Cement Concrete Hollow Blocks

Abstract

Cement concrete hollow blocks have an important place in modern building industry. They are cost effective and better alternative to burnt clay bricks by virtue of their good durability, fire resistance, partial resistance to sound, thermal insulation, small dead load and high speed of construction. Concrete hollow blocks being usually larger in size than the normal clay building bricks and less mortar is required, faster of construction is achieved. Also building construction with cement concrete hollow blocks provides facility for concealing electrical conduit, water and sewer pipes wherever so desired and requires less plastering.