This is a beginners tutorial on how to use AutoCAD software. Watch this video to learn how the draw a small single dwelling floor plan. Then learn how to dimension it and place it on an A3 sheet. All the files mentioned in this video can be downloaded at this URL: … [Read more...] about AutoCAD Tutorial for Beginners – Draw an Apartment Floor Plan
Colonial Windows
A window that is configured with horizontal and vertical bars to recreate the early colonial style of windows. Effect can be achieved with applied bars adhered to the glass or individually glazed. … [Read more...] about Colonial Windows
Federation Windows
A window that is configured to a style to recreate the early federation style of windows. Can be federation style glazing or profiled wide appearance framing or both. … [Read more...] about Federation Windows
Bogar
A proprietary steel spacer for use with trench mesh in raft slabs beams and strip footings. This spacer is manufactured by Bogar Enterprises. The common application is to space top and bottom trench mesh with the correct design height. It also holds the trench mesh securely so cover is maintained at concrete pour. Bogar spacers are commonly used in the Australian construction … [Read more...] about Bogar
Surcharge
An additional load placed atop existing earth or dead loads. Often used in connection with retaining walls.An extra excessive vertical load or weight caused by spoil, overburden, vehicles, equipment, or activities that may affect stability.An extra and usually excessive burden or supply.To overload or make beyond capacity a sanitary sewer system. If large enough, a surcharge … [Read more...] about Surcharge
What line width where?
What line width (or weight), do I use where, when structural drafting? In CAD, what color should I draw my structural elements. What line definitions suit what application? Below is a basic list which provide answers to these questions. This article should be read in conjunction with the article: Standard colors and line weights in CAD. Drawing … [Read more...] about What line width where?