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by ravi_c
January 23rd, 2012, 6:01 pm
Forum: Civil Construction
Topic: Construction Cost
Replies: 67
Views: 62689

Re: Construction Cost

The construction cost depends upon the building materials, labor and other registration charges which again in turn depends upon the location and surroundings. Regarding the contractor, make sure he is a certified or a licensed contractor. Do some research and get information about his past projects.
by ravi_c
January 5th, 2012, 5:30 pm
Forum: Civil Construction
Topic: Flooring concerns
Replies: 20
Views: 19841

Re: Flooring concerns

Hi Jackalbda, vitrified tiles are preferred more over granite and even marble tiles today because of their ability to keep off stains and also are less porous. Granite is more expensive and requires more maintenance. As for the color, you can go for a color that is not too dark and not too light. Bu...
by ravi_c
January 3rd, 2012, 12:26 pm
Forum: Civil Construction
Topic: procuring materials like Cement and Steel
Replies: 6
Views: 6384

Re: procuring materials like Cement and Steel

It is not advisable to keep bulk cement bags specially if the storage area is not well protected from both human and natural activities. You can keep about 50-60 bags that too when the construction has started. During the monsoons, cement is prone to get affected so the whole construction needs to b...
by ravi_c
October 14th, 2011, 5:48 pm
Forum: Civil Construction
Topic: Kota stone as flooring
Replies: 5
Views: 5676

Re: Kota stone as flooring

Hello Velu, Kota stone is surely a good choice. Check this wikipedia site which mentions the most popular color - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kota_Stone
Good luck :)
by ravi_c
October 14th, 2011, 5:29 pm
Forum: Civil Construction
Topic: Looking dealers for cement,sand and steel
Replies: 2
Views: 4520

Re: Looking dealers for cement,sand and steel

Hello Manupro, Dalmia Cement has a reputed name in cement industry and has been in the business since 1935. Here's the site where you can find your preferred location - http://www.dalmiacement.com/home/our-location.htm
by ravi_c
October 14th, 2011, 5:04 pm
Forum: Civil Construction
Topic: Good cement for construction
Replies: 3
Views: 5661

Re: Good cement for construction

Hello Iyyappan, what you said is undebatable, cement sure is a major part of construction and the whole structure and its longevity depends upon the strength of the cement. Dalmia Cement has a very good name in Bangalore,they have been in the business since 1935 which itself tells the story of its r...
by ravi_c
October 14th, 2011, 4:57 pm
Forum: Civil Construction
Topic: Good Paint Contractor for complete building painting
Replies: 11
Views: 11526

Re: Good Paint Contractor for complete building painting

Hi Magbir. To begin with i would rule out the second point as giving the whole contract to a single person would be a waste of money and time. - The first point of buying the material and hiring a contract painter is to some extent advisable but you would need to keep a watch on the proceedings all ...

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