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/

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/

How to choose the right carpentry service providers

Custom carpentry works is one of the best ways to give your home/ commercial space a unique look. You can have wood works such as doors, windows and furnishings made to specification thus making sure that they all conform to your personal style requirements. But how do you choose the right carpentry service providers for your job? Here are a few tips to help you find the right carpentry services to suit your needs.

Do they do custom works?

If you are looking for customized carpentry works then you need to hire specialists. BE it a big project or a small one, if you need quality workmanship, then you cannot skimp on the kind of carpenter you hire. Do some research on your own and make sure to hire the right contractor who has had prior experience in similar works.

You can look make use of the internet to search for the right carpenter, or you can ask your friends and family for recommendations. This will give you enough options and will make it easier to choose the right carpentry services.

The use of technology

Any tradesman ought to change and grow with the changing times. Before choosing your carpenter, make sure to give his workshop a visit. This will give you a good idea of the kinds of tools and equipment he uses regularly.  Modern tools will make carpentry work easy, and it will also maintain a fair degree of consistency in the quality of work.

The pricing

You cannot ignore the cost of the services rendered. Make sure to go over the price quote carefully and look into any hidden or additional costs you might have to bear once the work is completed.

At Al Boom Group of companies, we offer quality carpentry services for both domestic and commercial projects. For more information about our services, do visit our website at http://www.alboomgroups.com/

HVAC maintenance to help lower utility bills

          Timely maintenance ensures that your HVAC systems runs efficiently, and reduced utility bills in the long run. If you want to save money n the long run, not only in terms of operating costs but also reduced maintenance costs as well.

          Regular HVAC maintenance is key to an efficient and long lasting HVAC systems, and assures quality performance. This also enables technicians to detect any underlying problems with relative ease and correct them before they culminate into something bigger.

          Regular maintenance also ensure that your equipment is in good working condition. If all the individual components are operating at optimal levels, then it results in lowered power consumption, thus lowering electricity bills in the long run.

          Timely maintenance will lower chances of untimely repairs. You can easily manage expenses without having to deal with unexpected repairs that demands sudden cash requirements. Eliminating chances of costly repairs will surely result in piece of mind.

          Choosing competent professionals will ensure that your HVAC unit is in good working condition, thus resulting in quality operable conditions. At Al Boom Groups, we offer some of the best HVAC maintenance services in Bahrain. For more information about our services do visit our website at http://www.alboomgroups.com/

HVAC maintenance to help lower utility bills

          Timely maintenance ensures that your HVAC systems runs efficiently, and reduced utility bills in the long run. If you want to save money n the long run, not only in terms of operating costs but also reduced maintenance costs as well.

          Regular HVAC maintenance is key to an efficient and long lasting HVAC systems, and assures quality performance. This also enables technicians to detect any underlying problems with relative ease and correct them before they culminate into something bigger.

          Regular maintenance also ensure that your equipment is in good working condition. If all the individual components are operating at optimal levels, then it results in lowered power consumption, thus lowering electricity bills in the long run.

          Timely maintenance will lower chances of untimely repairs. You can easily manage expenses without having to deal with unexpected repairs that demands sudden cash requirements. Eliminating chances of costly repairs will surely result in piece of mind.

          Choosing competent professionals will ensure that your HVAC unit is in good working condition, thus resulting in quality operable conditions. At Al Boom Groups, we offer some of the best HVAC maintenance services in Bahrain. For more information about our services do visit our website at http://www.alboomgroups.com/

The pros and cons of airless paint sprayers

          Airless spray painters are fast gaining popularity in the commercial and residential construction sector. This procedure offers a faster completion of work compared to traditional methods of brush and rollers. Airless sprays also offer a smooth, glossy finish on doors, walls, wood work etc.

          This look and texture is achieved by the unique was in which the airless spray machines work. Here, the pint is pumped out at extremely high pressure, up to 3000 psi, thorough a tiny nozzle on the spray gun tip. This tip is designed in such as way that it evenly spreads the paint droplets in a pre-defined pattern. Different kinds of spray tips can be used to spray liquids of different densities including varnish, lacquer, latex paints, etc.

          The design also allows for optimal control over the amount of paint being sprayed out of the nozzle, thus you can adjust the thickness of the paint coat depending on the application.

          Despite its pros, the airless paint sprayers also come with their own set of problems. Not all paint particles erupting from the paint nozzle sticks to the surface, most of them are dispersed in the air and stick to almost anything in sight. Thus, not only will you be losing up to 40% of the paint, but you will also spend more time masking and covering the surrounding areas to prevent paint from sticking to it.

          At Al Boom Groups, we offer excellent painting services in the more efficient manner, thus making sure that your painting projects are completed within time and budget constraints. For more information about our services, do visit our website at http://www.alboomgroups.com/

Car rental tips

Unsure about your transport options on your next trip? Why not rent a car? It gives you enough flexibility and freedom to make your own decisions, making it an extremely convenient local transport option. In most cases, rental cars will actually be cheaper than if you were to hire a traditional mode of transport. Here are a few tips on hiring your first rental car-

·         Choose the kind of vehicle you need, rather than what you want. IF you are planning on doing some off-roading, then a classy sedan might not be of much use to you. And if most of your travel will be on long, winding roads, hiring an SUV will be no fun. Many car rental companies also deal in hybrid/ electric cars, thus catering to the environmental enthusiasts as well.

·         Make sure you have the right documents necessary to make a car rental. This includes passports, driving license etc. If you are booking them online, do some basic research on their terms and condition and the company’s reliability before making your final decision.

·         Different car rental companies have different rental plans. Make sure to check the terms and conditions of your car rental company, and be weary of the late fee, liability issues etc. Do not be afraid to ask any queries and clear all your doubts regarding it.

At Al Boom Groups, we help you to find the right kind of car rental service for your local travels in Bahrain. For more information about our services, do visit our website at http://www.alboomgroups.com/