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Properly Installed Bird StopThis bird stop has about the right clearance, a snug fit is required or otherwise you will get unwanted entry points. dozerSep 27, 2011
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Ridges Laid in PlaceThe ridge tiles are laid in place over a waterproofed (via Sika) concrete mix. Note that the exposed concrete will still need to be treated with a exterior coat of waterproofing agent. The other method is dry tech, which is not used here. dozerSep 27, 2011
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CPAC Compressive Strength CertificationA portion of the certification that the samples were tested and the corresponding results. The status field indicates 'p'ass or 'f'ail and the stress column indicates the amount of stress the samples withstood. In this case the 280 ksc samples withstood a minimum of 340 ksc prior to failure. dozerSep 27, 2011
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Poured FootingThe poured footing. The footings are poured and then the ground beam is tied into place around the footing structure. dozerSep 27, 2011
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External RenderThe aerated blocks again use a specific product for the external render. It is a ready mix cement skim coat type product. It is easy to work and makes for a smooth and nice render finish. The final thickness of the walls will be 12.5 centimeters so this is being applied about 2.5 centimeters on each side. dozerSep 27, 2011
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Spacers in Preparation for Column PourSpacers are applied to the outside of the column frame so that the frame will remain centered within the form wood during the pour. dozerSep 27, 2011
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Window Opening being SquaredHere the opening is in the process of being squared. dozerSep 27, 2011
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Lintel Pour above the Bathroom DoorHere the lintel is being poured about the bathroom door, and will be continued to the right to form a horizontal ring beam. dozerSep 27, 2011
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ArchwayOnly the bottom portion of the archway is actually poured. The top of the archway (as seen to the left) will be continued using red bricks and mortar. dozerSep 27, 2011
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WindowA window showing a horizontal ring beam underneath it, lintel/beam on top and vertical beams to either side. The picture is at an odd angle, the window is perfectly true (but doesn't look like it in the pic). dozerSep 27, 2011
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Top of ArchwayNotice that top of the archway is being done in red bricks. Also note the vertical lengths of rebar spaced evenly and affixed to the box section at the top as a supporting framework for the archway structure. dozerSep 27, 2011
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Bathroom Door FrameNotice the external bathroom wall. The door frame is affixed in two vertical beams + there is the associated lintel beam on top of the door frame. The extended beam is necessary due to the height of the wall. dozerSep 27, 2011
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