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• Contractor


  A general contractor, main contractor, prime contractor, builder, or contractor is responsible for the day-to-day oversight of a construction site, management of vendors and trades, and the communication of information to all involved parties throughout the course of a building project
• Specialty Contractor


  A professional or company that specializes in a specific aspect or trade within the construction industry. Unlike general contractors who oversee and manage entire construction projects, specialty contractors focus on particular areas of expertise, such as plumbing, electrical work, roofing, flooring, HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning), painting, landscaping, and more.
• Specialty Contractors


  • They have specialized training, skills, and equipment relevant to their specific trade
  • They are responsible for executing the detailed tasks associated with their specialty, ensuring that it meets industry standards, local building codes, and the client's requirements
• Purpose of a Contractor


  Contractors are responsible for supplying the necessary equipment, material, labor, and services to complete your project. They hire specialized subcontractors to perform either a portion or all of the work. Contractors use Subcontractor Agreements to protect themselves and the subcontractors they hire
• Guide for hiring a contractor

  1. Define Your Project Scope

  2. Research Contractors

  3. Check Credentials

  4. Review Portfolios

  5. Request References

  6. Get Multiple Bids

  7. Communication and Compatibility

  8. Review Contracts Carefully

  9. Monitor Progress

  10. Final Inspection and Payment
• Purpose of Finishing


  The purpose of finishing in construction or renovation projects is to add the final touches that enhance the aesthetics, functionality, durability, and overall quality of the completed structure.
• Purposes of Finishing

  • Aesthetic Enhancement
  • Protection and Durability
  • Functionality and Comfort
  • Safety and Compliance
  • Sound and Thermal Insulation
  • Customization and Personalization
  • Value Enhancement
• Wall Finishes

  • Plastering
  • Tiling
  • Skirting
  • Wallpaper
  • Painting
  • Dry Linings
  • Molding
  • Architraves
• Ceiling Finishes

  • Plaster Board
  • Plaster Board cove moulding
  • Steel Lathing
  • Plastering
  • Ceiling linings
  • Ceiling tiles
  • Spray plaster
  • Ceiling papers
  • Timber Cladding
  • Expanded Polystyrene Tiles
  • PVC Cladding
  • Ceiling Painting
• Types of wall finishes

  • Plastering
  • Tiling
  • Skirting
  • Wallpaper
• Plastering


  Covering rough surfaces such as walls, columns, ceilings, and other architectural components with a thin coat of plastic mortar to create a smooth, long-lasting surface
• Types of plastering finishes

  • Smooth Coat Finish
  • Sand Faced Finish
  • Rough Cast Plaster Finish
  • Depeter Finish
  • Pebble Dash Plaster Finish
  • Textured Plaster Finish
  • Scrapped Plaster Finish
  • Stucco Plaster Finish
  • Waterproof Plaster Finish
  • Exposed Aggregate Plaster Finish
• Smooth Coat Finish


  A smooth coat finish is accomplished with fine sand and cement to form a mortar mix of 1 part cement to 4-6 parts fine sand
• Sand Faced Finish


  Two coats of sand-faced finish are applied. The initial coat is put in a 12 mm thick 1:4 cement sand mortar. The second coat is applied in a thickness of 8 mm after seven days of cure second coat mortar is made from a 1:1 combination of cement and sand
• Rough Cast Plaster Finish


  Cement, sand, and coarse aggregate are used in the roughcast finish mortar mix. This mortar's ratio is roughly 1: 1.5: 3. The coarse used in mortar range from 3 mm to 12 mm
• Depeter Finish


  Its form of final finish layer of plaster is placed on the surface with a thickness of 12 mm, and the bits of gravel flint are pressed with the hand on the surface while it is still wet
• Pebble Dash Plaster Finish


  After the first layer of plastering, small pebbles or crushed stones of acceptable size (typically ranging from 6 to 20 mm) are utilized as a finishing touch
• Textured Plaster Finish


  A textured finish combines sand, cement, lime, and water with various additions such as fibers and synthetics, acrylics, and even coloring pigments
• Scrapped Plaster Finish


  A 6 to 12 mm thick layer of mortar is used for the scraped finish. The layer of plaster is then scraped at short intervals to a depth of 3 mm with a steel blade or plate
• Stucco Plaster Finish


  A is a form of plaster that produces a high-quality finish. This plaster can be used on both indoor and outdoor surfaces. It's normally applied in three layers, with the total thickness of the plaster being around 25mm
• Tiling


  Providing tiles on walls is called wall dado
• Types of tile finishes

  • Glossy Finish
  • Matte Finish
  • Honed Finish
  • Textured or Rustic Finish
  • Unglazed Finish
• Glossy Finish


  One of the most common, a glossy finish tends to exhibit a sophisticated, glam, and elegant look that brings out a modern and contemporary appeal in your space
• Matte Finish


  As opposed to a glossy and mirror-like finish, the matte finish tiles have a granular and hard surface with a non-reflective backdrop
• Honed Finish


  This finish requires the tiles to be either glazed or unglazed, but in a soft and smooth, satin finish
• Textured or Rustic Finish


  Retaining the raw beauty of the material, a textured finish offers little to no shine - and at the same time, adding depth and dimension to a space
• Unglazed Finish


  Unglazed tiles have an earthy and natural appearance that is devoid of a layer of glaze
• Skirting


  also known as baseboard or mopboard, is a finishing element that is installed along the bottom of interior walls to cover the joint between the wall and the floor
• Types of skirting


  • Bullnose Skirting
  • Continued Skirting
  • Double Layered Skirting
  • Flush Skirting
  • Metal Skirting
  • Wooden Skirting
• Bullnose Skirting


  Bullnose skirting is a type of skirting that features a curved or rounded edge
• Continued Skirting


  Continued skirting, also known as kept skirting, is a type of board that is put in a continuous pattern against walls or staircases
• Double Layered Skirting


  Double-layered skirting is often referred to as two-toned skirting. These types of skirting boards add to the room's detailed design
• Flush Skirting


  The flush skirting board adds a seamless look to the house. In this instance, the floor level is at the same level as the skirting and walls
• Wooden Skirting


  This is the most popular type of skirting, which gives the inside of the house a classy appearance
• Types of wallpaper


  • Liner Wallpaper
  • Printed Wallpaper
  • Vinyl Wallpaper
  • Foil Wallpaper
  • Flock Wallpaper
• Liner Wallpaper


  Also known as lining paper, this type of wallpaper is made from paper or fiberglass. It is effective for hiding wall defects and minimizing repairs, and it can be a base for more delicate wallpaper types
• Printed Wallpaper


  This type is commonly used and available in a wide variety of colors and patterns. The digitally-printed wallpaper is normally cheaper than the hand-printed, and it can be mass-produced, but it could be torn easily
• Vinyl Wallpaper


  This type of wallpaper is composed of printed paper coated with layered vinyl. It is the most commonly used type of wallpaper, currently, because of its high durability
• Foil Wallpaper


  A polished metal foil is used as a base for this type to give the interior space a shiny metallic effect
• Flock Wallpaper


  Flock wallpaper is distinct for its fuzzy three-dimensional patterns, created from a velvet-like fiber that is printed on a base of the paper