Now there are many new materials that are actively used in the construction of residential buildings. Among them, a special place is occupied by gas silicate blocks. It is unreasonable to contrast them with the usual brick, but it is necessary to know about the advantages and disadvantages of everyone, so that based on specific circumstances and opportunities, make an adequate choice.
Is gas -winging blocks really so good as manufacturers say?
As the practice of operation showed, this environmentally friendly material is really suitable for the construction of buildings for various purposes, including with low -rise housing. But this is only if the technology is observed not only by the construction of walls, but also to finishing work.
Warm and comfortable houses are made of gas silicate blocks, if material with a sufficiently high density is used — 600 kg/m3. This is exactly what should be used in the construction of external walls. You should take care that the seams have a minimum size, while saving, replacing a special glue with a solution of sand and cement, do not need. Although the first two rows are recommended to be laid on it.
The creation of a favorable microclimate in such a house is facilitated by the porosity of the material that allows it to «breathe». But the use of unsuitable insulation or finishing materials will contribute to the appearance of dampness and unpleasant odors in the house.
The house made of gas silicate is built really quickly and does not require special qualifications from the masters, but this is only if they have perfect geometry, which means that,
made at a large enterprise whose products are not the cheapest.
What is special in the house of brick?
Environmental friendliness, strength and durability of such buildings are not in doubt. In addition, they:
Have good sound insulation;
Resistant to fire;
Are not exposed to natural factors, as well as mold, different fungi and malicious insects;
They can have almost any form, which allows architects and designers to use different styles, mixing them and complementing them, creating really original objects.
But these materials have other qualities that you need to know and take into account so that the construction of brick houses will bring only joyful sensations. For example, this material does not have a very high level of heat saving, but this problem is solved by the use of hollow bricks or use additional insulation.
There are many other features that you should know about during the construction of a house made of brick or gas silicate blocks. Therefore, the construction is the best to entrust professionals. They understand this issue and will be able to build a cozy house, which will then not present the owners of “surprises”.