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What is Painting? Paints are coatings of fluid materials which are applied as a final finish to surfaces like walls, ceiling, wood and metal works. The painting process includes preparing pre-formed material, base coating, drying, overlay coating and drying and the methods used to do these steps vary based on the different coatings and requirements. Importance Painting is done to protect the surface from environmental effects, to prevent the wood from decay and metal from corrosion, to provide a decorative finish and to obtain a clean, hygienic and healthy living atmosphere. Sub-stages of Painting Painting is made up of various sub-stages like External painting , internal painting Perfect time to start Winter season is the best time for external paint application. However, internal paint can be applied at any time of the year. Time required to complete Painting: Approx. 16 days for a 750 sq. ft. home and approx. 21 days for a 1000 sq. ft. home

What is Wall Putty? Putty is essentially a cementitious substance used to even out surfaces. In general, wall putty is nothing but a material with high plasticity which is similar to the texture of clay. It provides a protective smooth base for paint application. Importance The fine pores on walls and ceiling can be filled up easily using wall putty, to provide you with a smooth, dry and even surface suitable for painting. It also provides complete protection against flaking, thereby assuring you of smooth and even looking walls for your home for many years. Sub-stages of Wall Putty Wall Putty Application is made up of various sub-stages like: Wall Putty on room walls Wall Putty on the ceiling of rooms Wall Putty on the external face of the building Wall Putty on parapet walls Perfect time to start Wall Putty Application for walls and ceiling of rooms can be done at any time of the year in India If external plaster is done during monsoon then wall putty application should start after monsoon gets over Time required to complete the Wall Putty Application: Approx. 11 days for a 750 sq. ft. home and approx. 13 days for a 1000 sq. ft. home Wall Putty Application should start only after proper curing of plaster (Plaster curing requires minimum 7 days) Challenges Uneven texture and colour due to the use of non-branded and local wall putty products Ideal smooth finish in wall putty should be achieved in 2 to 3 mm. If non-branded and local wall putty is used then this thickness ranges from 4 to 5 mm Solutions by Nuvoco Nuvoco has an excellent product that can be used for Wall Putty Application. Zero M Poly Rich Wall Putty Zero M Poly Rich Wall Putty comes with the Polymer advantage which protects your walls from water damage, cracks and dampness and makes them super smooth and durable. Also, it’s not required to pre-wet the surface before application of this product.

What is Waterproofing? Waterproofing in buildings is the formation of an impervious barrier over surfaces of roofs to prevent water penetrations. It is the most critical activity during the final finishing of the house. Waterproofing in buildings and structures is generally required for roof, bathroom, toilets, balcony, water tanks, swimming pools and any other area which will be exposed to water. Importance Flexible waterproofing membranes perfectly protect walls and floors in basements and bathrooms, on balconies and terraces as well as swimming pools against water and humidity. Such protection is the prerequisite for sustainable and durable construction. If waterproofing fails, then it will impact/damage other elements like painting, plastering and R.C.C. members. That’s why, you should never compromise on quality when it comes to waterproofing. Sub-stages of Waterproofing Waterproofing is made up of various sub-stages like: Waterproofing in bathroom and toilets Waterproofing on terrace Perfect time to start Summer season is the best time for carrying out waterproofing on the terrace and other exterior areas as it provides ample time for drying Waterproofing for bathroom and toilets can be done at any time of the year Time required to complete Waterproofing: Approx. 4 days for a 750 sq. ft. home and approx. 5 days for a 1000 sq. ft. home Waterproofing should ideally be the last activity in any building work Challenges The biggest challenge is to eliminate brickbat coba system of waterproofing because it is labour intensive as well as time-consuming. Solutions by Nuvoco Nuvoco has various products that can be used for Waterproofing. You can select any product as per your requirement. Zero M Acrylic Power is usually recommended for roof slabs, balconies and external wall surfaces. It is ideal for all surfaces exposed to the atmosphere Zero M Latex Expert is recommended for slabs of bathroom, toilet & kitchen wash areas. It is also recommended for use in underground water tanks & septic tanks.

