Tag: house building
How does a septic tank work?
All housing must be connected to the public sewerage network or have an individual sewerage system, all-water pit or micro-station, for the treatment of waste water – the septic tank…
Cordwood: what is it?
the drink cordé is a construction technique based on logs imported from Canada. Its name comes from the “chord”, an ancient unit of measurement for firewood. The walls are mounted…
Wood concrete to decarbonize the constructions of tomorrow
Faced with climate challenges, the construction sector now has a new construction system to replace traditional concrete. Called TimberRoc, the latter is a wood concrete that uses sawmill co-products and…
A kit house to assemble yourself like a Lego!
Like the famous small Danish bricks, Gablok insulated wooden blocks allow you to self-build a wooden frame house by stacking them on top of each other. A unique building system.…
Self-construction: a kit house to assemble yourself like a Lego!
Like the famous small Danish bricks, Gablok insulated wooden blocks allow you to self-build a wooden frame house by stacking them on top of each other. A unique building system.…
Longrine: what is it?
A sill is a structural element arranged horizontally. In construction, the word designates both a beam in concrete used as a foundation than the reinforcement used to build it. A…
Low consumption house: what is it?
A low-energy house (BBC) is designed to minimize energy needs in order to reduce emissions of greenhouse gas. The criteria were initially defined in 2005, with a label issued by…
Glass mat: what is it?
The glass mat is a composite material serving as reinforcement fibrous. It is made of glass filaments non-woven, discontinuously arranged. The glass fibers are the same length and form a…
Roof windows: towards a more sustainable future?
Bringing natural light and renewing the interior air, roof windows play an essential role in furnished attics. Designed in a sustainable approach, they contribute to our well-being and our health.…