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Internal Wall intermediate BeamsThe interior walls have two horizontal intermediate concrete beams for strength. dozerSep 27, 2011
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Depth IndicatorA depth of render indicator is plastered in place prior to render application. This is used to determine the thickness of the render to be applied. dozerSep 27, 2011
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Front of HouseThe non consistency of the external render color coat gives a homey feel to the project.dozerSep 27, 2011
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External Color Render ApplicationThe external color render is applied over a rough dry coat of non color render. dozerSep 27, 2011
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Render BrushThe brush is used during the render application to sprinkle water on the render as it is starting to dry, then it is polished with a cement trowel.dozerSep 27, 2011
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Straight Tool used During RenderDuring the render application this tool is used to set the wall straight between depth indicators. dozerSep 27, 2011
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Interior Wall use of Plumb BobA plumb bob is used to set a vertical line for the interior walls that will be brought 'true' during the render application. Straight lines are use vertically and horizontally.dozerSep 27, 2011
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Missing Foundation ColumnsThis structure only has two traditional foundation columns, located at the front side of the front patio. The other columns have been replaced by the load bearing walls used as an integral part of the design.dozerSep 27, 2011
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Glass BlocksThis shot shows glass blocks being installed and the use of plastic spacers at the intersections to keep the blocks equidistant (spacing of 1 cm). dozerSep 27, 2011
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Burnt Rice HuskBurnt rice husk, as pictured here, makes an excellent insulator. In this project it was used in designated open over size cinderblock holes as an insulator. It can be found at most stores that sell garden supplies, not only is it functional, but also clean and inexpensive. dozerSep 27, 2011
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Form Work for Beam #2The formwork for the pour of the beam. Note the 12mm rebar laid horizontally within the beam is wire tied to each vertical piece of rebar.
dozerSep 27, 2011
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Block being laidLaying another block in place. The blocks are lifted up over the vertically extending rebar and laid into place.
dozerSep 27, 2011
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