Tuesday 26 December 2017

Installation of HVAC systems done right

Sweltering summers remind us why it's so critical to have a friendly relationship with a HVAC contractual worker. We give you a rundown of five ways you can get a smooth HVAC installation done.

1.)    Use Reputable Contractors – in view of all that we've specified in our blogs and years of experience, we feel compelled to push this as much as possible.

2.)     Set aside some time to find a HVAC contractual worker with a decent reputation and one who stands by their work. It's extremely not worth sparing a couple of bucks to run with the here now gone again later contractual worker. This will quite often wind up costing more at last.

3.)     Don't Install Used Units –While a utilized unit might tempt due to the value, they quite often wind up making more issues and cost at last.

4.)    Install properly measured units – If there is some discussion on the span of the unit that ought to be introduced, be in favor of a bigger HVAC installation done instead of a smaller one. An undersized unit will make headaches for you down the road. The last thing you need to hear amidst the late spring is an occupant whining about the way that the house won't cool below 75 degrees.

5.)     Use Proper Insulation – You can have an incredible contractor introduce a legitimately estimated framework in your property yet at the same time have issues if the house isn't protected. At the point when introduced appropriately, insulation can enable your unit to achieve the desired temperature and save money on service bills.

6.)     Introduce an A/C cage– We understand some financial specialist would differ with us on this, yet we've seen A/C units get stolen in a wide range of regions. From top of the line neighborhoods to inward city rentals, pretty much any property is powerless to this wrongdoing.

HVAC frameworks are one of the greatest costs with regards to rehabbing. It is critical that investors frame good relationships and use sound judgment with regards to this aspect of a remodel. A decent HVAV establishment can possibly be effortless for quite a long time to come, however a terrible establishment can cause a wide range of superfluous issues. Try not to belittle the significance of doing it right the first time!

Alboom Groups is one of the leading providers of HVAC maintenance services in Bahrain and we ensure that your commercial ACs are in good working order
. For more on HVAC installation and upkeep, visit our website at http://www.alboomgroups.com/



Thursday 16 November 2017

HOW TO DESIGN YOUR BATHROOM USING THE BEST SANITARY WARES?

When we see advertisements of gorgeous bathrooms promoted by top-notch companies, the first thing we realize is that it is the most humble room in the house, where people go about their daily business in the morning or whenever is actually a fertile area to be decorated.  That even a bathroom can look glamorous. Makes you think twice, doesn’t it?

But then to get the bathroom of your dreams, you require careful planning and expert advice. It's not just the bedroom or drawing room where you can decorate as per your wish. A bathroom cannot, and should not be cluttered. It has to remain clean at all times. The sanitary wares used for various parts of the bathroom have to be long lasting and aesthetically pleasing. And to buy really good sanitary wares, there are a few companies like the Al-Boom groups (alboomgroups.com), which could help you design a sophisticated bathroom with their sanitary wares that goes well with the house and yet retains all its functions.

Here are a few tips from the Al-Boom group to help in making your bathroom fit for a king:-
  • ·        Bacterial contamination is pretty common in bathrooms and hence has to be avoided in there. Thus all sanitary wares like toilets, sinks, etc should have an antibacterial coating on the surface or at least be made of materials that thwart and inhibit pathogen growth.
  • ·    Choose sanitary wares that save more water. There are plenty of special toilets and bathrooms which have anti-leaking properties and help conserve water. Let your sanitary wares play an active part in saving the environment too.
  • ·     Choose sanitary wares which can be cleaned easily. Cleaning the bathroom is a rather dreary task no one likes to do, hence its best to choose materials which can be cleaned easily.
  • · Have good designer sanitary wares that actually give a different perspective to the bathroom and make it as amazing as the rest of the rooms. Choose complementary sanitary ware that goes well with the rest of the décor of the bathroom.
  •       Choose good sanitary wares with higher practical use. Especially the taps. They should be aesthetic to look at, but not such that they will get clogged easily.

At Alboom groups, we deal in a variety of world class sanitary wares suitable for your homes and commercial spaces. To know more about our products, do visit our website at http://www.alboomgroups.com/

Thursday 26 October 2017

HVAC maintenance made easy

HVAC maintenance and operations are the practices that keep mechanical systems working at top notch condition amid the life of the building. As an architect, your decisions can make it simple or difficult to keep up your thermal comfort systems.

HVAC systems are only as good as its performance. Neglect, inadequately picked replacements, and misunderstanding of systems can fix every one of the changes of good HVAC plan. Top-quality operations and upkeep practices, for example, constant charging can enhance energy performance by 20% and enhance occupant comfort in the meantime.