What is Electrical and Plumbing Stage? Electrical and Plumbing are linked to every building project that includes design and construction.

Perfect time to start This activity can be carried out at any time of the year. Time required to complete Electrical and Plumbing: Approx. 6 days for a 750 sq. ft. home and approx. 8 days for a 1000 sq. ft. home

What is Masonry Construction? Masonry consists of building structures by laying individual masonry units (brick, concrete block, stone, etc.). Normally, the masonry units are laid with cement mortar which binds them together to create a structure. Importance Masonry construction can provide beautiful walls but due to the individual masonry units, Masonry Construction tends to be quite labour intensive. Sub-stages of Masonry Construction Masonry Construction is made up of various sub-stages like: Masonry in rooms Masonry on terrace Perfect time to start Masonry construction can be done at any time of the year in India provided the below measures are followed: Bricks, blocks, fly ash bricks, etc. should be immersed in water at least 12 hours before starting Masonry Construction so that the material becomes sufficiently water-saturated Provide lintels and coping above window and door openings in Masonry walls to reduce cracks around openings Time required to complete Masonry Construction: Approx. 15 days for a 750 sq. ft. home and approx. 20 days for a 1000 sq. ft. home. Challenges The most common challenge during masonry construction is the absorption of water from cement mortar by the bricks. Solutions by Nuvoco Nuvoco has various products that can be used for Masonry Construction. You can select any product as per your requirement. Zero M Water Shield It is an integral waterproofing compound mixed with cement at the time of concreting It helps in waterproofing not only the wet areas but also all the floor areas of the building Concreto / Concreto Green / Duraguard Waterseal / Duraguard Different types of cement can be used in all structural applications of the building. For example: You can use Concreto, if you want super strength, best freshness, the lightest colour, superior finish and assured quality. OR You can use Concreto Green, if you have water shortage as it consumes 25% less water and gives 70% more strength. You can use Duraguard, if you want super strength and durability. Note: You can mix Zero M Water Shield with any of the above cement products in given proportions if you want your cement to have water repellent properties. If you are not interested in doing the above exercise, you can directly use Duraguard Waterseal Cement which already consists of integral waterproofing compound.

What is Superstructure? Superstructure is an upward extension of an existing structure above a baseline. This term is applied to various kinds of physical structures such as buildings, bridges or ships. In construction, the Superstructure is the portion of a building which is constructed above the ground level and it serves the purpose of the structure’s intended use. Sub-stages of Superstructure Superstructure is made up of various sub-stages like: Columns and first flight of staircase Floor slabs and beams Roof slab and beams Sunken slabs Overhead water tanks, etc. Perfect time to start In India, Superstructure can be built at any time of the year provided the below measures are followed: Avoid concreting activity if the atmospheric temperature goes beyond 40°C Start concreting activity early in the morning during summer to avoid excess water evaporation due to high temperatures in the afternoon Sprinkle aggregates with water before mixing the concrete to bring down their temperature Due to temperature variation in winter, appropriate arrangement should be made to cover concrete surface immediately after concreting activity is completed Water cement ratio should be properly controlled while doing concreting in winter season During monsoon, materials like cement, sand and aggregates should be kept covered in a dry area Time required to complete the Superstructure: Approx. 30 days for a 750 sq. ft. home and approx. 45 days for a 1000 sq. ft. home. Note: Work for slab and beams cannot start until the formwork for the columns has been removed. At all costs, avoid using marble chips/stone chips as cover blocks and early removal of formwork. Make sure to give proper time for curing of concrete. Challenges Completing the work as fast as possible Preparing small quantities of concrete Solutions by Nuvoco Nuvoco has various products that can be used while building the Superstructure. You can select any product as per your requirement. InstaMix InstaMix is a ready-to-use concrete available in 35 kg bags The contractor has to just shake the bag, open it and pour the concrete at the desired location Use of InstaMix eliminates procurement and storage of different raw materials InstaMix bags can be ordered even for small concrete volumes XLite XLite is lightweight concrete that can replace brickbat coba as a waterproofing overlay on roof slab It can also be used as filling material in sunken slab areas like bathrooms, toilets & balconies The use of XLite can reduce the load on the structure Zero M Water Shield It is an integral waterproofing compound mixed with cement at the time of concreting It helps in waterproofing not only the wet areas but also all the floor areas of the building Zero M Latex Expert / Zero M Acrylic Power Both liquid-based waterproofing compounds can be applied externally in the form of coating Latex Expert can be used for coating inside the bathroom & toilet slabs, walls of bathroom & toilet and water tanks as a damp-proof course Acrylic Power can be used for all roof slabs, external walls, walls of bathroom & toilet Duraguard RapidX / Duraguard Microfiber / Concreto Green Different types of cement can be used in all structural applications of the building. For example: You can use Duraguard RapidX, if you want to increase the speed of construction since this is a fast setting cement. OR You can use Duraguard Microfiber, if you want to minimise shrinkage cracks on the surface of slab. You can use Concreto Green, if you have water shortage as it consumes 25% less water and gives 70% more strength.

