compared to other building supplies.
Fibre cement sheeting is inexpensive with good thermal properties and low embodied energy.

Building Supplies Finishes

Metal finishes include:

Buff polishing
Metal plating
Powder coating

Concrete finishes may include:

Broom finishes
Float and trowel finishes
Exterior stenciled concrete
Rock salt finishes
Stamped concrete

Glass finishes are as follows:

Chemically strengthened glass
Heat-strengthened glass
Heatable glass
Evacuated glazing
Insulated glazing

Wood/Timber Finishes:

Waxing
Pigmented finish
Penetrating finish
Surface coating
Natural finish

Types of Building Supplies

Bricks (clay)
Wood or timber
Aluminium
Steel
Concrete
Fibre cement sheeting
Glass
Plasterboard
Plastics
Mudbrick
Stone and composite stone
Straw bale

Building Supplies Maintenance

Building structures found in Carlingford that are constructed with glass should be cleaned frequently to maintain a clear view. The metallic parts on a building should be powder coated to make them resistant to corrosive materials and rust-free.

The timber should be treated to make them resistant from termites and wood borers. The concrete and brick wall should be maintained sparkling clean to prolong their lifetime and enhance its look.

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