Great HVAC O&M is measured by system execution. The system should keep giving warm comfort at the energy usage specified in the HVAC outline for the building. Commissioning agents often perform these audits. As innovation enhances, the execution may even be enhanced to surpass plan specifications when it comes to HVAC maintenance.

Operations Manuals
Great design process can help guarantee great operations and support schedules. The HVAC architect ought to make a manual for operations staff that makes the HVAC outline goal clear, records support and substitution timetables, and makes it clear what parameters ought to be measured amid appointing, and in addition how frequently such estimations ought to be finished.

Green buildings frequently don't perform as well as it was expected during the planning phase. Without a manual, operations faculty are left to investigate systems through piecemeal guesswork. This is never as effective as the whole systems approach that can be laid out by an operations manual.

Upkeep Schedules
A critical piece of the O&M manual is plans for cleaning pipes, channels, and different segments, supplanting channels, and measuring energy use and comfort. Execution estimations ought to be done month to month or if nothing else quarterly, to furnish administrators with enough information to advise when frameworks are starting to perform inadequately. Many building computerization frameworks can give hourly information on temperature, humidity, and energy use.

Adaptability and Occupant Behavior
When building inhabitants acquire their own space heaters or work area fans, it might be an indication that the HVAC framework isn't functioning as designed, or was not intended to address the present clients' issues. Have the adaptability to work with clients to address their issues while guaranteeing energy proficiency. This may mean changes to the first plan, or helping tenants pick proficient items for their own use.

Al Boom Groups offers exquisite range of HVAC maintenance services for domestic and commercial entities, ensuring optimal ventilation and air conditioning. For more on HVAC maintenance, visit our website at www.alboomgroups.com

Wednesday 13 September 2017

Choosing bathroom sanitaryware- A guide

A healthy bathroom is the sign of a healthy house. We are quite adamant about keeping our house clean, why should bathroom be any different. After all, it's the place where we release toxins and wash off the dirt, dust and germs. Make your bathroom a healthy place by choosing the right sanitary ware products. Keeping the place clean and healthy is more important than keeping it stylish. 

Here we cover some tips for choosing the right sanitary ware for your bathroom.
                                                     
It's all about the size
It’s very important to analyses the spacing available in your bathroom. The size of your bathroom could be either large or small, the key lies in selecting the right sanitary ware as per the sizing, capacity and positioning. Some things you must check
     Judging by the bathroom size, estimating the capacity of sanitary ware it can hold
     How will it look and fit in your desired positioning?
     Will there be enough space available after installation? 
     Would it get in the way of shower or other areas?

The material
Effective and efficient performance is the mark an ideal sanitary ware. Out in the market, the material available ranges from normal ceramic to fiberglass. You must select the ideal material that matches the sanitary ware you want to have.

Coloring it up
It is possible to match the material you want to have with a color scheme you adore; the market gives you many options. A polished look looks wonderful in any bathroom.

Designs
British, Italian, Indian - There are umpteen designs available that will make you want to splurge. Before going crazy over one, keep these things in mind
     The design should be devoid of sharp edges
     It must fit well in the bathroom
     Less complicated designs are more hassle free

Cost effectiveness
As sanitary wares make or break the entire look in your bathroom, it is advisable to consider it as an investment rather than an expense. You must look to spend in such a product that stands the test of time. Expert advice on material, colors and prices will help you make an informed decision.

Strength
Sanitary wares have the ability to more than 400kgs but this differs from one another. If a unit does not pass the strength test, it is likely to cause breakage or chips which are unhygienic.

A good sanitary ware is preventive to corrosions, is easily cleaned, withstands chemicals and acids and stands through years. 

At Al Boom Groups, we deal in some of the best in class sanitary ware for domestic, residential and commercial needs in The Kingdom of Bahrain. To know more about sanitary ware products visit our website http://www.alboomgroups.com/




Tuesday 8 August 2017

BUILDING MATERIALS

Building material is any material which is used for construction purpose. Many naturally occurring substances have been used to construct buildings.

They are used for construction of homes and buildings. There a wide range of materials used for construction purposes right from the very primary materials like clay, wood, mud to rocks and cement. In some places, building materials are used according to the climatic conditions favoring the place.

Building materials are classified into two type’s namely natural and synthetic building materials. Synthetic are man made materials and natural are naturally occurring materials.

What are the commonly used building materials?
Rock: It is considered as the most primary and primitive type of building material. It is meant to be the strongest and most durable material used in construction of residential and commercial set ups.