What is Plinth? Plinth is the line which differentiates the Substructure and Superstructure. It is the part of the Superstructure between the top of the tie beam at the finished ground level (the top level of the soil surrounding the structure that has been prepared and levelled before construction) and the floor level of the building (the ground floor level inside the building). Importance The Plinth height is provided essentially to protect the superstructure from dampness, which may seep in due to direct contact from the ground. The top plinth level is provided with the damp proof course, which gives additional protection against dampness. Sub-stages of Plinth Plinth is made up of various sub-stages like: Casting of plinth beams Plinth filling Damp Proof Course Grade Slab Perfect time to start Plinth level structure can be started at any time of the year as long as the below measures are followed: Maximum size of boulders to be used for plinth filling should be 300mm A proper damp proof course should be provided or else water will start seeping on the ground floor area through capillary action Time required to complete the Plinth: Approx. 19 days for a 750 sq. ft. home and approx. 24 days for a 1000 sq. ft. home Plinth filling will require maximum 5 to 6 days if IS standards are strictly followed Challenges Storage of different materials like boulders & murum material which will be used for plinth filling along with cement, sand, aggregates and reinforcement in limited available space Preparing small quantities of concrete Solutions by Nuvoco Nuvoco has various products that can be used while constructing Plinth. You can select any product as per your requirement. Nuvoco has various products that can be used while constructing Plinth. You can select any product as per your requirement. InstaMix is a ready-to-use concrete available in 35 kg bags The contractor has to just shake the bag, open it and pour the concrete at the desired location Use of InstaMix will eliminate procurement and storage of different raw materials InstaMix bags can be ordered even for small concrete volumes Zero M Water Shield It is an integral waterproofing compound mixed with cement at the time of concreting It helps in waterproofing of R.C.C. elements which will be buried inside the ground and subjected to moisture at all times Zero M Acrylic Power It is a pure waterproofing liquid mixed in different ratios of cement for different applications It is applied using brush application on the top surface of plinth beams as a damp proof course Zero M Cover Blocks Cover blocks are made of concrete whose strength is more than the strength of structural members like columns, beams & slabs As the blocks are made of concrete, they ensure better bonding with poured concrete Concreto Green / Duraguard Microfiber / Duraguard RapidX Different types of cement can be used in all structural applications of the building. For example: You can use Duraguard RapidX, if you want to increase the speed of construction since this is a fast setting cement. OR You can use Duraguard Microfiber, if you want to minimise shrinkage cracks on the surface of the concrete. You can use Concreto Green, if you have water shortage as it consumes 25% less water and gives 70% more strength. Note: You can mix Zero M Water Shield with any of the above cement products in given proportions, if you want your R.C.C. elements to have water repellent properties. If you are not interested in doing the above exercise, you can directly use Duraguard Waterseal Cement which already consists of integral waterproofing compound.

