MATERIALS
MATERIAL SELECTION
PROBLEMS
Material Defects or Damage: Materials that are delivered broken or that get damaged while being shipped or stored can cause delays and cost more.
Material Performance Issues: Materials might not live up to expectations when it comes to how long they last, how well they fight fire, or how well they block noise.
Sustainability Concerns: Materials might not meet the standards for sustainability because they store too much energy or don't have enough recycling content.
Compatibility Issues: Incompatibility between different materials during construction can result in installation issues or structural deficiencies.
Availability or Price Fluctuations: If the market changes, products may not be available at all times or their prices may go up, which could throw off the project plan and budget.
OUR SOLUTION
To keep materials from being damaged or defective, use a thorough quality control method that includes checking with suppliers and checking materials on-site.
To cut down on damage during shipping, make sure that sellers use the right packing and handling methods.
Keep extra of the things you need on hand in case something goes wrong or takes longer than expected.
Before you start building, you should test the items carefully to make sure they meet the requirements.
Work with sources you can trust and who have a history of giving you good supplies.
To keep things from going wrong, important contracts should include clear standards for success.
When you can, choose things that have a lot of recycled content and not a lot of energy built into them.
Think about environmentally friendly choices like approved wood or materials that come from nearby.
For a more sustainable method, think about the costs over the whole lifecycle, including any upkeep that might be needed.
Use matching charts that are easy to find or ask the people who make the materials for help.
Order materials ahead of time, especially those that are important, to make sure they are available and maybe even get better deals.
Foundations
Concrete is a clear choice because it lasts a long time, can hold a lot of weight, and doesn't get damaged by the weather. It provides a strong base for the whole building, making sure that the library will be able to withstand a lot of different weather conditions over its lifetime.
Reinforcing steel
Grade 60 Rebar: This high-strength steel is great for making the concrete base stronger. Because it has a high tensile strength, it helps keep the building's structure from cracking. For better corrosion protection in the base parts, we'll also choose steel that has been galvanized.
Structured frame
Using precast concrete blocks speeds up the building process and reduces the amount of work that needs to be done on-site. They give the building the strength it needs to stay standing and can be pre-finished to match the style of the building, which cuts down on the need for extra work to be done on the outside.
Brick Cladding: Brick cladding is a material that looks good and works well. Bricks are great for building outside walls because they last a long time, don't get damaged by weather, and keep heat in. We will pick bricks that are a nice colour and texture and fit with the general design goal of the library.
Metal Roof with Single-Ply Membrane: : A metal roof lasts a long time and keeps out the weather. We are going to put a single-ply fabric under the metal pieces to make them better at sealing out heat and saving energy.
5/8" Thick Gypsum Plasterboard: This fire-resistant plasterboard is often used for ceilings and walls. The 5/8" thickness protects well against impact, and the Level 5 finish makes the surface smooth and paintable for a clean, professional look inside.
Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) Floor: LVT flooring is a good choice for some parts of the library because it is both useful and attractive. It lasts a long time, doesn't slip, and isn't too hard to keep clean. We can make a learning space that looks good and works well by using a lot of different styles and colors.
Aluminum Framed Windows with Double Glazing: These windows offer superior structural stability, durability, and weather resistance. Double glazing provides great thermal insulation, lowering the amount of energy used to heat and cool the library.
These choices of materials put sturdiness, usefulness, and cost-effectiveness first, while also taking into account how the new library learning centre for King Egbert should look. We'll be in close contact with builders, engineers, and suppliers to make sure that all of the materials meet the needs of the project and help make the learning place useful and nice to look at.