A Look At Modern Construction Techniques & How They Are Helping Efficiency In The Construction Industry

The commercial construction industry has undergone many changes in modern times with a big push into offsite and modular construction. New construction techniques are an integral part of commercial construction, and play a major role in the amount of time it takes to complete a project. The use offsite and modular construction is quickly becoming more popular with contractors due to the time savings that result. Modular construction...

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Construction Safety US vs UK
Oct22

Construction Safety US vs UK

When it comes to safety in the construction workplace, the Rand center for safety and Health in the workplace has previously concluded that if you are working within the construction industry in the US or UK, The UK is the place to be. Statistics show that about eight construction workers out of every 100,000 die on the job each year, which sounds like a relatively good figure, until you look at the figures in Britain which looks to...

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European Clothing Gaining Popularity In The US

The United States has often found itself in a quandary regarding style, architecture, and art. Perhaps with the advent of jazz, a uniquely American music form, the states began to develop some of their own sense of style. However it cannot be denied that UK and European clothing is still a mainstay in the US, with popularity growing as designers fro “abroad” become more tuned in to American tastes and budgets. Clothing companies such...

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Bootcamps And Weight Loss In The USA
Nov24

Bootcamps And Weight Loss In The USA

The television reality show, “The Biggest Loser” has triggered a passion for what some may call “extreme” weight loss challenges. In the United States, this means that many people have joined weight loss boot camps. Whether these are centered at a local gym, neighborhood association, or in coordination with nationwide retreats, the boot camp appears to be here to stay. If you visit one of these facilities, you will find that the U.S....

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The Difference Between US And UK Lawn Companies
Aug19

The Difference Between US And UK Lawn Companies

Lawn care companies vary in some of the services they provide, and have other services in common, whether they are in the US or the UK. A full service lawn care provider will be tasked with the responsibility of assessing the needs of each individual garden and assuring the health of said garden. This will mean regular, seasonal treatment for pests and weeds, as well as the proper amounts of fertilizers. Specialists on both continents...

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Should You Install Your Own Cladding?

With summer in full swing, many people are working in their gardens with various building projects. Maybe some are building a storage shed, while others are building a workshop. At some point, you’ll want to finish the outside of your structure. At this point, should you install your own cladding? The truth is, if you can read instructions, you probably will do just fine. Here are some tips for installing cladding on your own. Use...

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