# Finishing Materials and Systems for Building Applications

- Institution: IIT (BHU) Varanasi
- Department: Architecture
- Teacher: Prof. Aaditya Pratap Sanyal
- Level: Undergraduate
- Language: English
- Subjects: Art, architecture and design
- Source: [NPTEL](https://nptel.ac.in/courses/124106002)
- Licence: [CC BY-NC-SA](https://nptel.ac.in/faq) (Non-commercial use only.)
- Syllabus: [at the source](https://nptel.ac.in/courses/124106002)
- Who can watch: Tweens profiles and older (sources give no ratings; placed by Invisible Network from the source's own words)

The course is designed to provide learners with the fundamental knowledge and skills needed to understand the application of finishing material involved in architectural projects. Participants will delve into both the creative and practical sides of building finishes, gaining insight into the process of selecting suitable treatments that harmonize with design visions while fulfilling technical requirements and staying within budget. Building finishes refer to materials or coatings applied to surfaces such as walls, floors, and ceilings after the main construction is completed. These finishes not only elevate the appearance of a space but also serve important functions—offering protection against wear, weather, and facilitating easy maintenance. Choosing the right finishes calls for a careful balance of artistic judgment and technical knowledge to ensure they achieve aesthetic, functional, and financial goals. Proper material selection enhances user experience and environmental quality by improving durability, reducing maintenance needs, and safeguarding against environmental factors.

Intended audience: Civil Engineering & Architecture students and professionals

## Lectures

1. [Finishing Materials & Their Importance](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/124106002/06bd72848ec7) (YouTube)
2. [Criteria for Selection](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/124106002/2eabe53dcba2) (YouTube)
3. [Traditional Systems](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/124106002/5ebfaf11ea2f) (YouTube)
4. [Surface preparation](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/124106002/5569bf23dd76) (YouTube)
5. [Standards and codes](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/124106002/bac9807abd02) (YouTube)
6. [Surface preparation for Internal wall finishes](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/124106002/455651251fe1) (YouTube)
7. [Plastering](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/124106002/720cea74eef9) (YouTube)
8. [Paints](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/124106002/807546a1d113) (YouTube)
9. [Wall Panelling](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/124106002/3fdc47e52ff4) (YouTube)
10. [Wallpapers](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/124106002/3226022d0cc1) (YouTube)
11. [Material selection criteria](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/124106002/4e76be682c81) (YouTube)
12. [External finishes by Coating](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/124106002/e08ca134267d) (YouTube)
13. [External finishes for Protection](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/124106002/0b92ba6c766e) (YouTube)
14. [Curtain Wall System](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/124106002/f31ee59ae04e) (YouTube)
15. [Facade Detailing](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/124106002/3ead46b31fe8) (YouTube)
16. [Surface Preparation for Flooring](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/124106002/75b29b0fe703) (YouTube)
17. [Frequently Encountered Flooring Materials](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/124106002/4cc7c8ca32e3) (YouTube)
18. [Industrial Flooring Materials](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/124106002/1b629f17d561) (YouTube)
19. [Special Flooring](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/124106002/58ab56e92807) (YouTube)
20. [Flooring in Special Cases](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/124106002/89e5060c6b2e) (YouTube)
21. [Fundamentals of Ceiling Finishes](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/124106002/d1bf53186c1b) (YouTube)
22. [Suspended Ceiling Systems](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/124106002/39eb6bc7ae3c) (YouTube)
23. [Construction Detailing of Suspended Ceilings](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/124106002/5ae449bfa6ee) (YouTube)
24. [Ceiling Finishing Materials](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/124106002/9b91de85a6be) (YouTube)
25. [Coordination & Integration](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/124106002/da2694d8589f) (YouTube)
26. [Roof Finish Requirements](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/124106002/85fb39b46960) (YouTube)
27. [Surface Preparation Techniques](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/124106002/2e7b236b3b85) (YouTube)
28. [Waterproofing Systems](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/124106002/2700231d74c5) (YouTube)
29. [Weather & Solar Protection](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/124106002/757346958790) (YouTube)
30. [Roof Finish Materials](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/124106002/a17c52ef5f55) (YouTube)
31. [Introduction to Finish Defects](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/124106002/49417c6842e8) (YouTube)
32. [Painting Defects](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/124106002/5d0ed7f07252) (YouTube)
33. [Wall & Plastering Defects](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/124106002/cc5ade0a1321) (YouTube)
34. [Tiling & Flooring Defects](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/124106002/562caab42655) (YouTube)
35. [Moisture-Related Defects](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/124106002/6c19a786840c) (YouTube)
36. [Finishes in Specialized Buildings](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/124106002/ffd84171e4d2) (YouTube)
37. [Performance-Based Finishes](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/124106002/a6fbfe66b976) (YouTube)
38. [Historic Building Finishes](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/124106002/1d555228d1da) (YouTube)
39. [Digital Screens & Facades](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/124106002/69b43b67427b) (YouTube)
40. [Concluding Remarks](https://invisiblenetwork.ai/learn/nptel/124106002/985e51164bb0) (YouTube)