Today’s real estate market is flooded with developers, the market has become stiffly competitive, both residential and commercial property are available at interesting prices. Real estate developers, on the other hand, work restlessly to promote their projects to sell their property, and everything sounds great on the surface. But, if you are buying a property (a home, a flat, or any other commercial property), you need to look well beyond the location, carpet area, and the number of rooms you are getting. An important thing that you need to ensure is that the construction quality meets the highest standards.

How to check the construction quality of a project?

Check out these steps!

Measure the quality and type of soil

How to check construction quality

Knowing the type of soil on which the building is constructed says a lot about the building. Soil type and quality differ from one place to the other, black cotton soil, clay-rich soil are some examples of soils that are never recommended for construction. These types of soils tend to shrink or expand due to moisture or water.

Before beginning any construction activity, a soil test is conducted and buyers have all the freedom to ask for a copy of the soil test from the developer.

Check the strength of concrete and wall thickness

How to check construction quality

The strength of concrete determines how much load a structure can take. Normally, developers are responsible to measure and maintain the quality of concrete, but sometimes it can be tricky to measure the quality of the mix. Some developers make use of ready-mix concrete and this can be a better alternative.

The width of the wall is another important element and this you can find mentioned in the layout agreement. Visit the construction site and check whether the same has been implemented in the construction.

Pro tip: Take your key and press against the wall, if you are able to make a hole in the wall with ease, it is a sign of low-quality material used in the construction. Tap with your knuckles and hear the kind of sound it makes to know about the hollowness of the wall.

Don’t forget to check the safety features

Safety comes first and there are some ways to check how safe a building is to live. Check the stairway, there should be sufficient space for two people to walk alongside, this much space is required in case of emergency. Know about the other safety measures implemented by the developer in the building, earthquake resistance, fire, and/or emergency exit- just to name a few.

How to check construction quality

Plaster and paint quality

Now, it’s time to take a look at the outer walls. If there are some visible cracks, you can question the quality of construction. Moreover, the paint on the wall should be appealing to the eyes, and it helps to improve the longevity of the walls. Every small detail matters when it comes to checking the construction quality.

Elevators

How to check construction quality

Improper installation and poor maintenance are the key reasons why elevator accidents take place, and there have been a few cases in which elevator accidents have proven to be life-threatening. If you are buying a flat and visiting a residential project, check for the elevator ratio. For a single tower, three elevators and one service lift are sufficient. In the case of high-rise buildings, also check the capacity of the elevator.

The ground floor…

Summing it up with the fact that there are many things that are needed to be taken into account while buying a property and construction quality is no exception. Check the construction quality following the above-mentioned points to ensure that the building is safe for you and your loved ones, and you can make a smart buying decision.

Explore the reflective qualities of white

Top 7 tips to make your home look bigger

White it out, and it’s a great start. Coloring your home white (or any shade of white) makes your home look airy and white, it makes your space look calm and serene. White color has amazing reflective qualities, it enhances the cloud-like effect allowing your eyes to travel up, and more importantly, it makes the selling seem higher. Even the most recognizable architects will suggest white for small spaces.

Open the walkways

Look for the accessories and furniture that are blocking the view into a room. Moving out such things from the walkway will open up space and make it look spacious. There are some open furniture options such as a low table, ottoman, an armless open chair that can make spaces look spacious. The more the floor you can see, the larger the room will look.

Multi-functional furniture and hidden storage

You need to be very smart and selective when it comes to furniture and storage spaces. Keeping the small space in mind, there is a wide range of multi-functional furniture and storage spaces that can work wonders to make your home look spacious. Check out the beds and sofa sets that can store and hide things that are unnecessarily occupying space in your home, once such things are stored properly and hidden, you’ll have more space in your home.

Use mirrors wisely

Using mirrors wisely can create a greater sense of openness. Mirrors reflect the light, reflect the view, and they trick the eyes perceive more space. If you are wondering whether mirrors can make a home (or room) look bigger, then the answer is a big YES! You can create a focal point and angle your mirror towards it and the eyes will get the illusion of depth.

Clean and arrange

Keeping your clean and organized is the best way to make your space open and inviting. Keep unwanted things out of sight will spark more joy and the same goes for your walls. Don’t titivate your home walls with plenty of pictures, use a single painting instead. Keep the floor as clean as possible while removing large rugs, this will give your home an open feel.

The bottom line

Making the small space look bigger is about thinking outside the box. Hope these tips will help you and you will be able to create openness in your living space.