Bamboo is versatile with a short growth cycle.

It can be harvested in 3-5 years versus 10-

50 years for most softwoods and hardwoods. Bamboo is the fastest growing plant on this
planet. It grows one third faster than the fastest growing tree. Some species grow as much
as four feet a day. Thanks to its rapid growth, the yield (weight per acreage and year) is up
to 25 times higher than that of timber.

How long these bamboos will houses last?

A bamboo house will last as long as or longer than any conventional wood framed building.
In Japan, bamboo structures have a history of lasting 200 years. In Vietnam, bamboo
structures built with untreated bamboo poles of the same species used in our buildings are
over 50 years old. These poles are used for telephone and power lines.

Bamboo Houses are designed to exceed seismic and hurricane requirements of international
building codes. Steel reinforced bamboo brace panels are used in each building and then
bolted securely to engineered foundations. Now we have real evidence from the Cook
Islands, of just how well Bamboo houses held up against 173 mph hurricane winds and
tsunami like waves, compared to nearby conventional wood frame resorts which were
demolished.

The roof of traditional Malay houses are designed to provide shade and protection from heat
and rain, as well as to provide ventilation. The basic design of a roof on a Malay house
is gabled roof, an extended frame with ornaments on the edges of the roof. The vernacular
Malay roof is best suited for hot and humid tropical climates. An example of the gabled roof
can be found in the design of Rumah Lipat Kajang. However a pyramidal styled pitched roof
can also be found on houses such as the Palembang Rumah Limas.
In Riau and Jambi there are several different styles, especially of the roof design. The
Rumah Lancang or Rumah Lontik have curved roof with boat-like structure on stilts.[2] The
design somehow similar to Minang Rumah Gadang. The Rumah Lipat Kajang have flat roof
structure with crossing edges forming "x" pinnacle on corners of the roof. The larger
structure with similar crossed corner roof is called Rumah Limas. This type of roof and
structure often used in palaces of Malay kings as well as government buildings. The Rumah
Limas is also known as the traditional house of South Sumatra and Sundanese West Java,
although they have same "Rumah Limas" name, the design is slightly different. The modern
government and public buildings often based on Malay style roof design, such as
government buildings in Riau and Jambi, as well as the roof design of Muzium
Negara in Kuala Lumpur.
Rumah Lontik with curved roof and boat-like structure. 

Column: Slats. These wood-slatted columns tread lightly on this outdoor living space while defining it as an
intimate room. The space between the slats gives an impression of lightness, with the steel frame barely perceptible
underneath. As a result of careful design, the columns here look as much like deliberate pieces of architecture as
structural requirements.

Drywall is easier to repair

In a similar fashion, drywall is as durable as plaster, but in the case of damages such as chips,
cracks and holes, drywall is easier and quicker to repair, not to mention cheaper. That is why drywall
is preferred over plaster by a lot of businessmen and commercial building owners. Additionally,
drywall is also fire-resistant because it is made from a tough material (gypsum) which prevents the
spreading of fire in the entire building. As a result, the owner of the building will have more peace of
mind if he installs drywall and his property will be safer too.

Drywall can be mold-resistant and moisture-resistant

Another excellent advantage of drywall is the simple fact that it can be fully customized according to
the needs and preferences of the clients. For example, those who are concerned about the growth of
mold in their commercial buildings should go for drywall which is mold resistant. Also, other types of
drywall are moisture resistant as well and they can protect the property just as well.

Drywall can be soundproofed as well

Nothing can be better than having a soundproofed property. Business owners who like to work in
their offices without being bothered by street noises should invest in drywall that is soundproofed.
This product ensures the silence and quietness in the property and it does not cost a fortune.

Drywall is energy-efficient
Every business owner wants to pay less for his energy bill and thanks to drywall, this is entirely
possible nowadays. This great construction material provides a lot of insulation power and as a
result, the heat remains in the building during cold winters and the coolness as well in hot summers.
Although the energy savings are quite small at first, clients will find out the true value of drywall in
the long run when they will have already saved a substantial amount of money.

It is faster to build using drywall

In comparison with other construction materials such as plaster, drywall is much easier to build with
and this is one big reason why so many businessmen and company owners prefer it. Building with
drywall is actually 5 to 8 times faster than using other construction materials. As a result,
businessmen and company owners can save a lot of time and the productivity in their buildings won’t
be affected during the renovation process.

Drywall feature smooth surfaces

Drywall is also aesthetically pleasing and it will fit perfectly in any company or building. It features a
crack-free, smooth, seamless surface that looks very elegant and attractive in any office and its
aesthetic value will help the employees and workers enjoy working in a beautiful environment.
Drywall is recyclable
These construction materials can be used again in the future and using them to renovate a company
or commercial building is highly recommended. Not only that the clients who choose drywall as
construction materials can help save the environment, but they will also be seen as contributing
positively towards the green movement because they use eco-friendly products in their companies.

