Review the application of silicate blocks in the construction of the house , features

With this material I faced when I started to build the house.On neighboring sections of this work we started before me, so it is natural that at first I was "made inquiries": how to build and what the neighbors.After gathering all the information, I realized that it is better to use aerated concrete.But just in case, also tried to understand himself, and that's what found out.

It turns out that gas silicate blocks we usually "name-calling" gazobetonosilikatom.In fact - this cellular concrete slabs.And here there is a nuance - they differ in density, so, where and what brand to use - a big difference.Why I settled on this material.First, wood is not as durable as brick - it is not already doing so, as before, a lot of the marriage breaks down.Secondly, the construction time is much reduced.

The attractive gas silicate blocks

• From blocks 500 D can build three-story buildings.By the way, the most demanded brand in the individual building.
• Wide range of products.You can choose the units desired brand (with the desired characteristics in a particular case).
• Standard sizes.There are no blocks, "a little bit more or less."Therefore it is possible to accurately calculate all and to avoid unnecessary operations (fitting, coupling, sealing cracks).
• Assemble "landing" on the glue.Naturally, the on-site will be much less dirt, because only batches which are the solution.And indeed the installation of blocks is faster.
• relatively low weight - hence the reduced pressure on the foundation.Therefore, to him and to the soil requirements are less "strict".
• Due to the cellular structure material is able to "breathe".This has a positive effect on the indoor climate.

application features

• material can not withstand bending.So, you need a tape version of the foundation.Another desirable to use reinforcing surfaces;
• be used in housebuilding aerated concrete with a density lower than 400 kg / m3.A more porous structure is generally used for the insulation layer arrangement;
• thickness of the plates.For home it should be about 30 - 40 cm (depending on what density).If this is a country house where no one lives there permanently, you can use less fat samples;
• material will not sustain long-term processes alternations freezing and thawing.Plus, he is able to partially absorb moisture.Therefore, a reliable waterproofing of all parts of the house;
• finishing work begins only after 4 weeks after the installation of blocks, as the material shrinks.But the work can be done year-round.

I for better home all the blocks after applying waterproofing (waterproofing) also plastered, and on both sides.By the way, I saved on the material - the battle used instead of gravel.Before pouring the concrete floor solution in a garage I poured waterproofing pieces of the damaged unit.

I can tell you one thing.The third year, I live in a new home, and any "claims" to it yet.