Author Archives: pinnacleadmin

How Traffideck can keep bridges and ships safe

Posted on 25th November 2014 by pinnacleadmin

  If you have an outdoor area exposed to the weather such as a bridge, marine deck or boat deck, then you know the importance of weatherproofing and providing an anti-slip surface for safety. Traffideck provides both of these services … Continue reading →

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Top 10 Most Famous Ships of All Time

Posted on 29th October 2014 by pinnacleadmin

1. HMS Victory One of the most famous ships in the history of the Royal Navy (as seen above), Victory was the ship of Horatio Nelson when the British triumphed at the Battle of Trafalgar. Nelson was ultimately killed on … Continue reading →

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5 Reasons Why You Should Choose a Resin Driveway

Posted on 20th October 2014 by pinnacleadmin

  Your driveway is an important part of your house. It is often the first thing a visitor notices when he/she comes to your house. It also needs to stand the weight of heavy cars and offer better grip in … Continue reading →

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The Characteristics of Well Designed Bridges

Posted on 9th October 2014 by pinnacleadmin

Building safe and strong bridges is an art that has been perfected by the likes of Isambard Kingdom Brunel and Joseph Strauss. Whilst famous bridges such as the Golden Gate Bridge may be household names, there are many smaller well-designed … Continue reading →

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Top 4 Benefits of Getting Garden Decking Installed

Posted on 29th September 2014 by pinnacleadmin

Over the past few years, there has been an increasing demand for timber decking in the UK. It has simply become a widespread alternative to hard patios and terraces. The following are the main reasons why many people are going … Continue reading →

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How Ships Have Changed Over The Years

Posted on 19th September 2014 by pinnacleadmin

While the earliest boats date back approximately 10,000 years, they were simple vessels made from tying logs together or hollowing them out. The first real ships are believed to have been created by the Ancient Egyptians, starting around 4000 BC … Continue reading →

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Top 5 Most Expensive Suspension Bridges in History

Posted on 10th September 2014 by pinnacleadmin

Suspension bridges are sophisticated constructions involving a lot of elaborate engineering plans, lengthy preparatory proceedings, both bureaucratic and practical, and precise construction procedures. The results are grandiose: the world’s great suspension bridges are noteworthy landmarks, essential passageways across water and … Continue reading →

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4 Tips That Will Make Moving House Less of a Nightmare

Posted on 2nd September 2014 by pinnacleadmin

Moving house is an ordeal, but it can be made less stressful through planning and by focusing on the positives. By following these four tips, moving can be less of a nightmare. Plan Early Start by setting a budget and … Continue reading →

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Why we Recycle Construction Material and Why You Should Too

Posted on 28th August 2014 by pinnacleadmin

    At present, the vast majority of construction waste ends up in landfills, with approximately 8,000lbs worth of landfill waste produced from the construction of each 2,000 square foot building. Waste generated through construction ranges from basic materials like … Continue reading →

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The Changing World of Playgrounds

Posted on 22nd August 2014 by pinnacleadmin

The world of playgrounds is long and varied. With time came a different ethos of play for children. Here’s a quick history on how things changed. The first playgrounds, as we know them today, took form between 1900-1920. These playgrounds … Continue reading →

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