Clay: This includes clay along with mud. It is the most accepted building material in warm places as it keeps the interiors of your home and office cool. It is said to be really long lasting.

Glass: This building material is moreover used for decorative purposes. It is use to decorate huge mansions and palaces with the desired designs of the owner. There are a huge variety of glasses available in the market like colored glass, stained glass and frosted glass. They are used to decorate office fronts to give a professional look.

Metals: They serve to be the most reliable material these days. Most of the structures are built by iron and steel that provides greater strength and durability. They are strong and expensive but last for a long time.

Concrete: They are made of gravel, sand and water and is used to build homes and offices. They prove to be the strongest building material and long lasting.

Marbles and granites: They are used at the end of primary construction of the building. They are used to make kitchen cabinets, flooring and much more depending on one’s choice. The most important thing about these materials is they can be carved and shaped according to one’s needs.

Wood: This is also used after the primary construction of the building. Wood is generally used for building furniture in the house or office. The wardrobes, kitchen cabinets, tables, bed etc. all these things can be designed by wood.

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Tuesday 1 August 2017

Importance of sanitary ware

Sanitary ware is referred to as sanitary appliances such as bowls, cisterns, washbasin etc. They are manufactured from porcelain and ceramics and are white in color.

The raw materials used for making them are glass, acrylics, and sometimes metals too. Sanitary ware is one essential thing that is required at all places be it school, colleges home or office. Depending on the type of place we tend to choose our style and design.

Factors to be considered while choosing sanitary ware
Gloss finish- quality is always been important in any product we take. Checking for patchy, dull spots or pinholes is what one should do when one receives their product and clearly look for the finishing.

Ease of installing sanitary ware- with the enormous variety of designs and colors to choose from, we need to limit our search to what kind will fit right with our existing interiors and give it a regal look. Measurements should be taken as to where you need to fit them along with all the accessories to be installed well within the space to avoid clumsiness.  One of the major advantages of the taps in today’s market is they have pre-drilled holes so you can fix them where ever you want without damaging your wall.

Chipping resistance- ceramics that are weakly fired tend to leave sharp edges which eventually develop breakage and chipping problems. ISO certified labels needs to be checked before you are buying any sanitary ware to avoid breakage problems.

Cleaning- this is one the most important thing; since they are used daily it is highly essential to clean them at regular intervals to avoid infections. To clean them, we need to use appropriate cleaners, if abrasives or strong cleaners are used the ceramics tend to lose their shine.

Importance of sanitary ware
High ranking ceramics are usually characterized by scratch, rot, rust resistant properties which make them resistant to wearing and chemical erosion. They are quiet easy to clean making them highly convenient for use. All it requires is a scrubbing brush along with a superior quality detergent, cleaning is done within no time.

Ceramics are one of the most widely used materials because of its recycling property. After years of usage they can be reused to create brand new basins and many other things. It is highly durable.
Al boom group of companies provide wide range of services. For more details, do visit our website at http://www.alboomgroups.com/

Thursday 23 March 2017

Types of carpenters and their work

Carpentry is a skilled trade in which the primary work performed is the cutting, shaping and installation of building materials during the construction of buildings.

The advancement of technology has allowed the modern society to enjoy the convenience of building structures with the best materials available in the market. However, there still remain a big number of people out there who prefer the traditional style and comfort provided by carpentry. This is where you can make best use of the help by a carpentry building Construction Company.
Carpentry has long been a craft that produces quality materials. This involves woodworking with the use of the right skills and creativity. Through these resources, a carpenter can create small wooden objects, useful furniture pieces and even sturdy buildings and structures.

What are the materials used?
Carpenters traditionally worked with natural wood which has been prepared by splitting, hewing, or sawing with a pit saw called timber. Today natural and engineered lumber and many other building materials carpenters may use are typically prepared by others and delivered to the job site. Tasks performed by union carpenters include installing flooring, windows, doors, interior trim, cabinetry, solid surface, roofing, framing, siding, flooring, insulation etc.

Types of carpenters and their work
·        A finish carpenter also called a joiner is one who does finish carpentry, that is, cabinetry, furniture making, fine woodworking, model building or other carpentry where exact joints and minimal margins of error are important.

·    A trim carpenter specializes in molding and trim, such as door and window casings, mantels, baseboards, and other types of ornamental work. Cabinet installers may also be referred to as trim carpenters.

·      A cabinetmaker is a carpenter who does fine and detailed work specializing in the making of cabinets made from wood, wardrobes, dressers, storage chests, and other furniture designed for storage.

