CEMENT:- Cement, as a binding material, is a very important building material. Almost every construction work requires cement. Therefore, the composition of cement is a matter of great interest to engineers. Cement is one of the oldest binding materials used for construction. Be it buildings, bridges, skyscrapers, subways, or pipelines, good quality cement is paramount...<a href="https://impressivearchitecture.com/2022/05/28/properties-and-uses-of-cement/" class="epl-more-link">Read More→</a>
Category: MATERIALS
Comparison of Red Clay Bricks and Fly Ash Bricks
Comparison of Red Bricks and Fly Ash Bricks Properties Red Bricks/Clay Bricks Fly Ash Bricks Remarks Density 1600-1750 kg/m3 1700-1850 kg/m3 Higher load-bearing Compressive strength 30-35 kg/cm2 90-100 kg/cm2 Higher load-bearing Absorption 15-25% 10-14% Less dampness Dimensional stability Very low tolerance High tolerance Saving in mortar up to 25% Wastage during...<a href="https://impressivearchitecture.com/2022/05/16/comparison-of-red-clay-bricks-and-fly-ash-bricks/" class="epl-more-link">Read More→</a>
Difference Between Red Clay Bricks And Fly Ash Bricks
Difference Between Red Clay Bricks And Fly Ash Bricks: 1- Fly Ash bricks are cast in moulds hence are always of uniform shape. Clay bricks are handmade causing a slight difference in their shape and size. 2- Clay bricks are more porous than Fly ash bricks. 3- Fly ash bricks are lighter in weight and...<a href="https://impressivearchitecture.com/2022/05/16/difference-between-red-clay-bricks-and-fly-ash-bricks/" class="epl-more-link">Read More→</a>
Fly ash brick
Fly ash brick Fly ash brick (FAB) is a building material, specifically masonry units, containing class C or class F fly ash and water. Compressed at 28 MPa (272 atm) and cured for 24 hours in a 66 °C steam bath, then toughened with an air-entrainment agent, the bricks last for more than 100 freeze-thaw cycles....<a href="https://impressivearchitecture.com/2022/05/16/fly-ash-brick/" class="epl-more-link">Read More→</a>
Advantages and Disadvantages of Hoffmann kiln
Advantages and Disadvantages of Hoffmann kiln Hoffmann kilns is the most commonly used kiln in the production of bricks and some other ceramic products. It is patented by German Friedrich Hoffmann for brick making in the year 1858. Hoffmann kiln is v… Uses of Brick Brick plays a very important role in the field of...<a href="https://impressivearchitecture.com/2022/05/16/advantages-and-disadvantages-of-hoffmann-kiln/" class="epl-more-link">Read More→</a>
Classification of Bricks Based on Region
Classification of Bricks Based on Region Based on the region bricks are of the following kinds: 1. Cream City Bricks: These bricks are from Milwaukee, Wisconsin. 2. London Stock: These bricks are used in London. 3. Dutch: These are from the Netherlands. 4. Nanak Shahi Bricks: These are from India. 5. Roman: These are used...<a href="https://impressivearchitecture.com/2022/05/16/classification-of-bricks-based-on-region/" class="epl-more-link">Read More→</a>
Classification of Bricks Based on Shape
Classification of Bricks Based on Shape Based on shape bricks are of the following kinds: 1. Bullnose Brick: These bricks are moulded into round angles. They are used for rounded quoin. 2. Airbricks: These bricks contain holes to circulate air. They are used on suspended floors and cavity walls. 3. Channel Bricks: They are moulded...<a href="https://impressivearchitecture.com/2022/05/16/classification-of-bricks-based-on-shape/" class="epl-more-link">Read More→</a>
Classification of Bricks Based on Their Using
Classification of Bricks Based on Their Using There are many uses of bricks Based on the purpose of their use bricks are of the following kinds: 1. Common Bricks: These bricks are the most common bricks used. They don’t have any special features or requirements. They have low resistance, low quality, and low compressive strength....<a href="https://impressivearchitecture.com/2022/05/16/classification-of-bricks-based-on-their-using/" class="epl-more-link">Read More→</a>
Classification of Bricks Based on Weather-resisting Capability
Classification of Bricks Based on Weather-resisting Capability Based on weather-resisting capability bricks are of the following kinds: 1. Severe Weather Grade: These types of bricks are used in countries which are covered in snow most of the time of year. These bricks are resistant to any kind of freeze-thaw actions. 2. Moderate Weather Grade: These...<a href="https://impressivearchitecture.com/2022/05/16/classification-of-bricks-based-on-weather-resisting-capability/" class="epl-more-link">Read More→</a>
Classification of Bricks Based on Using Location
Classification of Bricks Based on Using Location Based on using location bricks are of the following kinds: 1. Facing Brick: The façade material of any building is known as facing brick. Facings bricks are standard in size, are stronger than other bricks and also have better durability. The colour is red or brown shades to...<a href="https://impressivearchitecture.com/2022/05/16/classification-of-bricks-based-on-using-location/" class="epl-more-link">Read More→</a>