Yearly Archives: 2009

You are here:

Home
2009

How to mix concrete

How To'sBy admin December 12, 2009 3 Comments

Concrete is one of the most simple and best known building materials and probably the most vital for the strength of the constructions of your building, parking lot, patio, garden wall, paths etc. That is why it is important to know how to properly mix and pour concrete.

Concrete contains only the following ingredients: cement (Portland), gravel, sand and water. When cement is mixed with water a chemical reaction takes place. The cement does not simply “dry” it reacts with the water binding the materials in a concrete mix firmly together and harden into an incredibly strong rock like mass. Read more about How to Mix concrete

Renovating to Sell

Renovating in BulgariaBy admin December 2, 2009

Many property buyers in Bulgaria look to renovate an old property in Bulgaria to make it a home to live in or to resell it. In this post we will try to look at the best way to approach buying a run down old Bulgarian property with the intention to resale. Many of the points would be valid too if you are buying such a property for you and your family. Read more about: "Renovating to Sell"

Renovating in Bulgaria

Renovating in BulgariaBy admin November 23, 2009

To renovate an old Bulgarian house is in general cheaper than building a new property. This depends on a couple of factors like purchase price and the cost of renovation – the volume of works to be done and materials used. When renovating an old Bulgarian property you will be rewarded with a home full of charm and character. Read more about: “Renovating in Bulgaria“

Common terms used by tradesmen

Builder's TalkBy admin November 4, 2009 Leave a comment

Many householders employ a builder without understanding what is needed to be done. The proerty owners feel ignorant of joinery, building, electrics or plumbing. We believe that good firms should try not to baffle, confuse or mislead their customers, and so this simple jargon-buster has been put together to help people understand some of the more commonly used phrases. Click here to read more about: Understanding builder’s talk

How to find a good builder in Bulgaria

How to find a Builder in BulgariaBy admin November 4, 2009

What to expect when looking for a builder in Bulgaria for a renovation project or new construction. The builder, like the architect and owner, is one of the three most important team members when it comes to a home addition, renovation or new home project. Finding and hiring the right builder for you is critical in ensuring the project’s success. Read on for ideas that will help you pick a home builder that you can work with. Read more about: “How to find a good builder in Bulgaria“

Bathroom design

Interior DesignBy admin October 28, 2009

The bathroom should be a place in which you can feel at peace and relax. In a lot of homes, it seems that the original designers squeezed the bathroom into the smallest possible space – as if they considered it a necessary evil. You may be lucky enough to be designing a new home, an extension to include a bathroom or upgrading a property which has never had the proper facilities. Any of these allow you to greatly influence the size and layout of the bathroom in your home. Even if you are remodelling an existing bathroom and are restricted to the physical size of the room, you may be able to work wonders.

How to choose the right type of paint

Building tips and tricksBy admin October 25, 2009

Generally there are two types of paints. Alkyd (oil) and polymer paints. . Alkyd paint is suitable for painting wood, metal and plastic. Applying prime on the wall before painting it is a must. In practice, after the ground coat is applied, the surface needs to be cleaned from the dust and then a very thin paint should be applied on the wall. The lack of primer could ruin the ground coat. Paints for different premises are of same base but they differ by their additional components – latex, teflon, silicone, etc.

Building drywalls with plasterboard

Building tips and tricksBy admin October 23, 2009

There are a few types of plasterboard available in Bulgaria. All are made from aerated gypsum plaster – hence the Bulgarian name “GypsCarton”, and are covered both sides with strong paper. The standard sheet of plasterboard in most merchants in Bulgaria has a grey paper back and ivory coloring on the front facing side. The standard size is 12.5 mm (thickness), although different dimensions are available.

Drainage in Bulgarian Villages

Building tips and tricksBy admin October 20, 2009

While the drainage facilities in the Bulgarian cities and towns are well developed things doesn’t look like this in most Bulgarian villages. Drainage problems will not always manifest themselves immediately and the failure to tackle your drainage issues can result in costly remedial measures, which could have been avoided through diligent planning in the first instance. Read more about Drainage in Bulgarian Villages

Potential of Renovation

Building ServicesBy admin October 18, 2009

Before buying a property in need of renovation in Bulgaria we strongly recommend contacting an experienced builder in advance to get a full picture of what you are about to undertake. A builder will point out any major structural defects and could save you thousands in the long run. He will be able to provide you with potentially better layouts or ideas that will enhance the value of your home.