Green carpentry is the specialization of the use of environmentally friendly, energy-efficient and sustainable sources of building materials for use in construction projects. They also practice building methods that require using less material and material that has the same structural soundness.

Physical Health Benefits of Carpentry:
Wood working requires working with and carrying wood around a lot. This results in more physical activity, which results in better physical health. Keeping your body physically fit is really important and can help prevent the occurrence of various illnesses later on in life. By being physically fit you can reduce chances that you will have a heart attack, have seizures, become a diabetic, and reduce the chances of having a number of other illnesses.
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Wednesday 1 March 2017

WHAT IS CONCRETE?

Concrete is a composite material composed of coarse aggregate bonded together with fluid cement that hardens over time. Most concretes used are lime-based concretes such as Portland cement concrete or concretes made with other hydraulic cement.

How concrete formation takes place?
When aggregate is mixed together with dry Portland cement and water, the mixture forms a fluid mass that is easily molded into shape. The cement reacts chemically with water and other ingredients to form a hard matrix that binds the materials together into a durable stone-like material. Often, additives are included in the mixture to improve the physical properties of the wet mix or the finished material. Most concrete is poured with reinforcing materials embedded to provide tensile strength, yielding reinforced concrete.

How does it degrade?
Concrete can be damaged by fire, aggregate expansion, sea water effects, bacterial corrosion, calcium leaching, physical damage and chemical damage. This process adversely affects concrete exposed to these damaging stimuli.

How can it be repaired?
It may be necessary to repair a concrete structure following damage. Strengthening may be necessary if the structure is under strength.

Repair techniques
The first step should always be an investigation to determine the cause of the deterioration. The general principles of repair include: arresting and preventing further degradation; treating exposed steel reinforcement; and filling holes left by the removal of spalled or damaged concrete. The selection of the appropriate technique will depend on the cause of the initial damage and whether the repair is to be fully load-bearing or simply cosmetic.

One method for the repair of cracks is to use bacteria. BacillaFilla is a genetically engineered bacteria designed to repair damaged concrete, filling in the cracks, and making them whole again. Techniques for filling holes left by the removal of spalled or damaged concrete include: mortar repairs; flowing concrete repairs and sprayed concrete repairs.

Strengthening techniques
Various techniques are available for strengthening concrete structures, to increase the load-carrying capacity or else to improve the in-service performance. These include increasing the concrete cross-section, adding material such as steel plate or fiber composites to enhance the tensile capacity and providing additional pre stressing.

Coming up with a successful concrete repair
Structural concrete repairs incorporate new materials to the one that already exist to create a structural composite that will survive any environmental or operational conditions while concurrently providing an extension to the life service. Al boom group of companies provides wide range of services. For more details, do visit our website at http://www.alboomgroups.com/

Thursday 26 January 2017

Luxurious bathroom products for the modern bathroom

Designs tend to become obsolete overtime and are replaced by newer, more interesting ones. This is true for jewellery, clothes and other accessories. This is also true for home appliances and bathroom designs as well.

Giving your bathroom a major redesign will not only give it an exquisite look, but also helps achieve a new level of functionality as well. The markets are saturated with a number of new equipment and fittings that are aimed at making your bathroom comfortable and stylish. This sense of style and elegance ought to keep up with the modern amenities that is present throughout your home, thus neutralizing any functional or stylistic discrepancies.

Modern bathroom has the option of a variety of accessories such as bathroom mixer taps, shower heads, towel racks, soap holders, stylish mirrors, matching commodes, shower enclosures etc. However, installing the costliest or the most exquisite looking fixture without any prior planning will do more harm to the bathroom than help.

Planning is important
It is important to plan in such a manner that the fixtures do not interfere with the overall look and aesthetics of the bathroom. Due diligence and expenditure of time and efforts should go into redesigning the bathroom in order to establish a visual grandeur.

For a kid’s bathroom, for example, all fixtures ought to be at an easily reachable level. It can also feature colourful/ themed tiles which gives the bathroom a cheerful look. For an adult’s bathroom, you can opt for a more formal setting, which is usually a single tone room with lots of chrome and mirrors placed at appropriate locations. This choice depends on your personal preference.


The bathroom is the first place a person goes into at the beginning of each day, and it should be welcoming and have a pleasing visual demeanor. At Al Boom Groups, we deal in some of the most exquisite bathroom fixtures that suits your personal style. For more information about our products, do visit our website at http://www.alboomgroups.com/