|
Concrete Blocks - Hollow Solid Concrete Blocks
Now a days, concrete blocks are becoming very popular for construction needs. Hollow and solid blocks are being widely used in construction of residential buildings, factories and multistoried buildings. Hollow concrete blocks are commonly used in boundary walls due to its cheaper cost. Hollow blocks construction provides facilities for concealing electrical conduit, water and soil pipes. It saves cement in masonry work, bringing down cost of construction very effectively.
|
|
| Click on Image to Enlarge |
Advantages of Concrete Blocks
- High load bearing capacity
- Light weight, resulting in lower dead load on foundation
- Less mortar required
- Faster construction
- Thermal insulation
- "Eco-Friendly" as concrete blocks help conserve valuable agricultural soil alternatively used in clay brick making
|
|
| Types of Blocks |
Available Sizes |
| Hollow Blocks : |
4 x 8 x 16
6 x 8 x 16
8 x 8 x 16
|
| |
|
| Solid Blocks : |
4 x 8 x 16 inch
6 x 8 x 16 inch
8 x 8 x 12
inch |
| |
|
|
|
