The analysis reviews the owners of houses of lightweight aggregate concrete blocks , all the pros and cons

More and more of our fellow citizens are trying to independently solve their housing problems, not relying on the mercy of the officials.The growing number of developers in the market has caused the influx of new materials, many of which we have a very vague concept.The natural desire to build quickly and cheaply draws attention to the products of artificial stone.Their range is quite impressive, so will dwell on only one representative of this type of building materials - lightweight aggregate.

Since this article focuses on the analysis of reviews of those already in practice, check the relevant information that can be found in advertising, the real situation, it is necessary to bring all the reviews of the owners of houses of lightweight aggregate concrete blocks, both laudatory and negative, and the conclusionslet the reader make himself.

Arguments "FOR»

Low costs on

To make this obvious, give the comparative cost of 1 m3 of masonry (in rubles) of some materials:

• claydite - 2250;
• foam - 2 650;
• brick - 5 500.

Although it is indicative prices, but the general idea they give.

Versatility

masonry is understood that it is possible to use either a traditional solution based on cement, or adhesive (special).While, for example, blocks of only gazosilikata bonded with a special adhesive.

Simple technology

First , this is due to the same (if the products are not "handicraft" production of) dimensions of the blocks.

Second , the relatively small weight of product eliminates the need for lifting mechanisms.For example, the unit "standard" full-bodied wall weighs about 25 kg (390 x 190 x 188).Slotted, walls - and even less.Read more about the production process and the necessary equipment for lightweight aggregate concrete blocks.

At the same time, there is some difficulty in processing keramsit.To cut it, you will need a saw with teeth of pobedita.

block structure allows the walls to "breathe»

This is sufficient water vapor permeability of the material.Therefore, atmosphere in the house will be kept at a constant level with minimum additional cost.

good performance

Yes keramzitobloki characterized by frost and moisture resistance, they "keep" the heat in the house.There are a number of attractive options.But if you see reviews of other building materials, and then they said almost the same thing.Probably all a matter of choosing the right products in relation to climate characteristics (critical temperature, humidity, and so on).

Arguments "AGAINST»

This material fasteners poorly kept

all depends on the characteristics of the particular block (eg, density) and select the type of fixture.For example, anchor bolts are perfectly suited for foam blocks, and they have a porous structure.Although the complexity of the mount-on components can not be completely denied, but, for example, dowels in the material are held securely.

Walls of keramsit look "unpresentable»

And while this is true, it is worth noting (for the sake of objectivity), which often have to decorate and structure, built from other materials.So this "minus" more relative.Typically, developers are choosing the least expensive option - finish decorative plaster.What

consider

Even similar products from different manufacturers has its own characteristics.This is due to several factors:

• degree of deterioration of the equipment involved in the processing chain.On this depends, for example, the accuracy of his "adjustment" and as a result - the corresponding linear block parameters stated;
• production technology.This applies not only to the equity ratio of the components in the mixture is prepared, and their characteristics - size of granules of expanded clay, cement brand, and so on, which has a direct impact on such factors as the acoustic, thermal insulation, durability and others.

All reviews are purely subjective, so you need to take into account the following points:

• in any climatic zone were built?After all, many of those whose reviews have been studied for this report, it does not mention;
• house was built on what project?For example, referring to the lack of strength keramsit, the owner does not specify what kind of structure in question - in 1 or 3 floors?Also, if he has a notion that recommended the reinforcement in the construction of load-bearing structures?
• developer experience in such matters?

First , it is no secret that even the good stuff can be, speaking in Russian, "ohait" if broken building technology.

Second , selection of appropriate units (characteristics) need to do a meaningful way, and not blindly copy someone or guided by the advice of the Seller, who has no idea where the construction will take place, what features will have to face.But his personal interest in sales and we are not talking.

Third , and how much longer the person who speaks well of the house of keramsit, its population?After all, in order to fully appreciate all the advantages and disadvantages of anything, it takes time, and sometimes considerable.For example, can the owner to put in the "plus" to the material durability, if it is to "build" a couple of years ago?

few tips

• Given the characteristics of the material, at the order of the house "turnkey" is necessary to clarify the total cost of the work, as the cladding - it is a separate item which contractors often "modestly silent" in the hope thatthen the owner will have nowhere to go, and he will pay for additional finishing.
• When you select any of the material, not just keramzitoblokov, it should be understood that any shortcomings can be "smooth" conduct of some activities.For example, additional hydro or thermal insulation.The main thing is to determine how much it will cost?It is possible that the "minus" a specific product would not be so significant.

This article lists all the most typical responses and given some of the comments.But whether built of keramsit or not, address the reader.It remains only to note that before the final output is useful to compare all the features keramsit with other building materials, such as reading an article about how, from which to build a house cheaper.This will give a clearer idea of ​​what is better to build your own home, taking into account all the nuances construction.