What is Substructure? The part of your home which is below the ground level is called Substructure. It mainly consists of foundation for your home, columns and walls below the ground level. Nowadays, multi-storey structures have basement parking and these basements are also included in the Substructure. Importance The main function of the Substructure is to support and anchor the superstructure safely into the Earth. Its function shows that it is the critical link in the distribution of building loads and as it is below the ground it is hidden from the view. It must be designed to accommodate both the form and layout of the superstructure. So, though the Substructure is hidden beneath the ground it needs special attention in designing. Sub-stages of Substructure Substructure stage is made up of various sub-stages like: Excavation Levelling & P.C.C. for foundation R.C.C. for foundation R.C.C. columns up to plinth level Backfilling of excavated earth Perfect time to start Substructure should be preferably completed before the rainy season to: Avoid accumulation of rainwater in the excavated areas Give proper time for natural compaction of backfilled earth Time required to complete the Substructure: Approx. 21 days for a 750 sq. ft. home and approx. 30 days for a 1000 sq. ft. home Excavation, levelling & P.C.C. should not take more than 5 days Curing in footing should be carried out for 7 days Challenges Storage of different materials like excavated earth, cement, sand, aggregates and reinforcement in limited available space Preparing small quantities of concrete Solutions by Nuvoco Nuvoco has various products that can be used while building the Substructure. You can select any product as per your requirement. InstaMix InstaMix is a ready-to-use concrete available in 35 kg bags The contractor has to just shake the bag, open it and pour the concrete at the desired location Use of InstaMix will eliminate procurement and storage of different raw materials InstaMix bags can be ordered even for small concrete volumes Zero M Water Shield It is an integral waterproofing compound mixed with cement at the time of concreting It helps in waterproofing of R.C.C. elements which will be buried inside the ground and subjected to moisture at all times Zero M Cover Blocks Cover blocks are made of concrete whose strength is more than the strength of structural members like columns, beams & slabs As the blocks are made of concrete, they ensure better bonding with poured concrete Concreto Green / Duraguard Microfiber / Duraguard RapidX Different types of cement can be used in all structural applications of the building. For example: You can use Duraguard RapidX, if you want to increase the speed of construction since this is a fast setting cement. OR You can use Duraguard Microfiber, if you want to minimise shrinkage cracks on the surface of the concrete. You can use Concreto Green, if you have water shortage as it consumes 25% less water and gives 70% more strength. Note: You can mix Zero M Water Shield with any of the above cement products in given proportions if you want the entire floor to be waterproof.

What is Flooring and Tiling? Flooring is the general term for a permanent covering of a floor or for the work of installing such a floor covering. Tiling refers to the process of laying tiles or slabs of similar shape on roofs, walls or other surfaces such as countertops. Tiles give your home a whole new look, upping its aesthetic quality and adding a new character to it. Importance Throughout its lifetime the floor supports the loads placed on it, together with its own weight. It is also the surface that goes through the most wear and tear and that’s why, choosing the right material is of utmost importance in this stage of construction. Sub-stages of Flooring and Tiling Flooring and Tiling stage is made up of various sub-stages like: Flooring in rooms, bathrooms & toilets Wall tiles in bathrooms, toilets & kitchen Perfect time to start This activity can be carried out at any time of the year. Time required to complete Flooring and Tiling: Approx. 27 days for a 750 sq. ft. home and approx. 36 days for a 1000 sq. ft. home Challenges Procuring, storing and sieving of sand which will be used as flooring bed Solution by Nuvoco Nuvoco has an excellent product that can be used for Tiling Application. Zero M Speedex Tile Adhesive A high performance, non-shrink, tile fixing product with high bond strength. Works on both floor and walls tiles thereby saving labour and material cost.

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