08/03/2022
CEMENT HOLLOW BLOCKS:
Cement hollow blocks are innovative building products that are used as substitutes for traditional bricks in building construction. Cement hollow blocks are machine-made and unaffected by weather conditions. They are used extensively for their durability, low cost, speed of construction, and eco-friendliness besides others.
Some advantages of using the cement hollow blocks in construction:
I. Highly durable
One of the major advantages of cement hollow blocks is their high durability. Cement hollow blocks are compacted by high pressure and vibration, which make the blocks very strong and able to withstand a high level of loading. They also have high fire resistance.
II. Cost-effective
One cement hollow block replaces approximately four traditional bricks, and therefore reduces the construction cost. Hollow block construction also requires less mortar and saves labour hours, reducing both mortar and labour costs.
III. Speedy construction
Cement hollow blocks are easy to install due to their uniform size and shape. They also have less weight which facilitates rapid construction work. Even unskilled labourers can easily work with hollow blocks.
IV. Environment-friendly
Cement hollow blocks are very environment-friendly. Unlike traditional brick manufacture, which releases harmful fumes, hollow blocks are machine-made, thus saving our environment.
V. Comfortable interiors
A building made of cement hollow blocks provides comfortable interiors due to thermal insulation. The air in the hollow block does not allow outside heat or cold in the building, keeping your home cool in summer and warm in winter. Hollow blocks also make the building soundproof or at least keep the noise at bay due to the hollow nature of the block.
Conclusion:
Hollow block with its multitude of advantages is an innovative building product which can also be employed for low-cost housing. Hollow blocks are used in the construction of commercial and residential buildings, internal partition walls, and boundary walls, and for architectural decoration.
Source: Building Technology & Ideas LTD
