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Construction Materials

Find facts for all types of construction materials, including steel, concrete, asphalt,and composits.
  1. Concrete (9)
  2. Natural Materials
  3. Steel (2)

Composite Materials

Everything you need to know about plastics and other composite materials used in construction.

ETFE

ETFE stands for Ethylene Tetrafluoroethylene, a transparent polymer that is used instead of glass and plastic in many modern buildings. Learn more about ETFE.

Exterior Siding Options

Exterior siding options include wood, vinyl, stucco, fiber cement, and stone. Which is best? Here are pros and cons.

History of Asphalt

The history of roads and asphalt presented by About Guide Mary Bellis.

Vinyl Siding

Vinyl siding is popular with builders, but critics raise many concern. Explore the pros and cons of vinyl siding.

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