Tuesday 16 July 2019

Know your plywood


Plywood is one of the most popular types of wood used in the industry today. It comprises of thin sheets of wood glued together to result in strong and sturdy material known as plywood. The adhesives used in manufacturing plywood is extremely flexible and prevents the wood from shrinkage, cracks and bending. Plywood has been a staple construction material and is great for making partitions, false ceilings, and felicitates other construction parameters.

There are a variety of plywood, which comprise of different compositions, suitable for a variety of specialized construction works. Here is a list of common plywood being used in the industry-
  • MDF: The Medium Density Fiber Core hardwood plywood is extremely study and is consistent throughout. The wood is free of any blisters and voids, resulting in better durability and tight bonding. It does not chip when it is cut, thus making it one of the most used plywood for creating custom designs. A variety of carpentry tools can be safely used to shape and cut the wood, since it is tightly bonded.
  • MDO and HDO: The Medium and high density overlay consists of fir veneers wrapped in fiber. Essentially it is a regular plywood, covered in a layer of MDF for stability and durability.
  • VC: The Veneer Core plywood comprises of alternate layers of common plywood. It has a grainy finish, and is quite sturdy and light, making it easy to work with.
Al Boom trading is one of the leading suppliers of quality plywood in Bahrain. For more information about our services, do visit our website at http://www.alboomgroups.com/


Monday 8 July 2019

Choosing the right electrical contractors


Choosing the right electrical contractor is of utmost importance for any business establishment. An electrical contractor is responsible for taking care of all types of electrical problems in the building, from lighting, cooling/ heating to ensuring proper power supply to heavy machinery such as motors etc. A contractor should be capable of ensuring optimal power distribution for all the machines and equipments in the facility. An improper supply of electricity can severely hamper the performance of the equipments such as lighting, ACs etc, resulting in long-term damage.

Hence, a good electrical contractor is not only skilled, but also reliable. It is best to hire a contractor who has a team of reliable technicians at their disposal, where each of them specialize in certain areas of electrical contracting, especially if hiring for commercial/ industrial purposes. 

Some contractors have a specially trained team of electricians to fix home lighting and electrical fixtures, and are adept at wiring the place to ensure that the interior design is not compromised. Most electrical contractors undertake both line contracting and inside contracting, i.e., they ensure optimal power supply from the external power lines, and undertake wiring within the establishment.

Alboom Trading provides reliable electrical contracting services in The Kingdom of Bahrain. Our electricians and technicians are adept at providing safe electrical solutions in the region. For more information about our services, do visit our website at http://www.alboomgroups.com/