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Light Gauge Steel Frames – Building Extensions That Are Quick & Quiet
Light gauge steel construction, also known as cold-formed steel construction or LGSC, is a modern construction method that involves using thin, lightweight steel sections to create various structural and non-structural elements in buildings. Al Manaratain introduced light gauge steel construction to Bahrain in 2019 after more and more customers came to us expressing the need for…
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Ready-Mix Concrete vs. Mix-On-Site Concrete: Choosing The Right Option For Your Project
When working on a concrete construction project, one of the crucial decisions to make is the type of concrete to utilise. The two primary options available are ready-mix concrete – which arrives at the site pre-mixed in those distinctive trucks with rotating drums – and mix-on-site concrete, also know as ‘dry mix concrete’. Al Manaratain…
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The Benefits Of Sustainable Building Practices For Bahrain
‘Sustainability’ is one of those words that in 2023 feels like you hear every day. No matter what country or industry you’re based in, sustainability is something we’re all being urged to consider both in our personal and professional lives. This goes doubly for those involved in construction, with sustainable building practices having become the…
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5 Tips For Maintaining & Extending The Lifespan Of Concrete Paving Products
Al Manaratain has been manufacturing concrete building materials since 1959 and you can find our concrete paving products all over Bahrain, from the Manama souq to the streets of Riffa. We take pride in seeing our interlock paving continue to stand the test of time but while Al Manaratain building materials have always been designed…
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What’s The Effect Of Heat On Concrete Building Structures?
The construction and maintenance of concrete building structures always requires a lot of planning and work. However, building and maintaining concrete structures in hot climates presents its own set of challenges. Why is this? Well, it’s all due to the negative impacts that heat can have on concrete. Heat can make the process of building…
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Why Choose Prefab Steel Buildings & Frame Extensions? Top 7 Reasons
When you’re looking to erect a structure that’s modular, sturdy, and economically efficient, choosing to use Al Manaratain light gauge steel construction to construct prefab steel buildings is a practical and affordable choice. Read below to find out exactly how light gauge steel construction will be of benefit to you in 5 crucial ways. Simple…
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7 Benefits Of Using Washed Sand In Construction Projects
In 1978, Al Manaratain opened our sand and aggregate washing plant. In 1984 we introduced double-washed sand and aggregate to greatly improve the quality with the assistance of a 75,000 US Gallon water purification plant located on our Tashan and Eker sites. Since then, Al Manaratain washed sand has come to be relied upon for…
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Polished vs Sealed Concrete Floors- What’s the Difference?
More often than not, people don’t think there is a difference between polished vs sealed concrete floors. After all, at first glance both these concrete products can look very similar. This means that trying to differentiate between the two can feel like playing a very tough game of spot the difference. Although polished vs sealed…
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Al Manaratain FAQ: How Long Do Concrete Pavers Last?
A frequently asked question we always get asked here at Al Manaratain is: How long do concrete pavers last? This is a great question as the lifespan of products that construction companies in Bahrain use can vary greatly. In short, concrete pavers and concrete paving blocks usually last anywhere from 50 – 100 years. However,…
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