AAC BLOCKS V/S SOLID INTERLOCK BRICKS

Construction field is arising with new innovations day by day. No matter what product is discovered, the society will go behind the best. The masonry field is the pioneer sector for development. Hence the inventions in this sector make significant impacts in the society. AAC blocks and Solid Interlock blocks are two great innovations in the building sector which are creating a revolution in the world. Below we can have a deep dive in the differences of both wonder building materials.

AAC BLOCKS

Autoclaved Aerated Concrete block is a non-flammable building material with its superior load capacity and compressive strength. AAC blocks has many names like Autoclaved Cellular Concrete, Autoclaved Light Weight Concrete and aircrete. These blocks are light weight precast foam concrete which are non-toxic, Eco-friendly, renewable and recyclable. It was developed by a Swedish architect in 1920's.

SOLID INTERLOCK BRICKS

Interlocking bricks are the enhanced form of traditional clay bricks. Each brick is constructively designed to lock to the nearby bricks without the use of mortar. The self lock is obtained due to shear key and lock mechanism. High quality interlocking bricks are made up of cement, sand and stone dust mixed at right prepositions.

WHICH ONE IS THE BEST?

Both AAC block and Solid Interlock bricks are relevant innovations in construction industry. We can have a deep check on the characters of these two building materials to find out which one outfits most

• Earthquake Resistant

AAC blocks are light weight and highly load bearing and is suited to use in seismic areas. They are highly durable against earthquake. Coming to the case of interlocking bricks due to the self locking pattern, they are an effective and proven seismic resistant construction material.

• Provides Cooler Interior

AAC blocks possess excellent thermal insulation which in makes the interior of a building cool in summers and there is no need for external equipment for this, In the case of Interlocking blocks, they are less heat intensive and absorb heat to provide a cool atmosphere.

• Plastering of  Bricks

Autoclaved Aerated Concrete possess external plastering which makes the strong finish of the building and thus providing durability and strength to the construction whereas interlocking bricks does not need plastering as it sticks each other by its locking pattern but because of this the rain water enters into the bricks making them a hostage for pests.

• Color of the Bricks

AAC blocks maintain its color for a long period of time even in all weather conditions but for solid interlocking bricks the color of the blocks will fade away at the earliest because of the entering of rainwater in the gaps.

• Termite Resistant

AAC bricks are made up of inorganic materials causing high resistance against pests, rodents and termites but in the case of  interlocking blocks due to the absence of plaster the rain water enters into the gaps making the dwelling for insects.

• Minimizes Cost

Both building materials are cost efficient due to their load-bearing properties and thermal insulation and they are also efficient source for the masonry sector. 

• Time Efficient

AAC blocks as well as solid interlock bricks are efficient in time consuming as they requires only less time for binding other than that of traditional clay bricks.

FINAL THOUGHTS

Typically, the construction process and masonry can be tedious and expensive. To overcome these hardships and issues during construction, varied methods of constructions is being considered and developed. AAC block and solid interlock brick are among this criteria to facilitate construction and the best to be tell frankly is the AAC block owing to its strong properties.