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Construction Industry

Construction industry refers to the industrial branch of


manufacturing and trade related to building, repairing,
renovating, and maintaining infrastructure.
Importance of material selection in
construction

The selection of correct construction material offers several


benefits, for instance, meeting project standards and
specifications, low maintenance cost, optimizing construction
cost, smooth execution of the project
Factors influencing material selection

• Performance
• Durability
• Cost
• Ease of transportation
• Handling and storage
• Sustainability
• Aesthetics
• Emerging trends
• Ease of cleaning
Importance of Selecting the Right Construction
Materials Projects

The selection of correct construction material offers several benefits,


for instance, meeting project standards and specifications, low
maintenance cost, optimizing construction cost, smooth execution of
the project, etc.

When embarking on your next projects, it is expedient that you


ensure of the use of the right construction materials both in terms of
quality and quantity.
Eco building materials are materials that are sustainable , energy
efficient and have minimal impact in the environment. Few
examples are:

• Bamboo : Renewable resource that grows quickly. Can be used


for various purposes such as flooring, walls and furniture.

• Recycled materials: Recycled steel, recycled plastics, reclaimed


woods.

• Solar panels
• Green roofs: Green roof feature vegetation and plants providing
insulation and improving air quality.
• Low VOC Paints: Opting for low VOC or zero paints helps
maintain indoor air quality.
Few pictures related to eco friendly materials

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