Month: February 2017

How to commence pointing of masonry walls from start to finish.     1.The beginning involves use of masons hammer and chisel to shape out the stone joints to an even line. 2.Water is poured on the stones to enable smooth binding between existing stone and new mortar.   The gaps in between are deepened…

How to identify the difference between architectural and structural engineering drawings.       Structural drawing sample     Architectural drawing sample           Visual identification.   Structural engineering drawings are easily identified from their mostly line work drawings. Architectural drawings have other features such as room furniture, bathroom and kitchen fixtures…