If you want to take advantage of all the benefits and advantages drywall offer then you need to hire a
professional commercial drywall contractor who can install them in your commercial building.
Contact us today, speak with one of our specialists and let us take care of this job at an affordable
price.

1) Appearance –  Before drywall , most homes and building relied on plaster walls. Plaster was a
time consuming process, that was often hard to perfect. Then came drywall, which made wall
construction in buildings and homes much easier. Not only was the process quicker, but the walls
and ceilings were much more attractive. The possibilities of good drywall installation were endless
and it soon became a highly desired part of any home. Most will agree that properly installed
drywall is simply beautiful. Homes that install drywall in place of other materials can also see an
increase in the value of their home, because of it.

2) Energy Efficiency- Although there have been other types of materials used for walls in the past,
nothing comes close the the energy efficiency of drywall. Drywall helps improve insulation and
helps to retain room temperature much better than any alternatives, such as paneling.

3) Fire Resistance – Not only is using drywall better for your energy bills, but is much more fire
resistant than other alternatives. This means that fire will not generally spread as quick and can
better contain fires, which could save your home. More importantly, it could save your life.It has
minerals called Gypsum.

4) Cost and Up Keep – Although drywall is by far the most attractive choice for your home, it is
also one of the most cost efficient choices. Drywall is affordable for anyone, looking to beautify
their home or office. Changing the look of a room is as simple as painting the walls. With other
materials, entire sections may need to be replaced, if not the entire walls. Drywall repair is also
readily available with companies like ours, and can sometimes even be done yourself.  Drywall
repair  techniques can quickly remedy damage to walls, without having to replace entire sections.
So both installation and upkeep of your walls are easy on your wallet, when using drywall.

Choose moisture-resistant drywall -- often referred to as "greenboard" because it is

green -- for humid areas such as bathrooms and laundry rooms. If you are concerned
about mold, consider a mold-resistant drywall. This wallboard is also moisture-resistant
but gives you added protection against the growth of mold and mildew.

Mold-resistant drywall is coated with fiberglass to prevent mold growth

natural dry-stone retaining wall - A retaining wall is a structure that holds or retains soil behind
it. There are many types of materials that can be used to create retaining walls like concrete
blocks, poured concrete, treated timbers, rocks or boulders. Some are easy to use, others have
a shorter life span, but all can retain soil.
Advantages of Bamboo as a Building Material
 Bamboo is easy to cut, handle, repair, reposition and maintain, without the
need for sophisticated tools or equipment.
 Because of its extraordinary physical characteristics, Guadua bamboo
is suitable for all types of structures and constructions.
 Bamboo is non-polluting and does not have crusts or parts that can be
considered waste. Instead of adding to the problems of polluting land-fills like
conventional building waste, any part of the bamboo that is not used is recycled
back into the earth as fertilizer or can be processed as bamboo charcoal.
 Its circular form and hollow sections make bamboo a light building material,
which is easy to handle, transport and store. Therefore, building with bamboo
saves time.
 Bamboo can be utilized for permanent and for temporary constructions.
 In each of its nodes, bamboo has a dividing or transverse wall that maintains
strength and allows bending thus preventing rupturing when bent. Because of
this fantastic characteristic a bamboo construction offers superior earthquake-
resistance.
 The composition of the fibers in the walls of the bamboo allows it to be cut
length-wise or cross cut in pieces of any length, using simple manual tools like
the machete.
 The natural surface of the bamboo is smooth, clean, with an attractive color
which does not require painting, scraping or polishing.
 Besides being used as a structural element, bamboo can also serve other
functions, such as: flooring, wall paneling, water pipes, drainage, and furniture.
 Another advantage of building with bamboo is, that it can be used in
combination with other types of construction materials, like reinforcing
materials for foundations.
 Strength and Durability: Bamboo is heartier than oak and stronger than steel.
It is flexible and lightweight, and is water-resistant, minimizing the risk for
warping  and
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 Affordability: It is easily grown and harvested, making it one of the most cost
effective construction materials available .
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 Internal Uses for Bamboo:

 Flooring
 Support columns
 Electrical wire coverings
 Interior walls
 Eco-friendly products for kitchen and bath
External Uses of Bamboo:

 Structural frames
 Corner posts
 Girders
 Joists
 Studs
 Braces
 Tie beams
 King posts
 Purlins
 Ridgepoles
 Rafters
 Sheathing
 Roofing
 Exterior walls