Clyft Construction Guides
Practical, no-nonsense guides on cement, TMT steel, bricks, AAC blocks, plywood and wires & cables, so you buy the right material the first time.
AAC Blocks vs Red Bricks vs Fly Ash Bricks: Full Comparison
AAC blocks vs red bricks vs fly ash bricks compared on weight, strength, water absorption, insulation and cost, so you can pick the right wall material.
How Many Bricks or Blocks Do You Need? (Per Sq Ft and Per Wall)
How many bricks per square metre and per wall? Quick counts for 9-inch and 4.5-inch brick walls and AAC blocks, plus a worked 10x10 example and mortar tips.
Cement Prices in India (2026): How They Are Set
What decides cement prices in India: brand, grade, GST and quantity. Compare major brands, see why rates swing, and find tips to buy cheaper in 2026.
Concrete Mix Ratio: Cement, Sand and Aggregate for M15, M20, M25
Concrete mix ratio for M5 to M25 explained: nominal mixes, cement bags needed per cubic metre, and a worked example for a residential slab.
Construction Cost Per Sq Ft in India (2026): What Goes Into It
What actually makes up construction cost per sq ft in India: materials, labour and finishes split, what drives costs, and how buying direct can help.
Construction Materials Checklist: Everything You Need to Build a House
A complete construction materials list to build a house, organised by phase, from cement and TMT steel to bricks, plywood, wiring and paint. Plus where to buy each on Clyft, no fake prices.
Electrical Wire Size Guide for Homes: 1.5, 2.5, 4, 6 sq mm
Wire size for house wiring explained: 1.0, 1.5, 2.5, 4, 6 and 10 sq mm copper cable, their ampacity and where each is used in an Indian home. A clear IS 694 guide, no fake prices.
House Wiring Guide for Indian Homes: Circuits, Sizes and Safety
A practical house wiring guide for India: how to split circuits from the distribution board, wire sizes, MCB ratings, earthing, RCCB and single vs three phase. Safe and code-aware, no fake prices.
MCB vs RCCB vs MCCB vs Isolator: Home DB Board Explained
MCB vs RCCB vs MCCB vs isolator explained simply: what each device in your home distribution board protects against, typical ratings, what an RCBO is, and why every home needs an RCCB, not just MCBs.
Plywood Grades: MR vs BWR vs BWP (710) Explained
MR vs BWR vs BWP (710) plywood explained: what the grades mean, the glue and IS codes behind them, thickness options and how to pick the right ply for each room.
Plywood vs MDF vs Particle Board: Which Should You Use?
Plywood vs MDF vs particle board compared on strength, screw holding, moisture resistance, finish and cost, with the best use for furniture, kitchens and panels.
How Much Steel Is Needed for Construction? (Kg per Sq Ft Thumb Rules)
How many kg of steel per sq ft for RCC construction, thumb rules by building type and by member (slab, beam, column, footing), plus why a bar bending schedule is the accurate source.
TMT Steel Grades Explained: Fe415 vs Fe500 vs Fe500D vs Fe550
Fe415 vs Fe500 vs Fe500D vs Fe550 TMT steel grades compared: yield strength, ductility and IS 1786 rules, plus which grade and bar diameter to pick for your build.
TMT Steel Price in India (2026): How It Is Priced
How TMT steel price in India is actually calculated: per kg, quintal or tonne, brand, grade, diameter, daily market rate and GST, with live prices on Clyft.
OPC vs PPC vs PSC Cement: Which Is Best for Your House? (2026 India Guide)
OPC vs PPC vs PSC cement compared: strength, setting time, IS codes and best use for your house. A clear 2026 India buying guide, no fake prices.
